Read President Buhari's Eid el fitr message to Nigerians

I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially the Muslim Ummah, on the

occasion of this year’s Eid El Fitr, which marks the completion of the
Ramadan fast. I congratulate Muslims in Nigeria and around the world on
the successful completion of this month-long spiritual journey of fasting,
prayer and almsgiving in obedience to the Divine Command.
I sincerely pray that the Almighty Allah will reward our sacrifices with increased
blessing and a more prosperous future.
On this happy occasion, it is my strong belief that all true followers of Islam
have been rejuvenated on the true meaning and essence of life and through the
teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), we have learnt to imbibe the virtues of
piety, sacrifice, love, self-denial and good conduct in our daily relationship with
one another.
As we celebrate another Eid El Fitr, I admonish all patriotic Nigerians to uphold
these lessons and also appreciate the numerous material and human blessings
God has endowed us with.
Let us learn to show gratitude, respect and tolerance to one other, irrespective
of our religion, tribe, language and political leanings, as we forge ahead to build
on our strengths and opportunities to make Nigeria great again.
On Monday this week, the Vice President, the Speaker of the House of
Representatives and other government officials joined me to host Iftar reception
at the State House with Nigerians of different backgrounds including Internally
Displaced Persons (IDPs), artisans and Physically-challenged persons.
Like I said during the reception, I want to once again appeal to those of us who
have the means, to remember the millions of Nigerians who are suffering
deprivation because of violence perpetrated by terrorists.
I am not unaware of what Nigerians are going through and I want to use this
medium to commend the amazing sacrifices of Nigerians in the face of the
temporary economic and social challenges and also reassure Nigerians that my
administration is working assiduously towards providing basic needs and other
amenities.
Let me also use this opportunity to reaffirm that we will not relent in the fight
against corruption and we will ensure that all appropriate and legal measures
are deplored to root out this malaise.
I commend the Armed Forces and security agencies for the gains recorded in the
fight against terrorists and the rescue of hostages in the North East part of the
country.
I also appeal for the support, understanding and patience of all Nigerians and
our international partners as we explore the fastest means to end the economic
sabotage in the Niger Delta and amicably resolve the conflicts within the region.
I promise you all better days ahead even as we remain grateful for your
unflinching support to our administration.
Happy Eid El Fitr celebration and May the Almighty Allah continue to bless our
nation.
Eid Mubarak!