Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has extended warm greetings to Muslims in Lagos and across Nigeria as they celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, urging citizens to foster peace, love, and unity.
In a goodwill message released on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the Governor congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid-el-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, encouraging them to embrace the festival’s core values.
Sanwo-Olu called on Muslims to reflect deeply on the virtues exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS), such as sacrifice, patience, and unwavering faith in God. He emphasized that these qualities are crucial for promoting unity, peace, and development in both Lagos State and Nigeria.
“On behalf of my family and the Government of Lagos State, I wish all our Muslim brothers and sisters in the State and in Nigeria a happy and peaceful Eid-el-Kabir celebration,” he said.
Highlighting the spiritual significance of the celebration, the Governor noted that Prophet Ibrahim’s story is a powerful reminder that perseverance through trials brings divine rewards.
“This symbolic Islamic celebration reminds us that great rewards follow patience, steadfastness, and enduring faith, especially in difficult periods.”
Sanwo-Olu also appealed to residents of Lagos to take inspiration from the Prophet’s legacy by avoiding divisive behavior and embracing values that promote harmony and collective progress.
“As we mark this year’s Eid-al-Adha, I implore everyone, especially the Muslim faithful, to remain on the path of spirituality, peaceful coexistence, and to internalize the deep lessons of sacrifice symbolized by Prophet Ibrahim.”
