On the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration, Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has enjoined Muslims, and indeed all Nigerians, to remain committed to God in prayers for the peace, unity, security and progress of the country.

In his Sallah Message, Gov. Ugwuanyi felicitated with all Muslim faithful, wishing them the blessings and guidance of Allah.

The governor urged Nigerians to embrace the cherished virtues of love, peace, charity and sacrifice as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Mohammed.

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He stressed that the significance of the Islamic celebration has a huge positive impact in enhancing the peace, unity and progress of Nigeria as well as the nation’s efforts in surmounting its security, socio-economic and public health challenges.

Gov. Ugwuanyi who called for a secure, peaceful and healthy celebration, advised Nigerians to stay safe and adhere strictly to all precautionary measures put in place to contain the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.