The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended greetings to Muslim faithful in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, calling on citizens to uphold the values of sacrifice, compassion, unity, and national solidarity.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, described Eid al-Adha as a sacred period that symbolises faith, obedience, and complete submission to the will of Almighty Allah, following the example set by Prophet Ibrahim (AS).
According to the minister, the celebration offers Nigerians an opportunity to reflect on the importance of peaceful coexistence and collective responsibility toward nation-building.
“Eid al-Adha is a season that calls for reflection, unity, tolerance, and renewed commitment to the values that bind us together as one nation,” Idris stated.
He urged Nigerians to use the festive season to deepen national unity and strengthen peaceful relationships across ethnic, religious, and political divides.
The minister also encouraged citizens to continue praying for the peace, stability, and development of Nigeria, while reaffirming the commitment of the administration of Bola Tinubu to implementing its Renewed Hope Agenda.
According to Idris, the Tinubu administration remains focused on building a nation that is more secure, prosperous, and inclusive for all Nigerians.
He further appealed to Nigerians to remember vulnerable and less privileged members of society during the celebration through acts of charity, kindness, and support.
“I encourage Nigerians to use this period to extend love and support to the less privileged, promote peaceful coexistence, and strengthen the spirit of national unity,” he said.
The minister expressed optimism that the Eid celebration would bring peace, joy, and prosperity to families and communities across the country.
He also prayed that Almighty Allah would accept the prayers and sacrifices of Muslim faithful observing the festival.
The statement comes as millions of Muslims in Nigeria and around the world prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha, one of the most significant festivals in Islam.
The celebration is traditionally marked by special prayers, acts of charity, family gatherings, and the symbolic slaughtering of animals in remembrance of Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion and obedience to God.
