A traditional ruler in Osun State, Oba Hammed Makama Oyelude, who is the Olowu of Owu Kuta has urged Muslims and others Nigerians to allow peace, unity and selflessness be their watchword as the world observe the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.

Oba Oyelude, who gave the charge as part of his Sallah message, said Eid-el-Kabir remains a highly spiritual occasion that calls for dedication, commitment, and selflessness.

According to him, “This is the time to reflect on things going on around us and preach messages of hope and unity devoid of any provocation.”

Oba Makama urged Nigerians to live together peacefully, irrespective of religious, political, and tribal affiliations.

While calling on politicians to exercise restraint and refrain from any rhetoric that may inflame passion as we approach 2027 general elections, Oba Makama said what should be uppermost in the mind of every patriotic Nigerian is “Country first.”

The monarch, while wishing every Nigerian a peaceful celebration, maintained that people should be vigilant and not be overwhelmed by the insecurity, adding that armed forces and other para military forces are working round the clock to ensure hitch free celebration.

“The price wise men pay for eternal liberty is to be vigilant. I urged everyone to be moderate in celebration and reach out to the less privileged, widows and orphans “as our brothers and sisters’ keepers,” Olowu added.