Prince Dawood Oladimeji of the Agunloye royal family in Oyo has expressed heartfelt felicitations to Muslims across the ancient Oyo town and the state at large on the occasion of 2024 Eid-el Kabir global festival celebrated by Muslim faithful.
A statement on Sunday morning, June 16 by Prince Oladimeji stressed the significance of Eid-el-Kabir, otherwise known as the festival of sacrifice, which commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) unparalleled faith and obedience to Allah (SWT).
Prince Oladimeji urged Muslim faithful to reflect on the virtues of sacrifice, selflessness, and devotion while equally advocating for peaceful coexistence among all faiths and unity in the land.
Prince Oladimeji equally felicitated the Oyo kingmakers otherwise called ‘Oyomesi’ for holding forth the kingdom, and prayed for more wisdom and guidance as they continue to pilot the affairs of the ancient Oyo kingdom.
The prince, known for his commitment to community harmony, emphasized the importance of peace and unity noting that there could be no alternative to peace in any community or society.
While extending warm wishes to Muslim Ummarh, Prince Oladimeji assured that the multifaceted challenges facing the nation would soon be surmounted.
“As we celebrate this auspicious occasion, let us all reaffirm our commitment to peace and harmony.
“Unity is our strength, and as we celebrate, let’s remember to extend kindness and compassion to one another.
” Let us reflect on the significance of this celebration that all Muslims world over are engaged in, and as we do so, let us endeavour to celebrate in moderation.
“I wish to extent my warm felicitations to all Muslim faithful in my fatherland, the ancient Oyo kingdom, wishing everyone a very happy celebration.” Prince Oladimeji said.