Edo: Ikhilor appointment as SSG excites Islamic Council

The Edo State Islamic Council on Thursday expressed deep appreciation to the state governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for appointing Barr. Umar Musa Ikhilor as the Secretary to the Edo State Government.

In a letter of appreciation to the Governor, signed by Alhaji Abdulazeez Igbinidu, Chairman of the Edo State Islamic Council, the Muslim umbrella body thanked the Governor for finding one of their own worthy of the appointment.

The letter read in part, “It was with pleasant surprise and a deep sense of excitement that the Edo State Islamic Council received the news of the appointment of Barr. Umar Musa Ikhilor as Secretary to the Edo State Government.

“Surprise, because the appointment, though well-deserved, was unexpected as it is the first to be given to a Muslim in the state in nearly three decades since the return to civil rule in 1999.

“We are humbled and deeply grateful to His Excellency for this rare privilege, and we pledge on behalf of the Edo Muslim community to support and collaborate with your administration in the task of returning the state to the fast lanes of integrated development.”

The Council expressed confidence that Barr. Ikhilor, a devout Muslim, philanthropist, and experienced public servant, would justify the confidence reposed in him.

The Islamic Council revealed that their appreciation for the governor drew strength from the Almighty Allah’s commandment that Muslims appreciate those who assist them in their life journeys, in the same way, Allah charges them to obey those in positions of authority.

The Council promised to stand ready to collaborate with the new administration as it undertakes the noble task of leading and serving the people of Edo.

The Council expressed optimism that the state will witness remarkable progress, unity, and prosperity that will benefit all communities under the Governor’s guidance.

They also prayed that Almighty Allah SWT would guide, strengthen, and grant the Governor and his team the wisdom to pilot the affairs of the state to His glory and in the service of humanity.