The President arrived the Eid praying ground at 8:55 am accompanied by top government functionaries like the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat; former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola; businessman Aliko Dangote, Senator Gbenga Ashafa, amongst others.
Earlier, in his message to the Muslim Ummah on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, an event that denotes sacrifice, faith, and obedience to the will of the Almighty, the President enjoined Nigerians to reflect on the essence of the occasion, which bears strong meaning and significance for the nation.
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President Tinubu urged citizens to spare a prayer for the nation for continuous peace and stability while working according to purpose in promoting unity, peace, and progress.
The President also reassured Nigerians that his administration is prioritising their physical, social, and economic security and will not relent on this noble endeavour.
The Eid-el-Kabir festival is celebrated by Muslims worldwide on the 10th day of the Hijri month of Dhual-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar.
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