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Eid-el-Fitr: Why unity, solidarity among citizens very important now –Buhari

Ezekiel Johnson
Ezekiel Johnson
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President Muhammadu Buhari has declared that unity and solidarity among all citizens irrespective of their different religions are important at a time when Nigeria is faced with multiple challenges.

This is as he said the challenges facing the country were surmountable only when its people come together as one.

Buhari made the remarks on Wednesday in a statement he issued on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr celebrated by muslims at the end of Ramadan fast.

In the statement made available by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, the president rejoiced with muslims across the world.

Said the president: “On this blessed occasion, I wish that the Eid festival brings with it peace, safety, security, brotherhood and love amongst all.

“Unity and solidarity among all citizens, Muslims and Christians are imperative especially at a time when our country is faced with multiple challenges which are surmountable only when we come together as one.

“It is important that we remember how we share, through our faiths, common bonds that should serve to unite us and not allow ourselves to succumb to those who seek to divide us, using our two great religions, for their own selfish advantages.

“We should jointly pray against the tragic incidents of kidnapping and banditry and the desperate quest for political power expressed through blackmail against the existence of our country as a united entity.

“We must resist the temptation to retreat into our communities. I urge our political and religious leaders as well as traditional rulers to encourage our citizens to turn towards one another in love and compassion.”

According to the president, it is noteworthy and delightful to see Christians breaking fast and in some instances, extending goodwill and gifts to Muslim faithful during the Ramadan.

“This model also shone through with Muslim groups joining Christian festivities. These are practices that promote brotherhood and forgiveness,” he said.

President Buhari also urged Nigerians to continue to observe all COVID-19 prevention measures and celebrate responsibly during the holidays.

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