President Bola Tinubu don call for national unity and assure Nigerians say security and economy go improve. He tok dis one for im 2026 Eid-El-Kabir message to our Muslim brothers and sisters across Nigeria and worldwide.
As a nation, we dey on a journey of reconstruction and renewal. The reforms we don undertake dey challenging but necessary to build a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria for future generations, the president tok for message on Tuesday.
Just as sacrifice bring reward, I dey happy say the sacrifices and efforts we don make over the past three years don yield a more stable economy, making our country a preferred investment destination wey go drive job creation and economic growth. The walk through the dark tunnel don finish, and the light dey here.
I dey confident say, by the Grace of God, the reforms we don diligently pursue go continue to yield improved security and greater opportunities for all. I dey aware say, despite the best efforts of our security and intelligence agencies—including the recent elimination of a wanted ISIS leader—heartless terrorists and bandits still attack some communities. I assure you: you no dey abandoned nor forgotten. We go ultimately defeat all the forces of evil.
The former governor of Lagos ask Nigerians to reflect on the lessons of the festive season, including sacrifice, love, and unity. One central lesson of Eid-el-Kabir na the call to show mercy and compassion, regardless of race, ethnicity, or creed. There is no greater example of duty and devotion than Prophet Ibrahim willingness to offer im only son, Ismail, as a sacrifice to Allah, he tok.
Make we also reach out to the less privileged, share with our neighbours, and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood wey unite us as one people, Tinubu tok. My administration remain committed to building a Nigeria where all citizens fit live in peace, worship freely, and pursue their dreams without fear.
He urge Muslim faithful to use this sacred occasion to pray for our country, for peace for our communities, and for wisdom for those for leadership. Make we pray say those wey commit crimes among us fit rethink and abandon their evil ways or face the full weight of the law, he tok.
On behalf of the government, I wish you all a peaceful, joyous, and blessed Eid al-Kabir. May Allah accept our sacrifices and prayers, and may He continue to bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Tinubu write.
Meanwhile, the Federal Government don declare Wednesday and Thursday as public holidays for the festive season. The declaration na by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for a statement wey the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, issue.
The Federal Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria don declare Wednesday, 27th May, and Thursday, 28th May, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid ul Adha, the statement read for part.
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, announce the holidays for a statement wey Magdalene Ajani, permanent secretary of the ministry, sign. Tunji-Ojo congratulate Muslim faithful for the festival of deep spiritual significance.
This declaration affirm the Federal Government profound respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims wey join the global Islamic community for observing this sacred occasion, the statement read. The Minister convey the warm felicitations of the Federal Government to all Muslim faithful for Nigeria and throughout the Diaspora.
Eid ul Adha na festival of deep spiritual significance, grounded for the values of sacrifice, obedience to God, and compassion for one fellow man. The Federal Government urge all Nigerians to use this period for prayer and sober reflection, asking for divine guidance upon the country as e continue im pursuit of peace, security, and prosperity for every citizen.
Eid-el-Kabir festival na by Muslims to symbolise the obedience to Allah, wey Prophet Ibrahim demonstrate.
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, don rejoice with Muslims across the country on the occasion of this year Eid-El-Kabir celebration, calling for sustained prayers, unity, and support for the poor and vulnerable for society. For a special Sallah message wey im Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Malam Ismail Mudashir, sign, Senator Barau urge Muslims and indeed all Nigerians to use the occasion to pray for peace, unity, and the continued progress of the country.
Senator Barau, wey be the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, also congratulate Nigerian pilgrims wey dey currently perform the Hajj for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, urging them to remember Nigeria and the leaders for their prayers at the holy sites.
He also urge Nigerians to continue to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating say the President remain committed to addressing the nation challenges and improving the well-being of citizens. I wish Muslims, and indeed all Nigerians, a peaceful and memorable Eid-El-Kabir.
This season remind us of total submission to the will of Allah, as Prophet Ibrahim demonstrate. True believers must uphold the values of sacrifice, obedience, tolerance, justice, and charity. For the spirit of this season, make we extend a hand of support to the poor and needy around us, and regardless of our differences, recommit ourselves to building a united, peaceful, and economically strong nation.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu don continue to demonstrate leadership and commitment towards addressing the challenges wey dey face our country. With sustained efforts and the support of all Nigerians, we dey confident say the nation go achieve greater stability and prosperity. Eid Mubarak!
