The league of Imams and Alfas in Oyo State under the chairmanship of Sheikh AbdulGaniy Abubakry Agbotomokekere, has commended Governor Seyi Makinde, for declaring today as public holiday to celebrate Hijrah 1445.
The Islamic leader, who is the grand Imam of the state, in a statement made to OYOINSIGHT.COM to thank the governor, said they were happy when they heard the news.
This newspaper had reported how, Makinde yesterday declared today public holiday to mark Islamic new year, which began today, Wednesday, the first day of Muharram 1445AH.
Saying that the entirety of Oyo Muslims are happy for the gesture, the Ibadan-born cleric urged for prayers for the administration of Makinde as well as that of President Bola Tinubu.
“On behalf of the entire League of Imams and Alfas in Oyo State, I want to thank the governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde for honoring us by declaring today as public holiday to mark the beginning of the Islamic new year.
”To a greater extent, this will spur our people to endear themselves to this administration more. We also like to tell the governor to always consider Muslims in other appointments. We will continue to be supportive of his administration,” he added.