The Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde felicitates with Muslim faithfuls in the State and across the country on the occasion of the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1444 AH, which begins on Saturday, July 30, 2022.

In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, he wished the Muslims a happy new year filled with blessings and benevolence of the Almighty Allah, and admonished them to as well continuously pray for the peace and prosperity of Nigeria.

The Governor further noted the purpose of the observance of the Hijrah, stating that the year began when the Holy Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Madinah.

The governor said: “Hijrah (immigration to Madinah), no doubt, kindled the light of hope in the hearts of the early Muslims who set a shining example for all Muslims, in every generation to emulate. It symbolizes a new beginning.

“So, it is my prayer that all Muslims in Oyo State and the country will experience positive improvements and progress as the Hijrah 1444 AH begins.”

According to him, the essence of Hijrah is that it is a process of transfer to a better situation, a search for an environment more favourable to the continuous and constructive effort.

He noted that Muslims in the state should follow the lessons taught by Prophet Muhammad following his immigration to Madinah.

He also added that Muslims should continue to demonstrate good neighborliness, love and dedication to the State.

“In short, the Hijrah teaches that wherever Muslims go, they should bring goodness to that land.

“That Muslims should work for both moral and material goodness of the society.

“Therefore, I enjoin the Muslim Ummah in the state to continue to show their dedication to the wellness of the state, by contributing their quota in different ways to its development.

“Let me also assure all that this administration will continue to fulfil its promises to uplift the state and move its people from poverty to prosperity.

“I commend the Muslim Ummah for the immense contributions they continue to make to the progress of our dear state and wish them a successful and prosperous Hijrah 1444 AH”, he stated.

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