The LP leader encouraged Muslims to find strength in the teachings of Prophet Ibrahim.
In a statement delivered by Tanko Yusuf, the Spokesman for the Peter Obi Presidential Campaign Council, Obi expressed his hope that the celebration would bring everyone closer to Allah.
He urged Muslims to draw inspiration from Prophet Ibrahim’s “unwavering trust in Allah, his courage, and his willingness to sacrifice for the greater good.”
Obi’s message included, “My dear Muslim brothers and sisters, as we gather to celebrate Eid-al-Adha, the feast of sacrifice, I extend my warmest wishes to you all.
“May this Sallah bring us all closer to Allah, to one another, and to our true potential as individuals and as a nation.
“Amid challenges and uncertainties, let us draw strength from our faith and the teachings of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him).
“His unwavering trust in Allah, his courage, and his willingness to sacrifice for the greater good are objects of inspiration to us all.
“As we celebrate, let us strive to be a source of hope, comfort, and support to those around us.
“May Allah accept our prayers, fasting, and charity, and may He grant us the wisdom to walk in His path, the courage to stand for what is right, and the grace to be a blessing to our communities.”