The Nigeria Union of Journalists, has felicitated with Muslims across the country on the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
National President of the association, Chris Isiguzo, in a felicitatory statement issued on Saturday, prayed that the blessings of Almighty Allah fills Muslim faithful with peace, joy and good health during this period and beyond.
“The NUJ national president hereby extends his warmest wishes to all Muslims in the Country on this solemn festival of Eid.
“We pray that the blessings of Almighty Allah will fill your lives with peace, joy and good health. Barka Da Sallah!” , the statement read.
Isiguzo urged all Muslim faithful to act upon the commandments of Allah and also about the duties they have to perform to become good Muslims.
The statement continued, “At these hard times, we urge all Muslims to imbibe the lessons of Eid-Al-Adha Celebrations which encourage them to forgive, give, share and care for one another.
“Just like Prophet Ibrahim did, when he believed in God, took control of his life, and guaranteed his heart desires, the same way if we can trust God Almighty, He is going to take care of us.
“While encouraging cohesion and peaceful coexistence, we should all remember that Islam appreciates diversity in the society and thus the need for respect and tolerance among Muslims and between Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
“We charge all Nigerians to learn the habit of doing good at all times to promote peaceful coexistence in the country. Happy Eid-El-Kabir.”
