The Former Governors Forum (FGF) has expressed warm felicitation to Nigerian Muslim community and all Nigerians on the occasion of this year’s Eid-El-Kabir celebration.
The Forum noted that the sanctity and tradition of gathering together in prayers and celebrations, is one of the cardinal templates of love and commitment to the principles of Islam.
According to a statement jointly signed by Dr Babangida Aliyu, CON, a former Governor of Niger State, and Prof. Tunde Esan, chairman and executive secretary of the Forum respectively, the national celebration, which cuts across all tribes in Nigeria, where Muslim ummah are located, reminds us of our oneness and togetherness as a nation.
“The nation’s journey in the last few months appropriates the fundamentals of heterogeneity with the varied opinions, positions and appropriations in national discourse.
“The Salah celebrations offers a unique opportunity for harmonization of positions in national interest. It is equally a moment to to appreciate and celebrate with one another, as a people bounded in love and unity.
“We equally use this opportunity to call on all Nigerians to continue to embrace fundamental principles of humanitarianism: care for the poor and the needy, that the celebrations symbolize, and continue to pray for a great future for our nation.
“May the blessing of Allah fill the life of Nigerians with peace , joy and good health. Happy Eid el Kabir,” they stated.
