By Abdullahi Alhassan
Borno, Nigeria, May 27, 2026(Series News Online)— Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has extended Eid al-Adha felicitations to Muslims in the state and across Nigeria as they mark the “Festival of Sacrifice.”
Governor Zulum, who is currently in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage, described Eid al-Adha as a solemn period for reflection on sacrifice, selflessness, compassion, and devotion.
“Eid al-Adha is a solemn occasion for Muslims to reflect on the virtues of sacrifice, selflessness, compassion, and devotion as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS),” Zulum said in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya.
He noted that the festival should inspire Muslims to renew their commitment to assisting the underprivileged and upholding the principles of love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence.
“The festive period serves as a reminder for Muslims to recommit themselves to supporting the less privileged and promoting the values of love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence,” he stated.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to maintaining peace and security across Borno, with emphasis on resettled communities and support for displaced persons, refugees, and returnees.
“We will continue to work very closely with the military and other security agencies as well as volunteer forces to ensure peace and tranquility prevail in our communities. My administration’s commitment to security is second to none,” Zulum assured.
He pledged to accelerate community resettlement and expand economic empowerment programmes for vulnerable citizens before the end of his tenure.
“I want to assure you that more communities will be resettled before the end of our administration, Insha Allah. We will continue to roll out empowerment initiatives to vulnerable and displaced persons to become productive members of society,” he said.
Governor Zulum also gave assurances that all ongoing development projects in the state would be completed before his administration leaves office.
“I want to reassure citizens of my administration’s resolve to complete ongoing developmental projects across the state before the expiration of my tenure,” he said.
He commended the leadership and members of the All Progressives Congress for the peaceful conduct of the party’s recent primary elections across all levels in the state.
“The recently conducted primary election by our great political party, the APC, from the state constituency to the presidential level, demonstrated unity and solidarity among aspirants, leaders, and members without any rancour, underscoring cohesion in the party,” he stated.
Governor Zulum appealed to citizens to sustain prayers for lasting peace in Borno and Nigeria, and called for orderly conduct ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“I call on citizens to continue praying for sustainable peace in Borno State and Nigeria at large, while also urging for peaceful conduct ahead of the 2027 general elections,” he said.
He wished Muslims in Borno and beyond a peaceful and joyous Eid al-Adha celebration and extended special prayers to pilgrims from the state.
“I wish Muslims in Borno State and beyond a peaceful and joyous Eid al-Adha celebration and Hajj Mabroor to Borno pilgrims in the holy land,” he said.
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