President Bola Tinubu has felicitated with Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, urging them to embrace the spirit of sacrifice and compassion.
Tinubu also used the occasion to reflect on his administration’s economic reforms and renewed his commitment to defeat insecurity in the country.
Speaking on the significance of the festival, in his message to the muslim faithful on Tuesday, the President said: “One central lesson of Eid-el-Kabir is the call to show mercy and compassion, regardless of race, ethnicity, or creed. Noting that there is no greater example of duty and devotion than Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to offer his only son, Ismail, as a sacrifice to Allah.”
He therefore, urged them to reach out to the less privilaged, share with neighbours, and reinforce the bond of national unity.
On the economy, President Tinubu stated that the reforms undertaken by his administration are challenging but necessary to build a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria for future generations.
“Just as sacrifice brings reward, I am happy that the sacrifices and efforts we have made over the past three years have yielded a more stable economy, making our country a preferred investment destination that will drive job creation and economic growth,” he said. “The walk through the dark tunnel is over, and the light is here.”
He acknowledged that despite the elimination of the wanted leader of ISIS, insecurity remains a challenge in the country, with some comminitie being attacked, assuring that the administration would defeat them.
“I am aware that, despite the best efforts of our security and intelligence agencies—including the recent elimination of a wanted ISIS leader—heartless terrorists and bandits still attack some communities. I assure you: you are neither abandoned nor forgotten. We will ultimately defeat all the forces of evil,” the President said.
The President called on Nigerians to pray for those who perpetrate crimes to “rethink and abandon their evil ways, or face the full weight of the law.”
He noted that his administration remains committed to building a Nigeria where all citizens can live in peace, worship freely, and pursue their dreams without fear, adding that the government would “continue to invest in security, infrastructure, agriculture, and human capital to fulfil the great promise of our great nation.”
