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!
Eid Mubarak!
Muhammadu Buhari
July 5, 2016
July 5, 2016
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