President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has interceded on behalf of Nigeria during Eid-el-Kabir prayers on Sunday in Lagos State where he called for love and charity to the vulnerable.
Ajuri Ngelale, Presidential spokesman in a statement Tinubu called on Nigerians to show more care for their neighbours and extend charity to all during the in the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir.
Speaking with journalists after Eid-el-Kabir prayers in Lagos on Sunday, the President
The President also stated that some level of sacrifice will be required to move the nation forward.
“We have been told by the Chief Imam how we can follow the path of sacrifice. The sacrifice required of a good citizen”, according to him, Citizenship comes with responsibilities.
“As citizens, what do we need to do to be committed members of our society? Yes, that is sacrifice; loving your country. Loving your neighbours. Sharing what you have with each other. And to always be thankful to Almighty God,” the President said.
In his sermon, the Chief Imam of Lagos State, Sheikh Suleiman Oluwatoyin Abou-Nolla, reiterated the need for more love, sacrifice and care for the poor and the vulnerable.
The Cleric who led the prayers, said, “Our leaders like the late Sir Ahmadu Bello, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, Funmilayo Ransome Kuti, to mention a few, sacrificed their knowledge, wealth, sweat, and even life, to the growth and development of the Country we call ours today.
“All their activities and actions were geared towards nation-building.
“We must therefore ensure that their sacrifices are not in vain. It is incumbent on us to follow their footsteps to ensure that this nation, Nigeria, continues to grow in leaps and bounds,” he said.
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