Eid-el-Kabir: A Time For Reflection, Sacrifice, And Leadership – Peter Obi
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has congratulated Muslims on the celebration of Ei-el-Kabir.
In a statement on Friday, Obi said the solemn festivity reminds us of the enduring power of faith, obedience, and selflessness.
The former Anambra State governor prayed that the celebration offer opportunity for Nigerian leaders at all levels to reflect on the noble virtues of leadership
His statement reads, “As our Muslim brothers and sisters celebrate Eid al-Adha, I join them in thanking Almighty Allah for the grace of sacrifice, unity, and peace that this sacred occasion represents. This solemn festivity reminds us of the enduring power of faith, obedience, and selflessness.
“This celebration is also a time for deep reflection on the values that bind us as a people – compassion, justice, and a shared responsibility for one another, especially the most vulnerable in our midst.
“May it especially be an opportunity for our leaders at all levels to reflect on the noble virtues of leadership – sacrifice, accountability, humility, and service – and apply them becomingly in the discharge of public duty.
“I wish all Nigerians a peaceful and joyful Sallah. May this season renew our collective hope, strengthen our unity, and inspire us all to work toward a better, more inclusive Nigeria. Eid Mubarak!”
The Eid-el-Kabir is a major religious festivity to commemorate the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as an act of obedience to Allah.
