The former governor of Osun State, Adegboyega Oyetola and former governorship aspirant, Prince Dotun Babayemi yesterday urged Muslim faithful to use the period of Ramadan to pray against post-election violence.
Oyetola through its spokesperson, Ismail Omipidan in a statement felicitated Muslim brethren in the state and across the world, on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan.
He urged them to take advantage of the holy month to strengthen their faith, seek closeness to Allah and attain piety.
He also implored Muslims and non-Muslims to demonstrate love, tolerance, empathy, compassion and peaceful coexistence in this month and beyond.
Also, Babayemi urged Muslims across Nigeria to dedicate the month-long Ramadan period to pray for the continuous stability and prosperity of the country.
Besides, Babayemi enjoined the people of the country to ensure that the post-election peace being enjoyed is not ruffled by any primordial sentiment.