Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi
Ambode on Sunday called on Muslims in Nigeria to imbibe the values of sacrifice
and endurance as they join their counterparts worldwide to celebrate this
year’s Eid-el-Kabir.
In his Sallah message signed by his
Chief Press Secretary, Mr Habib Aruna, Governor Ambode said the period of the
celebration is one that calls for every Muslim and other Nigerians to embrace
the tenets of sacrifice, patience, humility and brotherly love.
He explained that the significance of
the season should be beyond the festivities, adding that it should be a moment
to reflect on why God has united everyone with a common humanity of blood, food
and water as these should constitute what binds the people.
He, therefore, called on Nigerians to
rededicate themselves to a greater acceptance and internalization of the
lessons of piety, faithfulness, dedication, fortitude, obedience, sacrifice and
selfless service which are for the benefit of mankind.
“As we celebrate this auspicious
occasion, let us renew our faith in our nation and implore the Almighty God to
restore to us those values that place high premium on human life, love of
neighbour and sharing even as we ventilate our faith in the unity of our dear
country and the possibility of her taking her place in the comity of nations”,
the Governor said.
He said the prevailing economic
recession currently taking its toll on Nigerians was only a phase that will
pave way for a new dawn in the country, saying the Federal Government is making
steady efforts to salvage the situation.
“This period requires more patience,
fortitude, tolerance, endurance, patriotism and a greater willingness to make
personal sacrifices for the good of all. The President Muhammadu Buhari administration
remains committed to lead the nation in overcoming its current economic and
developmental challenges”.
While wishing all Muslim brothers and
sisters in the State a happy Eid-el-Kabir celebration, Governor Ambode
expressed appreciation for the support given to his administration, urging all
Lagosians to continue to embrace peaceful co-existence.
SIGNED
HABIB ARUNA
CHIEF PRESS SECRETARY
HABIB ARUNA
CHIEF PRESS SECRETARY
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