President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged the citizens of Nigeria to demonstrate greater compassion towards their neighbors and extend acts of charity to all in the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir.
Addressing the press following Eid-el-Kabir prayers in Lagos on Sunday, the President emphasized that some degree of sacrifice is necessary to propel the nation forward.
“We have been enlightened by the Chief Imam on the essence of sacrifice. The sacrifice expected from a responsible citizen. Citizenship entails duties. As citizens, what must we do to be devoted members of our society? Indeed, that is sacrifice; cherishing your country. Embracing your neighbors. Sharing your possessions with one another. And perpetually expressing gratitude to the Almighty,” the President articulated.
During his sermon, the Chief Imam of Lagos State, Sheikh Suleiman Oluwatoyin Abou-Nolla, who led the prayers, reiterated the importance of love, sacrifice, and concern for the underprivileged.
“Our past leaders such as the late Sir Ahmadu Bello, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, Funmilayo Ransome Kuti, and others, devoted their intellect, resources, efforts, and even lives, to the advancement and progress of our nation. All their endeavors and deeds were aimed at nation-building.
“It is our responsibility to ensure that their sacrifices do not go to waste. It is imperative for us to emulate their actions to guarantee that this nation, Nigeria, continues to thrive and prosper,” he emphasized.
The Chief Imam of Lagos urged the populace to supplicate to the Almighty for the President to be endowed with the strength and wisdom to fulfill his vision of a superior and flourishing nation.