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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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