Foluso Ogunmodede (PRO)
The Acting Vice-Chancellor Federal University Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria, Prof Olubunmi Samuel Shittu has congratulated Muslim staff of the university, urging them to imbibe the spirit of unity and peaceful co-existence.
Besides, the Acting Vice-Chancellor solicited for better synergy among members of staff with a view to taking FUOYE to greater heights.
Prof. Shittu made these remarks on the occasion of this year Eid-el Kabir celebration in a release made available to newsmen and signed by the university Public Relations Officer, Mr. Foluso Ogunmodede.
Specifically, Prof. Shittu said that Eid-el Kabir being a fulfilment of a significant obligation in Islam as stipulated by the Holy Quran, was a way of strengthening “our relationship with Almighty Allah and move closer to Him.”
The Acting Vice-Chancellor congratulated all Muslims in the university, urging them to continue to embody the spirit of sacrifice, obedience, and faith as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him).
He also called on them to use the Eid period to pray for the peace, unity, and prosperity of FUOYE.
However, he said it was important that every Islamic faithful to see the special moment as a great opportunity to pray for the university as part of sustainable growth and abundant prosperity on campus.
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, Prof. Shittu urged all Muslim members of staff to join hands with him in a sustainable effort to restore the glory of FUOYE as a great university.
He, however, extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful in the university as they celebrated the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir.
Meanwhile, in his goodwill message, he congratulated all Muslim members of staff for witnessing yet another blessed occasion, describing the festival as a symbol of sacrifice, obedience, and unwavering faith in God.
He emphasized the need for peaceful co-existence among members of staff and called on Muslim members of staff to reflect deeply on the lessons of Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience, which layed at the heart of Eid-el-Kabir.
He also praised the resilience and patriotism of members of staff, urging them to continue supporting the management of the university for sustained development and growth.
“Let us not only celebrate but also extend hands of love and support to the needy. Eid-el-Kabir is a call to sacrifice and compassion, he added.
Prof Shittu said: “On behalf of my family, the Governing Council, management, Senate, members of staff and the students, I felicitate with our Muslim brothers and sisters on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.
“This season reminds us of the power of sacrifice, faith, and unity. I urge us all to continue living in harmony, promoting peace, and upholding the values that make our university stronger together.
“I also use this medium to congratules the Muslim faithful on this year occasion of Eid-el-Kabir and to solicit for more cooperation from both staff and the students of our citadel for the purpose of sustaining the peaceful atmosphere we presently enjoy.
“May the blessings of this special occasion be permanent and positively impact our lives and that of our loved ones.”
