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I
felicitate with all Nigerians, especially the Muslim Ummah, on the
occasion of this year’s Eid El Fitr, which marks the completion of the
Ramadan fast.
I congratulate Muslims in Nigeria and around the world on the successful
completion of this month-long spiritual journey of fasting, prayer and
almsgiving in obedience to the Divine Command.
I sincerely pray that the Almighty Allah will reward our sacrifices with increased blessing and a more prosperous future.
On
this happy occasion, it is my strong belief that all true followers of
Islam have been rejuvenated on the true meaning and essence of life and
through the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), we have learnt to
imbibe the virtues of piety, sacrifice, love, self-denial and good
conduct in our daily relationship with one another.
As we celebrate
another Eid El Fitr, I admonish all patriotic Nigerians to uphold these
lessons and also appreciate the numerous material and human blessings
God has endowed us with.
Let us learn to show gratitude, respect and
tolerance to one other, irrespective of our religion, tribe, language
and political leanings, as we forge ahead to build on our strengths and
opportunities to make Nigeria great again.
On Monday this week, the
Vice President, the Speaker of the House of Representatives and other
government officials joined me to host Iftar reception at the State
House with Nigerians of different backgrounds including Internally
Displaced Persons (IDPs), artisans and Physically-challenged persons.
Like
I said during the reception, I want to once again appeal to those of us
who have the means, to remember the millions of Nigerians who are
suffering deprivation because of violence perpetrated by terrorists.
I
am not unaware of what Nigerians are going through and I want to use
this medium to commend the amazing sacrifices of Nigerians in the face
of the temporary economic and social challenges and also reassure
Nigerians that my administration is working assiduously towards
providing basic needs and other amenities.
Let me also use this
opportunity to reaffirm that we will not relent in the fight against
corruption and we will ensure that all appropriate and legal measures
are deplored to root out this malaise.
On
this happy occasion, it is my strong belief that all true followers of
Islam have been rejuvenated on the true meaning and essence of life and
through the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), we have learnt to
imbibe the virtues of piety, sacrifice, love, self-denial and good
conduct in our daily relationship with one another.
As we celebrate
another Eid El Fitr, I admonish all patriotic Nigerians to uphold these
lessons and also appreciate the numerous material and human blessings
God has endowed us with.
Let us learn to show gratitude, respect and
tolerance to one other, irrespective of our religion, tribe, language
and political leanings, as we forge ahead to build on our strengths and
opportunities to make Nigeria great again.
On Monday this week, the
Vice President, the Speaker of the House of Representatives and other
government officials joined me to host Iftar reception at the State
House with Nigerians of different backgrounds including Internally
Displaced Persons (IDPs), artisans and Physically-challenged persons.
Like
I said during the reception, I want to once again appeal to those of us
who have the means, to remember the millions of Nigerians who are
suffering deprivation because of violence perpetrated by terrorists.
I
am not unaware of what Nigerians are going through and I want to use
this medium to commend the amazing sacrifices of Nigerians in the face
of the temporary economic and social challenges and also reassure
Nigerians that my administration is working assiduously towards
providing basic needs and other amenities.
Let me also use this
opportunity to reaffirm that we will not relent in the fight against
corruption and we will ensure that all appropriate and legal measures
are deplored to root out this malaise.
I
commend the Armed Forces and security agencies for the gains recorded
in the fight against terrorists and the rescue of hostages in the North
East part of the country.
I also appeal for the support,
understanding and patience of all Nigerians and our international
partners as we explore the fastest means to end the economic sabotage in
the Niger Delta and amicably resolve the conflicts within the region.
I promise you all better days ahead even as we remain grateful for your unflinching support to our administration.
Happy Eid El Fitr celebration and May the Almighty Allah continue to bless our nation.
Eid Mubarak!
commend the Armed Forces and security agencies for the gains recorded
in the fight against terrorists and the rescue of hostages in the North
East part of the country.
I also appeal for the support,
understanding and patience of all Nigerians and our international
partners as we explore the fastest means to end the economic sabotage in
the Niger Delta and amicably resolve the conflicts within the region.
I promise you all better days ahead even as we remain grateful for your unflinching support to our administration.
Happy Eid El Fitr celebration and May the Almighty Allah continue to bless our nation.
Eid Mubarak!
