Eid Al-Fitri: Abatemi-Usman calls for unity, love among Nigerians

Senator Nurudeen Abatemi-Usman representing Kogi Central Senatorial district on the platform of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on Nigerians to continue to show love and affection for one another in the interest of peace and unity in the country.

The call was contained in a statement issued from the office of the Senator to congratulate Nigerians particularly the Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitri.

The youngest Senator in the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly urged his fellow Muslim brothers to endeavour to sustain the basic lessons of the Ramadan Fast, which according to him, include among others mutual love, selflessness and the fear of God.

The statement reads in part: “I wish to felicitate with the entire Muslim world on the Feast of Breakfast (Eid Al-Fitr). May I remind us all that at this chequered period of our national life, it is expedient, more than it has ever been, to, amidst the euphoria of the festivity sustain the lessons of the Ramadan Fast.

“In particular, we need carry on, in all facets of our life, the basic lesson of God-consciousness through mutual and neighbourly love, selflessness and righteousness which are, indeed, the virtues for nation building.”

It added that, “Nigerians must endeavour to always be their brothers’ keeper. It is only via sincere love and affection for one another that we can continue to live in harmony and unity.

“This Sallah celebration should be seen as another opportunity to reconcile our differences to pave way for peace in the society, which is a major factor for the growth and development of any country.”