President Bola Tinubu has appealed to all citizens to come together and rededicate themselves to nation building
Tinubu made the appeal on Tuesday in his Sallah message to the nation, signed by his Spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, to commemorate the end of the Ramadan fasting period.
The President greets the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and all around the world, praying that their supplications will receive the fitting rewards from Allah.
He felicitated the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, saying the season reflects total submission to God Almighty and to His command of sacrifice and service to humankind.
The Nigerian Leader prays that the lessons, blessings, and the joy of the season will abide with all while wishing Nigerians, Happy Eid Al-Fitr celebrations.
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has urged Nigerians to be optimistic in their support for President Bola Tinubu.
The council advised the citizens to continue to promote unity and peaceful coexistence across the country.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, stated this in FEC’s Eid-el-Fitr message to Nigerians.
A statement by the Director of Information in Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), Segun Imohiosen, said the FEC also urged Muslims to always reflect on the lessons of the just-concluded Ramadan fasting.
“The Federal Executive Council (FEC) fecilitates Muslims on the successful completion of the 2024 Ramadan fast.
“The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, on behalf of FEC, urged the Muslim faithful to continue to reflect on the lessons of the fast, which include love, sacrifice, endurance, obedience and compassion.
“Senator George Akume urged Nigerians to be optimistic in their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and to continue to promote national unity, peaceful co-existence for stability, development and growth of the nation.
Also, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, senators, House of Representatives members, and other leaders said Nigeria needs peace and love to develop and progress.
In their messages to celebrate today’s Eid-el-Fitr, the eminent Nigerians urged fellow citizens to always share love and ensure peaceful co-existence for the nation’s development and progress.
In her message, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, said: “I felicitate with all the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria. I enjoin you all to retain the lessons learnt during holy month of Ramadan, especially that of piety, sacrifice, and humility.
“As we celebrate, let us remember our neighbours and extend the hands of love in celebration of them all,” she said.
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin urged Nigerians to remain united and commit themselves to intense prayers for the development of our country.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, the Senate Deputy President sought the cooperation of fellow citizens for the Bola Tinubu administration.
He said: “We should all support and pray for the President, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to succeed in turning the fortunes of our beloved country positively.”
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) advised the Muslim Ummah to continue the spiritual lessons of Ramadan and the injunctions of the Holy Prophet on self-denial, love, peaceful co-existence, fairness and justice.
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, urged fellow Muslims to uphold the virtues they cultivated during Ramadan.
In a statement by his spokesman Enitan Olukotun, the Lagos East senator said: “Throughout Ramadan, we embarked on a profound journey of spiritual growth, discipline, and self-reflection. As we emerge from this sacred period, let us carry forward the invaluable values of sacrifice, selflessness, and obedience to the teachings of Islam into our everyday lives.”
Former Senate President Ahmad Lawan admonished Nigerians to pray for the success of the Armed and Security Forces to overcome the various forms of insecurity across the country.
Lawan, who chairs the Senate Committee on Defence, said: “To the Muslim Ummah, let us continue to pray for peace, prosperity, and unity in our beloved country.
“As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr and mark the end of Ramadan, let us remember to keep the spirit of Ramadan alive in our hearts and minds. Let us continue to pray for our armed and security forces to succeed over the numerous security challenges confronting our dear nation.”
The national leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria, has called on Nigerians especially Muslims to embrace peace and be united during the Eid-el-fitri celebration.
The Eid-el-Fitri celebration, it says, holds significant importance not only for Muslim compatriots but for the entire nation.
The religious body said it serves as a reminder of the values of compassion, humility, and generosity that form the foundation of shared humanity.
In the midst of diverse challenges facing the nation, the boy said it is imperative that Nigerians draw inspiration from the essence of Eid-el-Fitri to foster peace, harmony, and progress in the society.
It called on leaders at all levels of governance to embody moral rectitude and ethical leadership in their service to the nation.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged Lagos residents, particularly Christians and Muslims, to continue to live in love and peace, just as they demonstrated during the Lenten and Ramadan seasons.
Sanwo-Olu assured that his administration will continue to do everything that made Lagosians proud of his government in the areas of infrastructure, education, transportation, and health, among others.
The Governor spoke through the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, during a Iftar programme held for media practitioners at the Lagos House, Ikeja.
He also assured Lagos residents that the economic challenges they are currently facing will soon be over because of the several intervention programmes by the Lagos and Federal Governments.