The coalition also called for more unity and peace among the citizens, irrespective of religious or ethnic affiliations.
The cleric said politics should not be about personal enrichment, “but selflessly serving the people”.
The hijab issue erupted in December 2021 after some Muslim students in the state’s Udupi district said they were not allowed to enter classrooms due to their hijabs.
The 25 ladies were nabbed during a ‘reap what you sow’ raid, according to Hisbah.
On October 25, the 85-year-old religious leader will pray for peace at the Colosseum in Rome with representatives of other religions.
The religious body says it’s concerned about the havoc floods have wreaked nationwide.
The traditional ruler encouraged Muslim clerics to preach love, stressing that the Maulud celebration should be an occasion for sober reflection.
“Islam is peace. We cannot practise it without peace. Hence I call on all and sundry to imbibe the spirit of peaceful coexistence so that we can have the blessing of Allah.”
“Politics is not about religion. If it is religion, then we should allow the clerics to rule,” the Labour Party vice-presidential candidate explained.
Mr Ewhrudjakpo personally served food to more than 100 Muslims who graced the event.
