By Gloria Ikibah
The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, has congratulated Muslims as they mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir.
In his congratulatory message to Muslims, signed by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Speaker Abbas, said the celebration is about total submission to higher authority, sacrifice, and charity, even as he urged Nigerians to imbibe these virtues in their daily lives.
According to him, the celebration has a major significance in the life of Muslims, as it reminds the people of the supremacy of Allah and the importance of sacrifice.
He therefore urged Nigerians, especially Muslims, to use this period for sober reflection and be their brother’s keeper at all times.
Speaker Abbas also called on Nigerians to continue praying for their leaders, while urging them to be supportive and cooperative for a better Nigeria.
He wished Muslims happy celebrations, prayed to Allah to accept their sacrifices.