Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed; the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh; Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike; and Vice President of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, congratulated Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the occasion of the celebration of Eid-el-Maulud 2026, urging them to embrace peace, compassion, unity and peaceful coexistence.
Governor Bala, in a goodwill message on the occasion of the birth celebration of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), urged Muslim faithful to intensify prayers for peace, security and economic prosperity in Bauchi State and Nigeria, especially in view of the prevailing national challenges.
He expressed his gratitude to Almighty Allah (SWT) for providing the people with the opportunity to witness another celebration and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustain his development agenda till the end of his tenure.
According to him, ongoing investments in critical sectors including healthcare, education, agriculture and infrastructure will continue to receive priority attention as his administration remains determined to complete ongoing projects and deliver a lasting legacy of development and prosperity to the people of Bauchi State.
The Governor also called on Muslims and all citizens to reflect on the virtues of peace, love, honesty, patience, humility and altruism exemplified by the Prophet Muhammad, stressing that the ethnic, cultural and religious diversity of Bauchi State remains its greatest strength and not a source of division.
“Bauchi State has been blessed with a rich diversity of people and traditions. We must continue to appreciate our differences, reject prejudices and reach out in solidarity with each other, regardless of our religious or ethnic background. Our collective progress depends on our ability to live together in peace and harmony,” he said.
Likewise, the Vice President of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, congratulated the Muslim community on the celebration and urged them to maintain prayers for peace, prosperity and progress in Nigeria.
Kalu described Eid-el-Maulud as an important occasion to reflect on the exemplary life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly his virtues of humility, compassion, forgiveness, tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
He encouraged Muslims to be inspired by these values and demonstrate them in their daily lives by showing love, kindness and understanding to each other.
Furthermore, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, urged Nigerians to embrace mercy, compassion and peaceful coexistence as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Maulud.
Okoh called on Muslim worshipers to use the occasion to reflect on the values associated with the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, including mercy, justice, compassion for the poor and vulnerable, honesty and peaceful coexistence.
According to him, the values are particularly relevant at a time when Nigerians are facing economic hardship and insecurity.
“This celebration comes at a difficult time for many Nigerians. The pressure of rising costs of living and insecurity is being felt in homes and communities across the country. People are tired of promises; they want to see their lives improve,” he said.
The CAN President urged the Federal Government and leaders at all levels to go beyond promises and take concrete steps to improve the well-being and security of citizens.
He also warned politicians against exploiting religious and ethnic differences for political advantage ahead of the 2027 general elections, and urged Christians and Muslims to resist attempts by political actors to divide them.
“As we approach the 2027 elections, I also appeal to politicians not to exploit religion or ethnicity for political advantage. Elections will come and go, but the bonds that hold Nigeria together must remain,” Okoh said.
Meanwhile, FCT Minister Barr. Nyesom Wike, congratulated by Muslim faithful in the FCT and across Nigeria, described the celebration as a sacred period for reflection on peace, compassion, sacrifice, patience, tolerance and fellowship.
Wike said the FCT was established on the principles of unity and tolerance and urged residents to exhibit those values in their daily interactions.
“The FCT was built on the foundation of unity, diversity and tolerance for all Nigerians.
“We need to embrace the true meaning and virtues of sacrifice, patience, tolerance and companionship in our daily interactions,” he said.
The Minister also assured residents and visitors that there will be adequate security during the festive period and beyond, and called on the public to support security agencies by providing useful information to help keep communities safe.
“May the lessons of Eid-el-Maulud bring peace to our homes, progress to our communities and continued prosperity to the Federal Capital Territory and Nigeria,” Wike added.
The four leaders wished the Muslim faithful a peaceful, blessed and smooth celebration of Eid-el-Maulud and prayed for peace, unity, security and prosperity throughout the world. Nigeria.
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