The Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau, has felicitated Muslims on the celebration of Eid-El-Kabir, urging Nigerians to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he comes up with policies and programmes to turn around the fortunes of the country positively.
Senator Barau on Wednesday called on all Muslims to seek Allah’s grace for the peace, unity, security, and economic development of the country.
The Kano lawmaker also assured Nigerians of the commitment of the present administration to turn around the country for the benefit of all.
He said, “As we all know, this season reminds us to place our faith in the compassion and wisdom of Allah and to be obedient to His instructions, as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim. To be true Muslim is to adhere to the principles of peace, tolerance, justice, and charity.
“As we are enjoined by Allah, let us be our brothers’ keeper by sharing our worldly goods with them. This is the spirit of this season. Let’s put a smile on the faces of our brothers.
“Also, let us in the spirit of this season, irrespective of our faith, rededicate ourselves to the dreams and aspirations of building a strong, united, economically sound, and politically stable country.
“At the parliament, as assured by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, we will come up with legislation that would assist the Executive in addressing the challenges facing the country, ” the Deputy Senate President said, expressing optimism that better days ahead.
On his part, the Senator representing the Ogun East Senatorial district, Gbenga Daniel, called on Muslim faithful not to forget the lesson of sacrifice which the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir symbolises.
The Senator in his Eid-el-Kabir message extended warm greetings and best wishes to all Muslims across the world, and especially in Nigeria, urging them to reflect on the values of sacrifice, love, and unity that the festival represents.
Daniel emphasised the importance of using the occasion to foster peaceful coexistence among people of different faiths and backgrounds. He encouraged them to embrace the spirit of compassion and generosity by reaching out to the less privileged and extending a helping hand to those in need during this festive season.
According to him, “Eid Ul Adha is not just a celebration of pomp and pageantry with plenty of meat, rice and stew, it speaks to the significance of sacrifice and trust in the directive of Almighty Allah.
“I join our Muslim brothers and sisters in the celebration of core obedience to His will and urge us all to emulate the dedication of the Prophet, especially as it concerns our country. Barka da Sallah!”
Senator Daniel emphasised the need for unity and harmony, calling on the Muslim faithful in Nigeria to come together and promote a peaceful atmosphere while stressing the importance of peaceful coexistence. He called for a moderate celebration during the festival period with gratitude to Almighty Allah, while respecting the diverse religious beliefs within their communities.
Daniel expressed his gratitude to the Muslims in the Ogun East Senatorial district for their unwavering support and prayers and reaffirmed his commitment to representing the interests of all towards a better life and living conditions.
