Date: 2014-07-27

Alhamdulillah! Happy Eid-Fitr to all Muslim faithful in Nigeria; an illustrious celebration that marks the success of the Holy Month of Ramadan among Muslims across the world.

The Holy Month of Ramadan affords us the golden opportunity of renewal in thoughts and deeds towards our Creator and humanity by prioritizing core themes of Islam which include peace, boundless love for one another, sincerity, holiness and respect for humanity.

Importantly, the fore mentioned themes should not end with the month of Ramadan but they should be effortlessly demonstrated after Ramadan in order to ameliorate Nigeria's plight and make her into a better society where her current challenges of insecurity, disrespect for rule of law, corruption among others will become things of the past.

Even as I urge Islamic religious leaders from the Emirs, to Sheiks, and Imams to further emphasize the core themes of Islam to their followers after Ramadan; I also urge us let our fervent prayers for Nigeria exceed Ramadan season. Lets continue to pray for peace, restoration and stability in Nigeria particularly as 2015 is approaching.

Ahead of 2015, I want to use this annual occasion to implore Nigerians not to give up in the quest for a better nation, let not give in for a leadership based on sympathy and monetary value we stand to gain but on ground of competence and strong will to take Nigeria to a greater height. Lets ensure we stay very united and indivisible by religion, ethnic, moral or political lines; because unity is a strong weapon for a better nation.

On behalf of the people of Kwara central and Senate Committee on Environment, I wish you all Happy Eid -el-Fitr celebrations.

Signed
Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki
Turaki of Ilorin