Maulud: Sokoto APC chieftain, Aliyu Sahabi-Yar Abba, seeks peace, unity, love for humanity
Maulud: Sokoto APC chieftain, Aliyu Sahabi-Yar Abba, seeks peace, unity, love for humanity 
From Bashir Rabe Mani in Sokoto
Alhaji Aliyu Sahabi Yar Abba, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC)and Board Member, Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency (PWA), has felicitated with Muslims across Sokoto State, Nigeria and beyond on the occasion of this year’s Maulud celebration, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
In a message marking the occasion, Alhaji Aliyu Sahabi Yar Abba urged Muslims to use the Maulud celebration as an opportunity to reflect on the exemplary life, teachings and virtues of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW), particularly his commitment to peace, justice, compassion, tolerance, honesty and service to humanity.
Sahabi-Yar Abba, who was the immediate past Chairman of the State chapter of the Bureau De Change Operators also stressed that the significance of Maulud goes beyond celebration.
He further urged Muslims to demonstrate the noble character of the Prophet (SAW) in their daily lives by promoting peaceful coexistence, forgiveness, mutual respect and concern for the less privileged.
According to him, Nigeria needs greater unity, understanding and cooperation among its citizens, especially at a time when the country is confronted with various economic and social challenges.
Alhaji Aliyu Sahabi Yar Abba, therefore, called on political, religious, traditional and community leaders to continue to promote peace and dialogue while putting the interests and welfare of the people above personal and political differences.
He also urged the younger generation to emulate the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) by embracing honesty, discipline, hard work, humility, knowledge and respect for others.
“The Maulud celebration provides us with a valuable opportunity to reflect on the exemplary life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). His teachings remind us of the importance of peace, justice, compassion, patience, forgiveness and service to humanity.
“As Muslims, we must strive to translate these virtues into our daily lives and contribute positively to the development and peaceful coexistence of our communities and our dear nation, Nigeria.”
The APC chieftain further called on Muslims to use the occasion to offer prayers for peace, security, prosperity and sustainable development in Sokoto State and Nigeria as a whole.
He prayed that Almighty Allah would continue to guide the country’s leaders, protect citizens, strengthen unity among Nigerians and grant the nation peace and progress.
Alhaji Aliyu Sahabi Yar Abba wished Muslims a peaceful, spiritually rewarding and blessed Maulud celebration.
