The Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri and the Senator representing Edo South, Neda Imasuen have extended warm greetings to the Muslim Ummah in the state and across Nigeria on the celebration of the festival of Eid al-Adha (Eid-el-Kabir).
- +Bayelsa gov, Edo senator felicitate Muslims on Eid-el-Kabir
Eid-el-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha, is one of the most important festivals in Islam.
Eid-el-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha, is one of the most important festivals in Islam. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command.
Diri, in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, on Wednesday, noted that the festival commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Mohammed, which is a virtue required of every true believer.
He urged adherents of Islam, in keeping with the tenets of their faith, to continue to pray for the peace, security and well-being of Bayelsa and the country at sacred moments such as this.
He also admonished Muslims to look beyond the festival to consistently imbibe the virtues of patriotism, selflessness, patience and sacrifice.
Diri charged them to be inspired by these moral fibres to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood as they live harmoniously with other residents and adherents of other faiths.
He noted that the country was undergoing a crucial socio-economic phase that required prayers, resilience and patience to navigate through, and expressed the hope that with a collective resolve, Nigeria will achieve its desired greatness.
“On behalf of the government of Bayelsa State, I wish our Muslim brothers Eid Mubarak!”
On his part, Imasuen urged Nigerians to continue to uphold peace, unity, tolerance and love for one another, irrespective of religious or political differences.
Imasuen, who said this in a statement he signed on Wednesday, noted that Eid-el-Kabir reminds everyone of the enduring virtues of sacrifice, obedience, compassion and unwavering faith in Almighty Allah.
The statement read, “On the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, I extend warm felicitations to the entire Muslim Ummah across Edo South Senatorial District and beyond.
“This sacred celebration reminds us of the enduring virtues of sacrifice, obedience, compassion and unwavering faith in Almighty Allah.
“As we commemorate this important festival, I urge our people to continue to uphold peace, unity, tolerance and love for one another, irrespective of religious or political differences.”
He said Eid-el-Kabir is not only a season of celebration but also a time for reflection, generosity and renewed commitment to the progress of communities.
He added, “Let us use this period to pray for the peace, stability and development of Edo State and Nigeria as a whole.
“I commend the Muslim faithful in Edo South for their contributions to the growth and harmony of our society. Your resilience, discipline and dedication to community development remain invaluable.
“May Allah accept our prayers, sacrifices and acts of worship, and bless every home with peace, prosperity and abundant joy.”
