Tinubu Urges Ramadan Values for Peace and Unity

In a statement issued on Friday, President Bola Tinubu called on Nigerians to embrace the values of patience, tolerance, and neighborliness during Ramadan, as he delivered his Eid el-Fitr address at Dodan Barrack in Lagos. He emphasized that the lessons from this holy season should extend beyond religious observance and serve as a foundation for nation-building.

Tinubu stressed that the development and progress of the nation depend on peace and harmonious coexistence among citizens. He highlighted the spirit of charity and kindness, urging citizens to maintain good behavior and love for one another beyond Ramadan.

The President noted that faith should focus on worshiping God while nurturing moral character, and he called for unity and tolerance among Nigeria's diverse population. The address was supported by various dignitaries, including Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and Grand Chief Imam Alhaji Sulaiman Oluwatoyin Abou Nolla, who reiterated the importance of peace and discipline in the nation.