A former member of the House of Representatives, Shina Peller, has called on Nigerian Muslims to embrace kindness and peaceful coexistence with individuals of other faiths.
In his goodwill message commemorating the Eid-ul-Adha, on Sunday, Peller emphasised the significance of embracing goodwill, compassion, and reflection embodied by the sacred celebration.
He stated, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all members of the Muslim Community, as well as Christians and all believers on this occasion of the Eid-ul-Adha.
“In this auspicious moment of spiritual significance and communal unity, I urge everyone to embrace the essence of goodwill, compassion, and reflection that Eid-ul-Adha embodies.”
He also reminded all of the teachings of sacrifice, empathy, and charity illustrated through Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering devotion to fulfilling Allah’s command.
He charged individuals from all faiths to internalise these virtues, incorporating them into their daily lives and interactions with others.
Peller also urged everyone to embrace unity, kindness, and understanding amidst Nigeria’s diverse populace.
He emphasised the need to reach out and extend support to those in need and the less fortunate, adding that spreading joy through acts of generosity and benevolence will make the celebration worthwhile for all.
He further envisioned a time of spiritual renewal, personal growth, and collective harmony, calling on individuals to recommit themselves to values of compassion, peace, and mutual respect, fostering a society characterized by inclusivity and empathy.
He added, “As we mark this sacred occasion, let us remember the teachings of sacrifice, empathy, and charity exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) willingness to submit to Allah’s command by sacrificing his only son Prophet Ismail (AS). Let us draw inspiration from his unwavering faith and commitment to righteousness, embodying these virtues in our daily lives and interactions with others.
“In the spirit of Eid-ul-Adha, I encourage everyone to make the most of this reflective period by fostering unity, kindness, peaceful coexistence and understanding within our diverse communities in Nigeria. Let us seize this opportunity to reach out to those in need, offer support to the less fortunate, and spread joy through acts of generosity and benevolence.
“May this Eid-ul-Adha be a time of spiritual renewal, personal growth, and collective harmony. Let us reaffirm our commitment to compassion, peace, and mutual respect, making this moment truly count in building a more inclusive and compassionate society.”
