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The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR,has congratulated the Muslim community in Anambra State and across Nigeria on the celebration of this year’s Eid Kabir (Eid al-Adha).
In his goodwill message signed by his Chief Press Secretary Mr Christian Aburime,Governor Soludo recognises the profound significance of this holy festival for Muslims, which commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s devout faith and obedience to Allah’s command.
The Governor said the celebration reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, devotion, and submission to divine will that transcend religious boundaries and speak to our common humanity.
Soludo went further to acknowledges the valuable contributions of the Muslim brothers and sisters to the socio-economic development of Anambra State,noting that the peaceful co-existence of people of different faiths in the state remains a source of pride and a tribute to the shared values of tolerance, respect, and unity.
“As we celebrate this festival of sacrifice and feasting,I call.upon all Nigerians to reflect on the lessons of Eid Kabir, particularly the importance of selflessness, compassion for the less privileged,and devotion to the common good,values that align perfectly with our administration’s commitment to building a prosperous, inclusive, and harmonious society.”
“I therefore wishes all Muslim faithful in Anambra State and Nigeria a joyous and blessed Eid Kabir celebration, filled with peace, prosperity, spiritual fulfillment and renewed commitment to a better society for all.”he submitted
