Eid-El-Kabir: Barau urges Nigerians to embrace unity, peace

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Abdullateef Fowewe

Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, has rejoiced with Muslims in the country over the Eid-El-Kabir celebration, emphasising the importance of unity among the citizens.

Barau, who made the call in a statement on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, urged Muslims and Nigerians to use the occasion to pray for peace, unity and the country’s progress.

Barau, who is the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, called on Nigerians to continue to pray for the well-being of the country and to offer their full support to President Bola Tinubu, adding that the President is genuinely working for peace and socio-economic prosperity of the nation.

He said, “I wish Muslims, and indeed all Nigerians, a memorable Eid-El-Kabir. This season reminds us to obey Allah’s instructions, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim. True Muslims should adhere to peace, tolerance, justice and charity.

“In the spirit of this season, irrespective of our faith, let us rededicate and commit ourselves to the dreams and aspirations of building a strong, united, and economically sound country.

“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has demonstrated strong leadership and genuine commitment in addressing our country’s challenges. In the last two years, he has succeeded to a considerable extent in tackling our security challenges and stimulating our economy. By the grace of God, the fruit of the efforts will benefit all. We are on the path to prosperity.”

To consolidate the successes recorded under this administration, he said the National Assembly will continue to formulate necessary legislations to support the President in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda, designed to restore the country’s glorious days.