The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on Nigerians to intensify prayers for the nation’s leaders and commit themselves to peace, unity, and national development.
Delivering his Eid-el-Kabir message shortly after leading the Sallah prayer on Friday at his palace in Sokoto, the Sultan stressed the critical need for spiritual support for the country’s leadership amid prevailing socio-economic and security challenges.
“Our leaders need our prayers now more than ever,” he said. “The best way we can support them is by obeying the laws of the land and fostering peace and unity among ourselves.”
The Sultan, widely respected for his voice of moderation and advocacy, commended security agencies for their ongoing efforts to stabilize the country but expressed concern over continued insecurity in some regions. He urged the security architecture to intensify operations aimed at protecting all communities.
Addressing Nigeria’s economic realities, the monarch also encouraged a national return to agriculture, especially with the onset of the rainy season, emphasizing farming as a dependable path to self-sufficiency and food security.
“In these difficult times, farming remains a reliable tool for survival and national resilience. Let us return to the land,” the Sultan advised.
In a compassionate turn, the Sultan extended condolences to victims of the recent flood in Mokwa, Niger State, which claimed lives and displaced numerous residents. He prayed for the souls of the deceased and urged urgent intervention from both state and federal authorities to support affected families.
“We pray against such calamities in the future and call on relevant agencies to swiftly assist the survivors,” he said.
Known for his unyielding commitment to national cohesion, the Sultan's Sallah message once again underlined the importance of unity, mutual respect, and shared responsibility among Nigerians, especially during festive periods that symbolize sacrifice and compassion.
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