On the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, the National President of Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, Prince Mosediq Adeniji Kazeem, SAN, FCArb, has called on leaders and privileged citizens to show compassion and support for those in need. Acknowledging the economic challenges facing the country, Kazeem urged Nigerians to unite in solidarity, noting that many families are still grappling with rising costs of living, insecurity, and uncertainty about the future.
According to him, families are making extraordinary efforts to meet basic obligations and provide for their loved ones amid economic pressures and uncertainties.
In his words: “Many citizens remain concerned about issues affecting their daily lives, including the cost of living, security, social cohesion and opportunities for the future.
“As people of faith, we must not be indifferent to these realities. We must acknowledge them with sincerity and respond with compassion, understanding and a renewed sense of collective responsibility and purpose.”
He further stated that true devotion required discipline, patience and selflessness and reminded us of higher responsibilities owed to humanity and society.
Prince Kazeem reminded those entrusted with leadership that this season should serve as a reminder that public office remained a trust.
He advised citizens, to reject dishonesty, corruption, intolerance and actions that could undermine the progress and stability of the nation.
“For parents and guardians, it is a reminder of the responsibility to nurture future generations with sound values, discipline and education,” he added.
“For religious leaders and community leaders, it is a call to continue promoting moderation, peaceful coexistence and mutual understanding,” he added.
For those whom Allah has blessed with resources and opportunities, Kazeem said the celebration was an opportunity to extend support and kindness to the less privileged and vulnerable within our communities.
He, however, urged citizens to resist every tendency that could create divisions among the people.
He said: “We must choose dialogue over hostility, understanding over prejudice and cooperation over confrontation.”
According to him,
nations flourish when their citizens unite around common ideals and shared responsibilities.
“We therefore have a collective duty to build bridges of understanding across ethnic, religious and social boundaries”, he said.
He extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to all Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion of this year’s Eid-ul-Kabir celebration.
