The Ekiti Muslim's have demanded Governor Ayodele Fayose to fix a Muslim governorship candidate from his party , the Peoples Democratic Party , for the 2018 governorship poll in the state .
The Chief Imam of Ekiti State , Alhaji Jamiu Bello, made the demand on Friday, during the Eid- el - Adha prayer at the Muslims ’ prayer ground along Poly Road in Ado - Ekiti .
The governor made a dazzling appearance in a full Muslim regalia with a fitting turban .
Bello, who is also the Grand Imam of the League of Imams and Alfas in the South - West, and Edo and Delta states , described the governor ’ s dressing as being in line with Allah ’ s instructions .
He said , “ This dressing shows that the governor is not discriminating against any religion. Your Excellency , your dressing is even in line with Biblical injunctions .
“ If you check the book of Zechariah 3 : 3 , the Bible says , ‘ We removed unclean clothes from Joshua , we washed him clean and he was dressed with a clean turban on his head and God ’ s angel stood by him . ’
“Our governor , as you have worn a turban , the angel of God is already with you and that is why you are succeeding in all that you do , against all odds . ”
Saying Fayose is known for fulfilling his promises and great performance , Bello urged him to consider producing a Muslim governor from his party .
He pointed out that the state had not produced a Muslim governor since it was created 20 years ago .
“ We urge you , sir , if any Muslim is interested in the governorship election from your party , kindly support him to fulfil his ambition , ” he said .
Promising to fulfil the desire of the Muslims in his capacity, Fayose urged the Islamic clerics to always tell the leaders the truth and preach values of justice and equality .
The governor , who noted that religious clerics wield more influence on the people than political leaders , urged them to use such influence to reorientate the people towards maintaining love , peace , justice and equity for all.
He said , “ Muslims are very peculiar people and Islam is not known for violence . I , therefore , urge all Muslims to abide by the doctrine of the religion and ensure that they live in harmony with everybody .
“ We all have blood flowing in our veins and are first of all human beings before we chose our religion. So , God in us is more important than the religion. The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom .
“ We will continue to work together so that this country can remain indivisible , but founded on justice and equity. ”
Fayose also urged the Federal Government not to hide under the fight against hate speech to oppress people, while enjoining Muslims to shun bitterness towards others.
