Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu committed to easing Nigerians’ hardship — Shettima

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Vice-President Kashim Shettima has reiterated the commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to alleviating the hardship facing Nigerians.

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Shettima gave the assurance on Wednesday while speaking with newsmen shortly after observing the Eid-el-Kabir prayers at the Ramat Square Eid Ground in Maiduguri.

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The vice president, who noted that the cost of living had risen globally, appealed to Nigerians to remain patient with the government.

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“Government at all levels are poised to ameliorate the sufferings of the Nigerian people.

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“Let there be peace in the land, and let us pray for peace, not only in Borno but in all the nooks and crannies of the country.

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“I also call for peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians,” he said.

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Speaking on the 2027 general elections, Shettima urged political actors across the country to conduct themselves with maturity, tolerance and restraint, while avoiding inflammatory statements.

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“As we enter the political phase, there is the need for maturity, forbearance and generosity of spirit in our political interactions.

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“Most importantly, what binds us together supersedes whatever divides us. The world itself is in turmoil, occasioned by the war in the Middle East,” he said.

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Meanwhile, shortly after the prayers, the Deputy Governor of Borno, Umar Kadafur, paid a Sallah homage to the Vice-President at his residence in Maiduguri.

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Kadafur commended Shettima for his support to the government and people of Borno State.

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“On behalf of the people of Borno State, we are here to wish you a happy 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

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“We wish you good health, wisdom and strength to continue to support President Bola Tinubu in moving the country to greater heights,” he said.

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The deputy governor also urged residents of the state to continue praying for sustainable peace, progress and prosperity in Nigeria.

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“We experienced a peaceful Sallah celebration, and we pray for more peace and prosperity in Borno and Nigeria at large,” Kadafur said. (NAN)

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