Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi have delivered a poignant message to Nigerians on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, urging them to maintain trust in God despite ongoing economic challenges.

Specifically, in his Eid-el-Kabir message released on his social media X handle today, Atiku underscored the significance of trusting in God's guidance and extending compassion to those in need, especially during tough times.

He said:

"The essence of Eid al-Adha is a reminder of God's commandment to love one another and uphold peaceful relationships.

"Even amidst the current hardships facing many Nigerians, it is crucial that we continue to place our trust in God and extend compassion and support to the vulnerable among us."

Atiku further emphasized that the government at all levels should draw inspiration from the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir by alleviating the hardships faced by Nigerians, as reported by The Guardian.

He said: "As we celebrate today, it is imperative that governments prioritize minimizing the hardships faced by the people, reflecting the divine directive of mercy and compassion."

Reflecting on the significance of Eid-el-Kabir, Atiku called upon Muslims to emulate the exemplary lives of Prophet Ibrahim and Prophet Muhammad (SAW) by promoting peace and goodwill in society.

He said: "The festivities today are rooted in the obedience of Prophet Ibrahim and exemplified by Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

"As Muslims, it is our duty to uphold peace in our actions and interactions, thereby reflecting their noble examples."

Peter Obi on his part, highlighted the enduring lessons of trust, courage, and sacrifice exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim.

"Amid challenges and uncertainties, let us draw strength from our faith and the teachings of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him).

"His unwavering trust in Allah, his courage, and his willingness to sacrifice for the greater good are objects of inspiration to us all."

My dear Muslim brothers and sisters,

As we gather to celebrate Eid-al-Adha, the feast of sacrifice, I want to extend my warmest wishes to you all. May this Sallah bring us all closer to Allah, to one another, and to our true potentials as individuals and as a nation.

— Peter Obi (@PeterObi) June 16, 2024

The message of Eid al-Adha is to remind ourselves of God's commandment to show love to one another and uphold peaceful interpersonal relationships.

The essential purpose of that message is that we must put our trust in God Almighty at all times.

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— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) June 16, 2024