Eid-el-Kabir: Gov Aliyu Urges Muslims to Support Vulnerable Groups in Sokoto

Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has called on Muslims who can afford sacrificial animals to extend support to vulnerable groups during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.

The governor made the appeal in his Eid-el-Kabir message to the people of the state, stressing the need for compassion and generosity during the festive period.

According to him, sharing sacrificial meat with the less privileged would bring relief to vulnerable persons and strengthen the spirit of unity within communities.

Governor Aliyu noted that although the state government had already distributed sacrificial animals to vulnerable groups, individuals who slaughter animals for the celebration should also remember the needy.

“Sharing your meat with vulnerable groups, apart from attracting rewards from Almighty Allah, will give them a sense of belonging,” the governor said.

“During Eid festivities, we are encouraged to show love and care for one another, especially our neighbours,” he added.

The governor reminded Muslims that Islam clearly prescribes how sacrificial meat should be shared and urged residents to comply with the teachings in the interest of humanity.

“The well-to-do among us need to emulate the state government in supporting the less privileged, the needy, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and persons living with disabilities,” he stated.

Governor Aliyu disclosed that the state government spends huge sums annually to support Muslim clerics, the needy, IDPs, and persons with disabilities to enable them celebrate Eid-el-Kabir comfortably.

“As Muslims, we have to be helpful and supportive to one another, especially in times of need such as this,” he said.

The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare and well-being of the people of Sokoto State.

He also urged residents to use the Eid prayer sessions to pray for lasting peace and an end to insecurity in parts of the state, assuring them of his administration’s determination to tackle banditry.

Governor Aliyu further appealed to the people to continue praying for the success of his administration in delivering democratic dividends across the state.

He also called on Nigerian pilgrims currently in Saudi Arabia to pray fervently for Nigeria to overcome its challenges.

The governor prayed for a peaceful and successful Eid-el-Kabir celebration for all Muslims.