Tinubu congratulates muslims on Eid-el-Fitr, urges lasting virtues from Ramadan
Abdullateef Fowewe
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm greetings to Nigeria’s Muslim community, thanking God for guiding the nation through Ramadan and calling for the holiday’s lessons to shape the country’s future.
In a statement released Friday, the president highlighted the shared spiritual journeys of Ramadan and Lent, emphasising their teachings on “patience, tolerance, sacrifice, and neighbourliness.”
He stressed that “these are not seasonal virtues. They are the foundation upon which we must continue to build our nation.”
Tinubu urged Nigerians to embody “the principles of giving, peace, love for country, and kindness to one another,” adding, “Now, we must live them. Let us continue to assist the needy, support the vulnerable, and remain our brother’s keeper. Good behaviour, good neighbourliness, and compassion for all must define us beyond this period.”
The president also prayed for national peace, noting that “stability, peace, and security are not the responsibility of one man alone. It is a collective duty.”
He called on citizens to “remain vigilant and to report suspicious movements within their communities,” as “our safety depends on our shared commitment.”
Concluding with a call to action, Tinubu said, “Let us carry forward the spirit of Ramadan in our actions, our words, and our service to one another. May God accept our sacrifices. Eid Mubarak.”
