Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Saturday, congratulated the Muslim Ummah on this year’s Eid-El-Kabir celebrations.
Jonathan took to his verified Facebook page to call on all Muslim faithful to prioritize the virtues of sacrifice, tolerance and love which this moment signifies.
“I urge all citizens to pray for the peace of our nation; this moment demands of all, irrespective of tribe and faith, to show love and promote those virtues that will foster our unity and enhance progress”.
Meanwhile, former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Saturday, urged the Muslim Ummah to use this occasion to pray for peace, security, unity, and prosperity for our country.
“Now more than ever, let us all pray to Almighty Allah to protect our service men and women — especially those on the frontlines; and to provide for the millions of families across the nation who cannot celebrate this year’s Sallah with the usual festivities due to the rising cost of food, he said.
“Let us also pray for those who are commemorating this Sallah without their loved ones — including families with abducted members. Let us pray that those in captivity will soon be reunited with their families and friends.
“As we all adhere to the values of our religion, it is my deepest prayer that those that are fortunate amongst us will share with those that are in need at this time.
May Almighty Allah bless, guide, and protect you and your family”.
