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.
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!
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