Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, has called on Muslims performing the Lesser Hajj in Saudi Arabia to offer prayers for peace and unity in Nigeria.
He noted that peaceful coexistence, religious tolerance and the prevention of lawlessness remain essential factors for the country’s growth and development.
Sulu-Gambari made the appeal in a goodwill message released on Monday through his Press Secretary, Abdulazeez Arowona.
“I urge you all to use this auspicious occasion of the Umrah pilgrimage to intensify fervent prayers for Ilorin Emirate, Kwara State, Nigeria and humanity at large for the actualisation of global peace amid ongoing tension and insecurity,” he said.
The emir also urged pilgrims from Kwara State and Nigerians generally to conduct themselves responsibly during their stay in Mecca and Medina, stressing the need for them to represent the country positively and avoid actions that could tarnish Nigeria’s image.
He further sent goodwill messages to members of the Muslim Ummah planning to observe I’tikaf in Juma’at mosques across the country, praying that Almighty Allah would grant them ease, acceptance and rewards for the spiritual exercise.
The monarch also prayed for a successful Umrah pilgrimage for the pilgrims and asked God to grant them good health while protecting their families back home.
