Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has asked Nigerians to cheer up as better days are coming.
In a message to Muslims across Nigeria, especially those resident in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja as they mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, the minister asked Nigerian to reflect on the lessons of the festival and the teachings of the doctrine of Islamic faith, which is premised on sacrifice and peace.
He cited the story of Prophet Ibrahim who attempted to sacrifice his only son, culminating into the celebration of Eid-al-Adha to commemorate his (Ibrahim’s) willingness to follow God’s command to sacrifice his son.
Muhammad Bello asked Nigerians to use the occasion to foster unity by making sacrifices in the spirit of the sacrifice made by Prophet Ibrahim.
The Minister stressed the importance of people living selfless life with love and sacrifice even as he called on all residents of FCT to be law-abiding as his Administration is out to implement the Change Agenda.
Muhammad Bello enjoined Nigerians, irrespective of their religious and political inclinations, to continue to live in peace and harmony with one another.
“We should be our brothers’ keeper.”
He appealed for greater unity, love and peaceful co-existence among Nigerians as well as total support for President Buhari’s administration in its fight against corruption and plans to grow the economy and take it out of recession.
The Minister also called for prayers for the success of the country’s leadership under President Buhari, for Allah’s guidance, protection and wisdom to steer the affairs of the nation. [myad]
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