President Bola Tinubu has joined the Muslim Ummah in celebrating Eid-el-Kabir, a beautiful holiday that represents sacrifice, faith, and obedience to the Almighty.
News About Nigeria reports that this was contained in a statement by Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, on Saturday.
Eid-el-Kabir festival is celebrated by Muslims worldwide on the 10th day of the Hijri month of Dhul-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar and the federal government had declared public holiday in its regards.
The President congratulated the Muslim faithful and prayed that Allah accepts their supplications and acts of obedience.
President Tinubu enjoined Nigerians to reflect on the essence of the occasion, which bears strong meaning and significance for the nation.
The President emphasised 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 called 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 acknowledged 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 affirmed 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 reassured Nigerians that his administration is prioritising their physical, social, and economic security and will not relent on this noble endeavour.
President Tinubu, therefore, wished Nigerians happy Sallah celebrations.
