Eid al-Adha: Ogbomoso Progressive Association felicitates Muslim faithful urges quick release of Oriire bandits' victims

Eid al-Adha: Ogbomoso Progressive Association felicitates Muslim faithful urges quick release of Oriire bandits’ victims

Khalid ABRAHAM

The Chairman of Ogbomoso Progressive Association (home and abroad), Alhaji Abdulmajeed Oladimeji Solademi, alongside the President of the Association, Mr. Taiwo Oyedotun Ibrahim, have felicitated with Muslim faithful in Ogbomosoland and beyond on the occasion of this year’s Eid al-Adha celebration.

In a Sallah message signed by the duo, the Eid al-Adha is described as a season that symbolises sacrifice, obedience, compassion and total surrender to the will of Almighty Allah.

The Association urged Muslim faithful to continue upholding the “virtues of peace, love, tolerance and unity,” while stressing that the current challenges facing the society require collective responsibility and sincere commitment toward communal development.

According to the statement, “Eid al-Adha reminds us of the importance of sacrifice, liove and peaceful coexistence. This is a period for reflection, prayers and renewed commitment toward building a more united and progressive society.”

The association also expressed concern over the growing insecurity within parts of Ogbomosoland, particularly the abduction incident involving students and teachers in Oriire local government area.

It therefore called for intensified efforts from government, security agencies, political stakeholders and community leaders toward ensuring the quick and safe release of the victims still in captivity.

“We are deeply concerned about the pain and anxiety families of the victims are currently passing through. As a people, we must not remain silent while innocent citizens continue to suffer in captivity.

“We appeal to all relevant authorities to intensify efforts toward securing the immediate release of the victims and restoring confidence in the security of our communities,” the statement added.

The Aassociation further urged residents of Ogbomosoland to remain united and vigilant, while continuing to support lawful efforts aimed at protecting lives and maintaining peace within the community.

They also prayed for peace, progress and divine blessings upon Ogbomosoland, Oyo state and Nigeria as a whole.

“May Almighty Allah accept our sacrifices and prayers, heal our land and restore peace and security across our communities. Eid Mubarak to all Muslim faithful,” the statement concluded.