Zamfara First Lady Greets Muslims, Wants Proper Monitoring Of Children

Zamfara State first lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has extended her warmest felicitations to the Muslim Ummah on the auspicious occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

A statement signed by Rabi Yusuf, press secretary, Office of the First Lady of Zamfara State, said, “Reflecting on the profound spiritual significance of Eid-el-Kabir which symbolises supreme sacrifice, obedience, love and compassion, Her Excellency urges Muslims to offer sincere prayers for lasting peace, unity and stability in Zamfara State and the nation at large.

“She prays that the blessings of this holy season bring joy, security and prosperity to every home.”

In a beautiful intersection of celebrations, the first lady also congratulated children across the state as they mark this year’s Children’s Day.

She described children as the invaluable future leaders and ambassadors of our society and called on parents, guardians and communities to take absolute care of the children by closely monitoring their movements, peer associations and moral activities.

She emphasised that protecting the youth from negative societal influences requires active vigilance, intentional mentorship and a foundation rooted in good morals and sound education.

To enrich the spirit of the season, she encouraged families to use this festive period to strengthen biological and communal bonds by visiting relatives and fostering kinship. Furthermore, she reminded the faithful that true obedience to Allah is reflected in how we treat the vulnerable. She called on those who are blessed to look around their neighborhoods and actively assist the needy, ensuring that the joy of Sallah touches the less privileged in our communities.

Demonstrating commitment to compassion, she distributed extensive Sallah welfare packages, including cows, rams, essential foodstuffs, and cash assistance to various Muslim religious organisations, vulnerable persons, foundations, and support groups across the state. Beneficiaries of this timely intervention include FOMWAN, MSO, NASFAT, female political support groups, youth associations and several humanitarian foundations, all aimed at easing the financial burden on families during this festive period.

Reaffirming her commitment to initiatives that promote the well-being, protection, and empowerment of women, children, and vulnerable groups in Zamfara State, the First Lady prayed for Allah’s continued guidance upon the state’s leadership and wished everyone a peaceful, secure and joyful Eid-el-Kabir celebration.