The Deputy Speaker House of Representatives,Benjamin Kalu has felicitated with Nigerian Muslims on the celebration of this year’s Eid-Al-Adha and called on them and other Nigerians to show more love and be more patriotic.
In a statement by his media office on Tuesday, he stressed the need for Nigerians to show more love, patriotism, respect for each other, and as well as engage in fervent prayers.
He said, Nigerians should remain patriotic and peace-loving while praying for the tranquility and prosperity of Nigeria and urged them to engage in good deeds and humanitarian services, by supporting the less privileged in the society.
Kalu further called on them to be more tolerant with each other irrespective of religious, political or ethnic affinities and expressed optimism that there would be a restoration of peace and prosperity for Nigeria despite its current challenges.
The Deputy Speaker said, “In the spirit of this special occasion, I urge Muslims, and indeed all Nigerians, to uphold lessons of love, loyalty and sacrifice which are the foundation of the festival, during and after the festivities.
“This is a time for all of us to go out to reiterate our belief in Nigeria, as well as engage in acts that can solidify the peace, unity and prosperity of the nation.
“I appeal to Nigerians to continue to positively supplement the efforts of the three tiers of government, security agencies and other critical stakeholders, to ensure peace, unity and security of the nation.
“I am hopeful that the prayers that come with this great celebration will bring about peace, unity and progress in Nigeria. I wish our Muslims brothers and sisters a peaceful Sallah celebration.”
