Eid-el-Kabir: Yilwatda Celebrates Muslims, advocates support for Tinubu’s reforms

*Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the governing All Progressives Congress, urges Nigerians, particularly the Muslim Ummah, to continue to promote peaceful coexistence, national unity and harmony across ethnic, religious and political lines in the country

Isola Moses | ConsumerConnect

Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC), has congratulated all Nigerian Muslim brothers and sisters on the celebration of the 2026 Eid el-Kabir celebrations.

Yilwatda described the occasion as a sacred festival of faith, sacrifice, obedience, love and devotion to Almighty Allah.

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The National Chairman of APC also urged the Muslim communities in the country to support the ongoing reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

Prof. Yilwatda as well averred that Eid el-Kabir remains one of the most significant celebrations in Islam, symbolising the virtues of selflessness, unity, compassion, tolerance and total submission to the will of God, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim.

Yilwatda, who said this in a statement Abimbola Tooki, his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy issued Tuesday, May 26, 2026, noted the spiritual lessons of the celebration are highly relevant to Nigeria at this critical stage of national development.

He emphasised that sacrifice, patience, perseverance and collective responsibility are essential ingredients needed to build a stronger, more united and prosperous nation.

The National Chairman of APC, therefore, urged Nigerians, particularly the Muslim Ummah, to continue to promote peaceful coexistence, national unity and harmony across ethnic, religious and political lines.

According to him, Sallah celebrations should further strengthen the bonds of love, understanding and brotherhood among Nigerians.

Prof. Yilwatda as urged the Muslim community, and Nigerians at large to continue to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and its ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the country for sustainable economic growth, improved infrastructure, national security, job creation and long-term prosperity.

Though the reforms may require patience and shared sacrifice, they are necessary steps towards restoring economic stability, strengthening institutions and securing a brighter future for generations yet unborn, Prof. Yilwatda stated.

The APC National Chairman expressed confidence that under the leadership of President Tinubu, Nigeria would emerge stronger, more resilient and economically competitive among the comity of nations.

He further appealed to Nigerians to use the Eid celebration to offer fervent prayers for the peace, unity, security and progress of the country, as well as for wisdom and divine guidance for leaders at all levels.

Yilwatda prayed that Almighty Allah accepts the sacrifices, supplications and acts of worship of all the faithful, and grants every family peace, joy, good health and abundant blessings during and after the celebration.

He wished all Muslim faithful across Nigeria and beyond a peaceful, prosperous and memorable Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.

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