It reads thus;
I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially the Muslim
Ummah, on the occasion of this year’s Eid El Fitr, which marks the completion
of the Ramadan fast. I congratulate Muslims in Nigeria and around the world on
the successful completion of this month-long spiritual journey of fasting,
prayer and almsgiving in obedience to the Divine Command.
I sincerely pray that the Almighty Allah will reward our
sacrifices with increased blessing and a more prosperous future.
On this happy occasion, it is my strong belief that all
true followers of Islam have been rejuvenated on the true meaning and essence
of life and through the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), we have learnt to
imbibe the virtues of piety, sacrifice, love, self-denial and good conduct in
our daily relationship with one another.
As we celebrate another Eid El Fitr, I admonish all
patriotic Nigerians to uphold these lessons and also appreciate the numerous
material and human blessings God has endowed us with.
Let us learn to show gratitude, respect and tolerance to
one other, irrespective of our religion, tribe, language and political
leanings, as we forge ahead to build on our strengths and opportunities to make
Nigeria great again.
On Monday this week, the Vice President, the Speaker of
the House of Representatives and other government officials joined me to host
Iftar reception at the State House with Nigerians of different backgrounds
including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), artisans and
Physically-challenged persons.
Like I said
during the reception, I want to once again appeal to those of us who have the
means, to remember the millions of Nigerians who are suffering deprivation
because of violence perpetrated by terrorists.
I am not unaware
of what Nigerians are going through and I want to use this medium to commend
the amazing sacrifices of Nigerians in the face of the temporary economic and
social challenges and also reassure Nigerians that my administration is working
assiduously towards providing basic needs and other amenities.
Let me also use
this opportunity to reaffirm that we will not relent in the fight against
corruption and we will ensure that all appropriate and legal measures are
deplored to root out this malaise.
I commend the Armed Forces and security agencies for the
gains recorded in the fight against terrorists and the rescue of hostages in
the North East part of the country.
I also appeal for
the support, understanding and patience of all Nigerians and our international
partners as we explore the fastest means to end the economic sabotage in the
Niger Delta and amicably resolve the conflicts within the region.
I promise you all better days ahead even as we remain
grateful for your unflinching support to our administration.
Happy Eid El Fitr celebration and May the Almighty Allah
continue to bless our nation.
Eid Mubarak!
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