President Muhammadu Buhari has extended greetings to entire Nigerian citizens and Muslims on the occasion of the Eid-el-Maulud; the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
In his message to mark this year’s Eid-el-Maulud by his senior special assistant on media and publicity, Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Monday, Mr Buhari wished all citizens peace, happiness, and good health.
He said that the nation was making great progress under the APC-led federal government in dealing with issues of security, the war against corruption, the reform and restructuring of the economy.
While noting the provision of infrastructure by the government, the president said: “But to be fully successful, the country needs the support and prayers of all citizens.’’
He also asked for prayers for Nigeria for peaceful electioneering as the nation embarks on the journey to democratic elections in 2019.
Mr Buhari expressed the hope that the important Islamic ceremony of Eid-el-Maulud would help to promote mutual harmony and tolerance among all Nigerians.
(NAN)