Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to embrace national unity, collective sacrifice, and continued support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in order to achieve lasting peace and prosperity in the country.
He urged Nigerians to look beyond their differences and work together for national progress.
The Vice President made the call on Friday during the Eid al-Adha prayers at the National Eid Ground along Airport Road, Abuja.
Speaking at the event, the Vice President described Eid al-Adha as a solemn occasion rooted in the legacy of Prophet Abraham’s obedience and sacrifice—values he said were essential to building a strong and united Nigeria.
“This is a period of sober reflection, a season of reaching out to the indigent among us, of building bridges of brotherhood and sisterhood. Life is a marathon, and as individuals, we can run faster, but we can wear out easily. But as a family, as a collective, as a nation, we can gain greater traction and reach our desired destination,” VP Shettima said.
He urged citizens to stand behind President Tinubu’s leadership, noting that the unity of purpose and shared sacrifice are vital in addressing issues like insecurity and poverty.
“What binds us together supersedes whatever that divides us. I wish to thank all Nigerians for their support and empathy, and call on all of us to coalesce into a single purse to confront all of our common challenges of insecurity, destitution, and so many other challenges.
“But be rest assured that no matter how long the night is, it must give way to the light of the dawn. We have crossed the Rubicon, and we are on the path to sustained peace and development,” the Vice President added.
The prayer was attended by senior government officials, including the Minister of Information & National Orientation, Mohammed Idris; Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari; Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Maigari Ahmadu; former Governor of Gombe State, Senator Danjuma Goje; religious leaders, and thousands of worshippers.
Stanley Nkwocha
Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media & Communications
(Office of The Vice President)
6th June, 2025
