By Ngozi Nwankwo
Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission,NCPC, Bishop Prof. Stephen Adegbite, has felicitated Muslims in Nigeria and across the diaspora on the occasion of Eid-ul-Mawlid, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, Adegbite urged Muslim faithful to use the celebration as an opportunity for spiritual reflection, self-examination and renewed commitment to the virtues exemplified by the Prophet.
He encouraged Muslims to study the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad and emulate his exemplary conduct, describing him as a model and a shining light for humanity.
The NCPC boss also called on Muslims to shun actions contrary to the teachings of the Prophet and to uphold values that promote peaceful coexistence, love, harmony, dialogue and patriotism.
Adegbite urged Muslim faithful to intensify prayers for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other leaders of the country, particularly as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections.
He expressed optimism that the elections would be peaceful, credible and reflective of the will of God.
The NCPC Executive Secretary also appealed to Muslim clerics to continue providing sound spiritual guidance to their followers and promoting peaceful relations within communities.
He stressed that religious leaders have an important role to play in strengthening national unity and encouraging citizens to embrace peace, tolerance and dialogue.
Adegbite wished Muslims a peaceful and spiritually rewarding Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration, while urging them to make the lessons of the occasion a guide for their daily lives.
