President Bola Tinubu has joined Muslims in Nigeria and all over the world in observance of Eid-el-Kabir.
According to him, Eid-el-Kabir coming at the end of religious activities spanning the first ten days of the Islamic Month of Dhul Hijjah enjoins the faithful to show mercy and compassion to fellow humans.
“We must imbibe and manifest those values inherent in Prophet Ibrahim’s life, namely – complete devotion to Allah, tolerance, patience, perseverance, selflessness, love and compassion.” In the Sallah message released by his director-general, Press Affairs, Ismaila Uba Misilli, the governor who doubles as the chairman of Northern States Governors’ Forum, urged the Muslim ummah to use the occasion to extend hands of support and love and good neighbourliness as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim and upheld by Prophet Muhammad .
“As you celebrate, show piety, make a personal sacrifice to the common good and collective interests of the people.” The governor also felicitated the pilgrims who gathered at Mount Arafah in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, a major pillar of their Hajj rites. He said, “Today, let us draw inspiration from the exemplary virtues demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim: his sacrifice, patience, steadfastness, generosity, and unwavering obedience to Allah’s command and constituted authority. These qualities should guide us as we face the contemporary challenges of nation-building, reminding us of our shared heritage and the destiny of national greatness that awaits the people of Kogi State, both within and outside the country”.
The apex northern socio cultural group. Arewa Consultative Forum , has also greeted Muslims as they celebrate the Eid-el Kabir. In his special sermon for the day, Sheikh Ahmad Suleiman, a Kano-based famous Qur’anic reciter, outlined the significance of the day, saying day of Arafat is the best of all and the day prayers are answered.
He also assured the general public of sustained efforts by the Force in tackling crimes and criminality, and improved public safety and security across the country.
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