Gov.Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged parents to be actively involved in their children’s lives and instil values that will contribute positively to society’s development.
Sanwo-Olu made the call on Monday during an Eid Kabir celebration organised by the First Family of Lagos State at the State House, Marina.
The governor briefly appeared at the event before departing to attend to other state matters.
His Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, eventually represented him.
Sanwo-Olu emphasised the critical role of parents in shaping their children’s future, describing the younger generation as the nation’s hope.
“Our children are the future of tomorrow. It is our duty as parents to guide them rightly and nurture them with honesty, discipline and obedience to Almighty Allah,” he said.
He also called on Muslims to reflect on the core lessons of Eid Kabir.
He listed the lessons as follows: sacrifice, obedience, and faith in God.
Sanwo-Olu said that the values were vital to building peaceful and progressive communities.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event attracted government officials, community leaders, women and youth groups and Muslim community members.
The guest speaker, Dr Sa’eid Ahmad of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, urged Muslims to uphold the lessons of Eid Kabir despite the pressures of modern society.
“Today’s lecture focuses on the trials of life and how to maintain our faith in God regardless of challenges.
“We must come together to support one another and flee from sin,” Ahmad said.
In her welcome address, the Wife of Lagos State Deputy Governor, Mrs Oluremi Hamzat, praised the First Family for hosting the annual event.
She said the gathering provided an opportunity to promote love and unity and reflect on the festival’s essence.
In his remarks, the state Commissioner for Home Affairs, Alhaji Ibrahim Layode, urged Muslims to continue living according to the tenets of Islam.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Religious Matters, Mr Abdullah Jebe, and the Grand Imam of Lagos State, Shaykh Suliamon Abu-Nolla, were at the event.
