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 even as he solicited support for his administration.
In his message marking this year’s Eid-el-Maulud issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Monday, he wished Nigerians peace, happiness, and good health.
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The President noted 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 and provision of infrastructure, but added; “to be fully successful, the country needs the support and prayers of all citizens.’’
He further asked for prayers for the nation for peaceful electioneering as the nation journeys to democratic elections in 2019.
Buhari expressed the hope that the ceremony of Eid-el-Maulud would help to promote mutual harmony and tolerance among all Nigerians.
