ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday urged Nigerians to promote peaceful coexistence and support the less privileged as the nation prepares to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir on Wednesday.
She noted that Nigeria’s strength is rooted in unity, mutual respect, and a collective resolve to build a compassionate society.
In her Eid el-Kabir message to Muslim faithful in Nigeria and the diaspora, the First Lady described the celebration as a period for reflecting on the enduring virtues of sacrifice, obedience, faith, and compassion.
“As we celebrate, I encourage all Nigerians to embrace peaceful coexistence and to live in harmony with one another.
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“Our strength as a nation lies in our unity, mutual respect, and shared commitment to building a society where love and understanding prevail,” she said.
Mrs Tinubu also highlighted the importance of generosity during the celebration, encouraging Nigerians to turn the spiritual lessons of the season into meaningful acts of kindness toward others.
She appealed, “Let us also remember the essence of this day by extending a helping hand to our neighbours, especially the vulnerable and less privileged ones among us.
“These acts of kindness and generosity can renew hope and bring comfort to many.”
The First Lady further urged citizens to continue praying for the country.
“Let us continue to pray for our dear nation, for sustained peace, stability, and prosperity,” the First Lady said, while extending Eid Mubarak wishes to Muslim faithful.
Eid el-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God before a ram was provided as a substitute.
The celebration is traditionally marked with prayers, the slaughtering of rams and other livestock, as well as the sharing of meat with relatives, neighbours, and the less privileged.