Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday 25th June, 2017 congratulated Muslims for the successful completion of Ramadan, just as he urged them to sustain the Godly virtues exhibited during the fasting period.
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (middle); Sole Administrators, Mainland Local Government, Hon. Adedoyin Rojaiye (2nd right); Yaba Local Government, Hon. Bayo Adefuye (right); Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef (2nd left) and Chief Imam, Lagos Mainland Mosque, Alhaji Sabitu Akkani (left) during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at Evans Square, Ebute-Metta on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
Governor Ambode, who spoke at some of the twenty centres designated by the State Government to celebrate the Eid-el-Fitri, urged Muslims to sustain the spirit of love, brotherhood, tolerance and care which were dutifully demonstrated during the Ramadan, and also not forget the lessons which the season was meant to teach.
He said: “As you celebrate this special day, I enjoin you all to sustain the spirit of love, brotherhood, tolerance and care which were dutifully demonstrated during the Ramadan. Let us not forget the lessons that Ramadan was meant to teach us which include the fear of Allah and care for the less-privileged in our society.”
The Governor identified harmonious co-existence among all adherents of various religions in the country as a necessary impetus to bring about peace, progress and prosperity.
He said every religion preaches peace and harmonious co-existence among all people, and that it was important for the people to continue to live by such principle to foster growth and economic prosperity.
The Governor said he was highly appreciative of the support extended to his administration by religious leaders, as well as the religious tolerance and cooperation existing in the State, pledging never to take it for granted.
While specifically thanking Islamic scholars and leaders in the State for their prayers and support, Governor Ambode assured that the State Government would continue to uphold and protect the right of all citizens to freedom of belief and freedom of worship.
“Let me again use this opportunity to pledge our commitment to uphold and protect the right of all citizens to freedom of belief and freedom of worship. Every religion preaches peace and harmonious co-existence among all people.
“We must continue to live by this principle so that our State and nation will continue to grow in peace, progress and prosperity,” he said.
Besides, the Governor reiterated the commitment of his administration towards upholding and enhancing security of lives and property of residents, just as he urged the people to continue to support and cooperate with all security agencies including the recently inaugurated Neighborhood Safety Corps as they strive to keep the State safe.
In his sermon at Evans Square, Ebute-Metta, Leader of Conference of Islamic Organizations of Nigeria, Imam Abdulahi Shuaib thanked God for the Governors He has blessed the State with, and the wisdom given to former Governor of the State, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to identify the leadership qualities in Governor Ambode.
He said in just two years, the State has witnessed massive transformation in all sectors and sections, saying that it was obvious that Governor Ambode was governing with the fear of God.
“Look at the 114 roads that were constructed in all the Local Government areas and Local Council Development Areas; the traffic nightmare in Abule Egba has been solved with the construction of flyover and inner roads; over 365 streets have been light up courtesy of the Light Up Lagos Initiative; security has been enhanced with purchase of 3 helicopters, gun boats, patrol vehicles and Armored Personnel Carriers, among others; the healthcare system too has received massive boost with the purchase of Mobile Intensive Care Ambulances and upgrade of our health centres.
“Governor Ambode has done a lot but like Oliver twist, there is room to do more but all I will say is to ask the people to continue to support him with prayers,” Shuaib said.
Also, Chief Imam of Lagos Central Division, Sheik Sabiti Akani Owowunmi commended the Governor for his giant strides so far, and prayed for a successful tenure of office.
The Governor was represented at some of the twenty centres by his wife, Mrs Bolanle Ambode and other State functionaries, while the celebration featured recitation of Quran, quiz and dance competitions, among others.
R-L: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode; Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef; Chief Imam, Lagos Mainland Mosque, Alhaji Sabitu Akanni and Leader, Conference of Islamic Organisation, Alhaji Abdullahi Shuaib (left) during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at Evans Square, Ebute-Metta on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
L-R: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (middle), with APC Chieftain in Ifako-Ijaiye, Alhaji Ayokunmi Akande (right) and Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef (middle) during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at the Ifako-Ijaiye Mini Stadium, on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (middle), with member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I, Hon. Dayo Saka Fafunmi (2nd left); Special Adviser to the Governor on Primary Health Care, Dr. Olufemi Onanuga (left); Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef (2nd right) and member, House of Representatives, Hon. Nurudeen Akinwunmi (right) during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at the Ifako-Ijaiye Mini Stadium, on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
Wife of Lagos State the Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode (middle), flanked by member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiodun Tobun (left) and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mrs. Toyin Awoseyi (right) during the Eid-il-Fitri celebration at one of the designated centres, Marina Waterfront, Epe, Lagos, on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (2nd right); congratulating the winner of Quran recitation, Master Abduqayyum Onifade (3rd left) during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at the Ifako-Ijaiye Mini Stadium, on Sunday, June 25, 2017. With them are Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef (right); member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I, Hon. Dayo Saka Fafunmi (3rd right); Special Adviser to the Governor on Primary Health Care, Dr. Olufemi Onanuga (4th right) and Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Mr. Steve Ayorinde (5th right).
Wife of Lagos State the Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode (2nd right), presenting a gift to one of the winners of dancing competition, Mrs. Idiat Tugbeyi (left) during the Eid-il-Fitri celebration at one of the designated centres, Marina Waterfront, Epe, Lagos, on Sunday, June 25, 2017. With them are member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiodun Tobun (3rd right) and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mrs. Toyin Awoseyi (right).
Wife of Lagos State the Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode (middle), flanked by member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiodun Tobun (left) and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mrs. Toyin Awoseyi (right) during the Eid-il-Fitri celebration at one of the designated centres, Marina Waterfront, Epe, Lagos, on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
Wife of Lagos State the Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode (middle), flanked by member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiodun Tobun (left) and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mrs. Toyin Awoseyi (right) during the Eid-il-Fitri celebration at one of the designated centres, Marina Waterfront, Epe, Lagos, on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (2nd right), exchanging greetings with Rtd. Justice Ishola olorunnibe (left) while the Sole Administrator, Mainland Local Government, Hon. Adedoyin Rojaiye (right) and Leader, Conference of Islamic Organisation, Alhaji Abdullahi Shuaib (2nd left), watch during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at Evans Square, Ebute-Metta on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
R-L: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, with Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef and Chief Imam, Lagos Mainland Mosque, Alhaji Sabitu Akkani during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at Evans Square, Ebute-Metta on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (2nd right); Sole Administrator, Mainland Local Government, Hon. Adedoyin Rojaiye (right); Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dr. Abdul-Hakeem Abdul-Lateef (middle); Chief Imam, Lagos Mainland Mosque, Alhaji Sabitu Akkani (2nd left) and Leader, Conference of Islamic Organisation, Alhaji Abdullahi Shuaib (left) during the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at Evans Square, Ebute-Metta on Sunday, June 25, 2017.