Eid-el-Maulud: Fubara Urges Peace, Tolerance as Rivers Navigates Political Undercurrents

In commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has extended his warmest felicitations to the Muslim community across the state and the nation. The Governor's Eid-el-Maulud message serves as a reminder of the core virtues of Islam, emphasizing the absolute necessity of peace, tolerance, and unity as fundamental pillars for national development.

In an official statement, Governor Fubara implored the Muslim Ummah to emulate the exemplary life of humility, empathy, and peaceful coexistence led by the Holy Prophet. He noted that the celebration should transcend mere festivities, serving instead as a period of deep introspection and renewed commitment to the collective progress of Rivers State and Nigeria at large.

According to reports from the state capital, Port Harcourt, the Governor reassured residents of his administration’s unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. He emphasized that every resident, regardless of religious or ethnic affiliation, remains a vital stakeholder in the ongoing mission to reposition the state as a premier economic and social hub in the Niger Delta region.