Eid-el-Kabir: Mbah preaches unity, tolerance, sacrifice, hope

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful in the state and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir. He urged them to embody the core values of unity, tolerance, sacrifice, and hope.

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On the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, I extend warm felicitations to our Muslim brothers and sisters in Enugu State and across Nigeria as they commemorate this sacred festival of faith, sacrifice, and devotion to Almighty Allah.

In his Eid goodwill message, Mbah also appealed for acts of charity and solidarity, encouraging Nigerians to support one another, especially those facing hardship. He stated that Eid-el-Kabir serves as a reminder that sacrifice is fundamental to serving God and humanity, echoing the timeless lessons of patience, obedience, and faith exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim.

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Eid-el-Kabir reminds us that sacrifice lies at the very heart of true service to God and humanity. It calls to mind the profound blessings inherent in the virtues of patience, obedience, trust, and unwavering faith – values exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim and which remain timeless lessons for us all.

Amidst the nation's ongoing political and economic transitions, Mbah highlighted the profound significance of the celebration. He reminded citizens of their shared humanity, asserting that collective progress hinges on upholding unity, mutual respect, peace, and compassion over any divisions.

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Let us be reminded that we all belong to one shared humanity and our collective progress as a people depends on our ability to uphold unity, mutual respect, peace, and compassion above all divisions.

The governor encouraged a recommitment to tolerance and sacrifice for the common good during this season. He also urged continued prayers for the peace, stability, and prosperity of Enugu State and Nigeria, advocating for a society built on justice, opportunity, and shared progress for all. Mbah concluded by wishing the Muslim community a peaceful and joyous celebration.

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This season, therefore, offers us another opportunity to recommit ourselves to the ideals of tolerance, sacrifice for the common good, and solidarity with one another, especially the vulnerable among us.