Tag: Eid el-kabir

  • Eid-el-kabir: President Tinubu Celebrates with Nigerians, Calls for Reflection on Sacrifice, Duty, and Unity

    Eid-el-kabir: President Tinubu Celebrates with Nigerians, Calls for Reflection on Sacrifice, Duty, and Unity

    President Bola Tinubu celebrates with the Muslim Ummah on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, an event that denotes sacrifice, faith, and obedience to the will of the Almighty.

    The President congratulates the Muslim faithful and prays that Allah accepts their supplications and acts of obedience.

    President Tinubu enjoins Nigerians to reflect on the essence of the occasion, which bears strong meaning and significance for the nation.

    The President emphasizes that sacrifice and duty are essential ingredients to nation-building, noting that it takes collective purpose, will, and action to bring about great change.

    President Tinubu calls on citizens to spare a prayer for the nation for continuous peace and stability while working according to purpose in promoting unity, peace, and progress.

    The President acknowledges the sacrifices that Nigerians have made in the past one year as his administration sets the nation on a firm pedestal of growth and development.

    President Tinubu affirms that the sacrifices and great expectations of citizens will not come to nought as already propitious outcomes are beginning to manifest with the economy strengthening and vibrancy returning to critical sectors.

    The President reassures Nigerians that his administration is prioritizing their physical, social, and economic security and will not relent on this noble endeavour.

    President Tinubu wishes Nigerians happy Sallah celebrations.

    Chief Ajuri Ngelale

    Special Adviser to the President

    (Media & Publicity)

    June 15, 2024

  • EID EL-KABIR: Gov Mbah Felicitates Muslims, Harps on Love, Sacrifice

    EID EL-KABIR: Gov Mbah Felicitates Muslims, Harps on Love, Sacrifice

    Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has felicitated the Muslim ummah in the state and across the nation on the occasion of this year’s Eid el-Kabir, calling for love, tolerance, peace, unity, and a sense of sacrifice among Nigerians to move the nation forward.

    Mbah spoke on Sunday in his goodwill message to the Muslim faithful at Eid el-Kabir, stressing that the present socio-economic challenges would ultimately abate through the collective sacrifice and commitment to nation-building by all Nigerians.

    He said, “I extend warm greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters in Enugu State in particular and across the nation on this occasion of Eid el-Kabir.

    “As we celebrate, let us also reflect on and imbibe the essence of sacrifice, charity, love, service, peace, unity, humility, and submission to the command of God that this occasion represents.

    “Let us remember to be our brother’s keeper and spare a thought for our neighbours to ensure that no one is left behind as we navigate through the difficult times. It is only by working together in love and commitment to nationhood that we can overcome the present challenges and build a Nigeria of our dreams.

    “As a government, we remain committed to building an egalitarian Enugu State where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and achieve his or her dreams, irrespective of political, religious, and ethnic backgrounds.

    “I wish all Nigerians a happy Eid el-Kabir celebration.”

  • Wike calls for peace during Eid el-kabir celebration

    Wike calls for peace during Eid el-kabir celebration

    Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has called for peace in the country to guarantee national stability and growth.

    Governor Wike gave the advise in a statement signed by his Special Assistant Media, Kelvin Ebiri, congratulating Muslims on the Eid el-kabir celebration.

    The state’s chief executive wished all Muslim faithful across the country happy Eld el-Kabir celebration.

    He urged Muslims to always emulate the life style of Prophet Mohammed, stressing that Mohammed symbolised peace and tolerance.

    Governor Wike prayed for peace and wisdom in solving the challenges facing the nation, especially the insecurity, and urged Muslim faithful in the state to remain peaceful as they join their counterparts all over the world to celebrate Eid el-Kabir.

    The governor, who reminded Muslims of the significance of the celebration which is selfless sacrifice, total commitment and loyalty, enjoined them to first consider the interest of the nation before any other.

    He assured that Rivers State Government will continue to protect the rights of every citizen in the state and also guarantee the freedom of worship and association as enshrined in the constitution.

    (Sun)