The member representing Bichi Federal Constituency and the Chairman House Committee on Appropriation, Abubakar Kabir Bichi, has felicitated Muslims across Nigeria and beyond on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
The Independent Mirror reports that the in a statement on Friday, Bichi noted that Eid-el-Fitr marks the end of the successful completion Ramadan, a period devoted to fasting, prayer, sacrifice and spiritual reflection.
He urged Muslim faithful to sustain the devine teachings of honesty, compassion, commitment to family values and love for one another.
The lawmaker called on Nigerians, irrespective of religious and ethnic differences, to remain committed to peace, tolerance and mutual coexistence, stressing that unity remains the bedrock for securing the nation’s future.
Bichi said, “While I congratulate Muslims across Nigeria and beyond on this auspicious occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, I admonish Nigerians, particularly Muslim faithful to use this opportunity to pray for our dear nation.
“The most essential lessons of Ramadan after completing a month-long fast are fear of Allah, love for one another, empathy and care for the less privileged in our society.”
Hon. Bichi further urged all Nigerians to pray for the Nation’s leaders, particularly His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, asking Allah to grant him the wisdom, strength and ability to deliver on his mandate and reposition this country in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
He also expressed deep appreciation to the good people of Bichi Federal Constituency for their continued support, prayers and confidence in his leadership.
He reassured them of his unwavering commitment to effective presentation, responsive leadership and the delivery of more democratic dividends to improve their lives.
“Happy Eid-el-Fitr to all Muslim faithful. May Allah accept our ibadah. Amin.”
