As Muslims in Rivers State and around the world prepare to mark the revered Eid-el-Kabir festival, suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has conveyed heartfelt greetings to the Muslim community, urging reflection on the deeper values the celebration represents.

In his message, Governor Fubara encouraged Muslims to embrace the core principles of the festival—sacrifice, obedience, and faith—highlighting how these values are essential not only to personal spiritual growth but also to the collective progress of the nation. He stressed the need for renewed dedication to forgiveness, compassion, and unity, particularly during these trying times marked by insecurity and economic hardship in Nigeria.

The Governor called on Muslims to use the Eid occasion as an opportunity to offer prayers for peace, stability, and prosperity across the nation. He emphasized that national unity and progress depend heavily on the collective sacrifices and shared vision of its people. By upholding these spiritual and civic values, Fubara believes Nigeria can overcome its current difficulties.

Fubara also urged the faithful to show empathy toward the less privileged by reaching out with acts of kindness and generosity, in line with the festival’s tradition of charity. He acknowledged the resilience and patience of the people of Rivers State and expressed gratitude for their continued support during a period of political and economic challenges.

Reaffirming his commitment to good governance, Fubara assured residents that efforts are ongoing to restore stability and revive the state’s economy. He appealed for continued prayers for the success of Rivers State and the wellbeing of all its inhabitants.

Concluding his message, the Governor wished all Muslim faithful a peaceful, joyful, and spiritually enriching Eid-el-Kabir celebration—one that honors the profound legacy of Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience and devotion to God, as exemplified through the ritual of sacrifice and acts of generosity.