Director of Governmental Relations in the Guild of Interfaith Media Practitioners Nigeria (GIMP), Mallam Abdullahi Idris has said that Eid-ul-Adha, which comes up tomorrow, June 6, is not only a time for sacrifice and devotion but also an opportunity to embody the values of compassion, generosity and peaceful coexistence.
Idris, who is also a member of the GIMP’s Governing Board, in a statement today, June 5, stressed the importance of inclusive charity and compassion during Eid, a virtue which he said is the hallmark of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
“We encourage all Muslims to offer charity and goodwill to the less privileged in their communities, regardless of their religious background.”
He said that such gestures would foster national unity and uphold the Islamic principles of mercy and justice. According to him, Prophet Muhammad consistently demonstrated kindness to people of other faiths, especially during festive periods, thereby setting a timeless example for Muslims worldwide.
He advised Muslims to extend acts of kindness and religious tolerance to their non-Muslim neighbors in the spirit of the sacred celebration.
He also called on Islamic scholars, community leaders and media professionals to amplify messages of peace and tolerance during the Eid season.
He explained that Nigeria’s strength lies in its diversity.
The Guild of Interfaith Media Practitioners is a non-partisan, non-governmental organization that works to promote peacebuilding, tolerance, and religious harmony through ethical media engagement and dialogue across Nigeria.
