Governor Ben Ayade of Cross River has congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the celebration of the Eid-el-Maulud, symbolising the anniversary of the birth of Prophet Muhammad.

Mr Ayade, in a statement by his media aide, Christian Ita, urged the Muslim faithful to be ambassadors of peace and tranquillity and emulate the great examples and legacies of the prophet.

The governor emphasised the need to live in peace and harmony with each other, irrespective of religious, ethnic and tribal differences.

He noted that this was the true essence of celebrating the prophet’s birth.

Mr Ayade called on the Muslim community In Cross River to always see themselves as partners in the development of the state.

He advised them to remain peaceful as the electioneering campaign commenced across the state.

“We remain committed to a peaceful Nigeria despite our challenges. Please let us continue to be our brothers’ keepers, which is the focal agenda of this administration.

“It is as a result of my desire to ensure inclusiveness that my administration appointed over 40 Muslim Community members into my government, including cabinet ranking appointments,” Mr Ayade said.

The governor also encouraged the Ummah and other citizens of Cross River to recommit themselves to national unity and moral rectitude as the way to have a united and peaceful country.

(NAN)