Former Governor of Anambra State and Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 Presidential Election, Peter Gregory Obi has urged Muslims in Nigeria to use the season to be closer to their creator and one another.
He made this known in his Goodwill message to Muslims on the occasion of this year’s Eid-El-Kabir.
The message, shared on his X handle further called on Nigerians to support one another and be a source of hope and comfort.
“My dear Muslim brothers and sisters,” it read.
“As we gather to celebrate Eid-al-Adha, the feast of sacrifice, I want to extend my warmest wishes to you all. May this Sallah bring us all closer to Allah, to one another, and to our true potentials as individuals and as a nation.
“Amid challenges and uncertainties, let us draw strength from our faith and the teachings of the Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him). His unwavering trust in Allah, his courage, and his willingness to sacrifice for the greater good are objects of inspiration to us all.
“As we celebrate, let us strive to be a source of hope, comfort, and support to those around us. May Allah accept our prayers, our fasting, and our charity.
“May He grant us the wisdom to walk in His path, the courage to stand for what is right, and the grace to be a blessing to our communities.
“Eid Mubarak!”
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