NASS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, ENYIEKERE, GREETS NIGERIANS ON SALLAH, EMPHASISES IMPORTANCE OF SACRIFICE, DEDICATION TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Executive Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission, Chief Saviour Enyiekere has felicitated with Nigerians on the occasion of this year’s Eid el- Kabir celebration, stressing on the importance of sacrifice, love and dedication to national development. “On this joyous occasion of the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt congratulations to all Muslim faithfuls and indeed, all Nigerians as they commemorate this sacred festival of sacrifice, obedience, love , and devotion to Almighty God”, he declared, noting that Eid-el- Kabir was a significant period in the Islamic faith, reminding humanity of the virtues exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim — unwavering faith, selflessness, obedience, and total submission to the will of God. According to him, these enduring values continue to offer guidance and inspiration for building a virile, stronger, more united, and peaceful society where everyone will flourish in.
Speaking further, he said, “As we celebrate this important festival, I urge Nigerians, irrespective of religious, ethnic, or political affiliations, to embrace the spirit of sacrifice, tolerance, love, and mutual understanding in our nation’s journey towards national unity, peace and development”.
He also called on all Nigerians to strive to play their role towards the peace and development of the country. Eid-el-Kabir (also known as Eid al-Adha or the “Greater Eid”) is a major Islamic festival celebrated globally to honor Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham) willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of obedience to God. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s absolute faith and submission to Allah, who provided a ram to be sacrificed instead of his son. E. N. Anyigor. Director, Public Affairs. For: Executive Chairman