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Eid-el-Fitr: Tinubu felicitates Muslims, urges unity, national commitment

As Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, urging renewed commitment to the nation and humanity.

Tinubu enjoined Nigerian Muslims to rededicate themselves to the noble teachings of the holy month, which he said emphasise piety, empathy, and unity among humanity.

“We have a lot to draw from the noble lessons of Ramadan, especially at a time like this.

“We must continue to abide by the virtues of piety, selflessness, perseverance, kindness and compassion beyond this period,” he said in a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

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Tinubu urged all Muslim faithful to extend a hand of kindness to the needy of all faiths, to further show unity and camaraderie.

The president also tasked Muslim leaders to use the occasion to offer prayers for peace and prosperity to prevail in the country.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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