Engineer ‘Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo State has felicitated the Muslim Ummah in the state and across the country on the occasion of the Eid-el-Adha 2026.
He congratulated the Muslim faithful on witnessing the all-important festival known as Festival of Sacrifice, praying to God to preserve their lives to witness more years in good health and abiding wealth.
The governor called on the Muslim Ummah in Oyo State to use the opportunity of the Eid-el-Kabir to pray more for the state, Nigeria and the leaders.
He equally rallied them to pray for the government as it continues the effort to rescue abducted Oriire teachers and pupils.
Governor Makinde also charged all residents of the state to be vigilant during and after the Sallah festival, stating that it has become quite important for everyone to be more security-conscious than ever before as the country battles banditry and kidnapping.
He reassured that his administration would continue to serve the interest of the people and remain on the trajectory of securing the state and its people while moving them into greater economic prosperity.
