Former President Goodluck Jonathan has extended his warmest greetings and heartfelt felicitations to Muslims across Nigeria and globally on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.
In a goodwill message, Jonathan emphasized the significance of the day, highlighting values such as faith, sacrifice, devotion, and generosity that resonate with humanity.
“On this blessed occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt felicitations to our Muslim brothers and sisters across Nigeria and around the world.
“This significant day serves as a profound reminder of the virtues of faith, sacrifice, devotion, and generosity which are values that resonate deeply across all humanity”, he said.
He noted that Nigeria’s strength lies in its rich diversity and shared commitment to peace and unity, urging citizens to deepen bonds of brotherhood and work towards overcoming challenges.
“In Nigeria, our strength lies in our rich diversity and shared commitment to peace and unity. Let us use this moment to deepen the bonds of brotherhood, promote mutual respect, and work towards overcoming our challenges and recommit to building a future of lasting peace, progress, and shared prosperity”, he said.
Jonathan prayed that the joy, peace, and blessings of the holy day fill the hearts and homes of Muslims as they celebrate with loved ones.
“As you gather with family, friends, well-wishers, and community to celebrate, may the joy, peace, and blessings of this holy day fill your hearts and homes”, he said.