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The Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, has declared that Eid-el-Fitr festival is not just a celebration.
Obasa noted that Eid-el-Fitr festival is a reminder of the values of sacrifice, compassion, and unity that Ramadan fast instills.
He made these declarations in a statement issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Dave Agboola and made available to DAILY POST on Thursday.
DAILY POST reports that the federal government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has declared Thursday and Friday as the public holidays for Eid-el-Fitr festival celebration.
Obasa while facilitating with the Muslims on the occasion of the festival, reminded them that the festival is not about celebration alone.
He said that it is an avenue to remind the Muslims of the values of sacrifice, compassion and unity that Ramadan instills.
He described the festival as a season of joy, renewal, and gratitude.
Obasa admonished Nigerians to remain steadfast in supporting Tinubu.
He added that Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda is already delivering measurable progress.
The statement reads, “Obasa, has extended warm greetings to the faithful, describing the festival as a season of joy, renewal, and gratitude.
“Obasa described Eid-el-Fitr as “not just a celebration; it is a reminder of the values of sacrifice, compassion, and unity that Ramadan instills.
“As our dear President steers the ship of Nigeria to the Promised Land, it is our duty as citizens to stand by him with prayers, encouragement, and unwavering support.”
In much of northern Nigeria, Sallah is not only observed, but it is also watched. Attendance, positioning, and participation often carry meaning beyond ritual.
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The community leaders lamented decades of poor leadership and called on federal and state governments to repair critical infrastructure, including the Shintaku–Gboloko–Oguma road.
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