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August 31, 2017 at 08:10PM
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Kess Ewubare
President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with Nigerians, particularly the Muslims faithful on the Eid-El- celebrations.
The president in a statement on Thursday, August 31, by his special adviser on media and publicity, Femi Adesina, extended the Sallah message to Muslims who are currently in Saudi Arabia to participate in the rites of the Hajj.
Buhari also expressed gratitude to Nigerians for praying for his recovery prior to his return from the UK where he had been on treatment.
He said: “From the outset, I want to use this opportunity to thank all Nigerians who prayed for my recovery and have continued to extend their goodwill and support after my return to the country.
"Indeed your fervent and sincere prayers, which cut across religion, political and ethnic divides, has energised me to re-dedicate myself and this administration to the task of building a great Nigeria.
The president appealed to Nigerians to strengthen the bonds of friendship and unity to keep the country together.
He expressed the believe that the country can make progress if all emulate Prophet (Abraham) Ibrahim, who through his sacrifice, patience, steadfastness, generosity and obedience to Allah's command and constituted authority.
He said: “We must learn to see ourselves as brothers and sisters from the same heritage, who must come to terms with the African proverb that ‘‘a family tie is like a tree, it can bend but it cannot break.’’
Buhari said his administration will continue put effort to make the country a dream Nigeria
"Once again, I assure you that this administration, which has made the security, economic well-being and prosperity of all Nigerians its priority, will not rest on its oars until we see the Nigeria of our dream. I wish everyone happy Sallah celebrations," he said.
Read Buhari's full message bellow:
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President Buhari delivers Sallah message to Nigerians, thanks all for fervent prayers
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