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Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, representing Ogun East Senatorial District, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful across his constituency as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.
He recently celebrated Muslims all over Nigeria as they enjoy the Sallah celebrations.
Speaking via a press statement, Senator Daniel highlighted the spiritual significance of the occasion while relating it to Nigeria’s current problems and future prospects.
The former Ogun State Governor revealed that the Eid al-Mubarak celebration is proof of the power of perseverance and penitence, and he can only wish every Muslim faithful God’s everlasting provision.
Emphasising that there is light at the end of the country’s dark tunnel, he urged Nigerians to keep doing their best to guarantee a prosperous nation in the near future.
He used the celebration to call for unity and togetherness among the people amid the current struggles toward national development.
“The celebration of Eid Mubarak is a testimony to the power of endurance, obedience and penitence. Like every tunnel of darkness, there is a light at the end.
As we all continue to do our best for a wonderful and prosperous country, I wish all Muslim faithful a wonderful celebration and God’s unending provision. Barka de Sallah,” he said.
The Eid-el-Kabir celebration, a.k.a the Festival of Sacrifice, celebrates Prophet Ibrahim’s readiness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command. It is observed by Muslims all across the globe through prayers, feasting, and acts of generosity.
Otunba Gbenga Daniel’s message reiterates the spirit of religious tolerance that characterizes the country’s diverse society, especially during religious celebrations that unite communities across different ethnic and religious lines.
