From Celestine Ihejirika, Jalingo
Muslims in Taraba State have been called upon to sustain the virtues of Ramadan and continue to pray for peace in the state and across Nigeria as the 2026 Eid-el-Fitr is celebrated.
The State ALGON Chairman and Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Area, Hon. Moses Maihankali, made the appeal in a congratulatory message to the Muslim Ummah on the successful completion of the religious obligation.
“I join you with heartfelt joy as we celebrate Eid-El-Fitr, the blessed festival that marks the successful completion of the sacred month of Ramadan.
“This occasion is a profound reminder of the power of faith, discipline, selflessness and unwavering devotion of Almighty Allah.
“Throughout Ramadan, you have fasted, prayed, given charity and drawn closer to God embodying values that inspire not only the muslim Ummah but every person of goodwill. These lessons of compassion, humility, patience, and solidarity must not end with the month, may they continue to guide our hearts, our actions and our shared life as Tarabans.”
Maihankali further observed that “in these challenging times, for our nation, let the spirit of the holy month strenghthen our resolve to stand together as a people.
“Let us extend hands of kindness to the vulnerable, promote peace across our communities, reject division in all its forms, pray for administration of governor Agbu Kefas and work tirelessly for a just, equitable and prosperous Taraba and Nigeria where every citizen thrives.
“I pray that Almighty Allah shower his boundless mercy upon you and grants us all lasting pace, unity and progress.”
He also urged residents of the state to continue praying fervently for sustained peace and for the administrations of Dr. Agbu Kefas and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
