A goodwill message on this year’s Eid-el-Kabir holiday by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, reads: “The All Progressives Congress (APC) felicitates Nigerians,
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of sacrifice and patience as the nation strives for a better society under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
especially our Muslim compatriots, on the auspicious occasion of Eid-al-Adha.
“Eid-al-Adha, otherwise known as Eid-el-Kabir or the Feast of Sacrifice, is a highly symbolic Islamic tradition and celebration that commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command.
“Aside from its significance of personal sacrifice, it also underscores Allah’s infinite capacity and willingness to divinely provide for mankind.
”The ruling party urged Nigerians to be more patient with the government, saying: “This year’s celebration remarkably coincides with a period in our nation’s history when our dear President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is taking some courageous and decisive steps to reposition our beloved country for rapid economic growth and wholesome greatness in line with his administration’s ‘Renewed Hope’ Agenda.
“We urge Nigerians to subscribe to the virtues of sacrifice and patience as we soldier on in our quest for a better Nigeria.
“We also enjoin our Muslim compatriots to continue to show compassion towards the needy and the less privileged among us as they celebrate.