”Yes, things are tough, but Allah has ordained us to make
sacrifices, to discipline ourselves, help others, and be kind to ourselves.
”May Almighty God, that gave us this opportunity, strengthen
our resolve; help us change our country, and extend our love to our neighbours.
”We face challenges of kidnapping, banditry, and others. May
Allah show mercy on all of us, the dead, and accept our good deeds.
”May Almighty Allah give us strength and a good life to see
the month of Ramadan through and to continue in good faith to worship him. I
advise all of us to continue to pray for our country.”
The president told the Islamic clerics that God has given
them the wisdom, knowledge, and heart to teach others, emphasising the
importance of teaching forgiveness, patience, and endurance to the faithful, as
well as sharing their blessings with others.
”It is in our hearts to make sacrifices and share whatever
little we have with our brothers and sisters. Be kind and humble enough. The
sacrifice that this period teaches us is enough,” he added.
”May Almighty Allah grant us the privilege and the strength;
not the strength of hunger but the strength of character and attitude to love
our country and make Nigeria great. As-Salaam-Alaikum.”
Abdulwahid Suleiman, chief imam of the State House mosque,
asked Nigerians to continue to pray for the leaders in their efforts at solving
challenges facing the country.
“Allah has made you the leader of Nigeria today, may he give
you the guidance, wisdom and foresight to steer the affairs of the citizens,”
he said.
Suleiman assured the president of the continous support of
the Muslim community to his administration, adding that it is only God that
gives power to whomever He wants.
