By TINA TIMOTHY

The Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) has felicitated with Muslims on the Eid celebration coming up from Sunday to Tuesday June 17 to 18, 2024.

Its National President, Ambassador Emmanuel Obi Okafor, in a statement on Saturday, June 15, 2024 signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Brigadier General SK Usman (rtd) urged "all Nigerians to live in peace, embracing the spirit of tolerance, respect, and compassion towards one another."

The statement reads: "As Muslims around the world prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha, the National President of the Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), Ambassador EO Okafor mni, on behalf of the National Executive Committee and the entire AANI family, extends heartfelt congratulations to our Muslim members and the entire Nigerian Muslim community. Eid Mubarak.

"At this time of joyous celebration, it is imperative for all Nigerians to live in peace, embracing the spirit of tolerance, respect, and compassion towards one another."

The group, while commending Nigerians for their resilience and the military for their relentless efforts in ensuring safety despite economic challenges, called on the citizens to maintain their faith in the nation and "our members to continue being beacons of hope, generously offering their wealth of knowledge, expertise, and experience to positively impact our country."

"AANI wishes to commend the resilience and unwavering commitment of Nigerians to our beloved country despite the current economic challenges. We urge the populace to maintain their faith in the nation and implore leaders at all levels to strive tirelessly to enhance the wellbeing and prosperity of all citizens. We also extend our sincere appreciation to our military and security forces for their relentless efforts in ensuring the safety and security of our nation.

"Furthermore, AANI reiterates its support for the Government and all individuals and organizations dedicated to building a sustainable and prosperous future for Nigeria. We encourage our members to continue being beacons of hope, generously offering their wealth of knowledge, expertise, and experience to positively impact our country.

"As we celebrate this significant religious occasion, we wish everyone a peaceful and joyous Eid. May the lessons of Eid al-Adha—faith in God, tolerance, respect, compassion towards others, and the spirit of sacrifice – guide us towards creating a better society,” the group added.

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