The minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on residents of the nation’s capital to channel the spiritual lessons of Eid-el-Kabir, sacrifice, obedience, and selflessness into active civic responsibility to help build a world-class city.
In his Eid-el-Kabir message to residents, Wike emphasised that the celebration extends beyond a holiday.
“It was a profound reminder of Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) unwavering faith and willingness to place the common good above personal desire’, he said.
He noted that the modern expression of the obedience taught by Eid-el-Kabir requires residents to make sacrifices of patience and discipline.
He urged the public to keep streets clean, obey traffic and building regulations, pay taxes promptly, and cooperate with security agencies.
“If Eid-el-Kabir teaches sacrifice for a greater purpose, then the FCT symbolises what sacrifice can build: a place of peace, order, and shared prosperity,” the Minister said, describing Abuja as a miniature Nigeria built on unity across tribes, tongues, and faiths.
Reaffirming the FCT Administration’s commitment to the developmental goals of the current government, the Minister revealed that massive, inclusive infrastructural projects that will trigger growth across critical economic sectors and benefit both the City Centre and rural areas will be officially commissioned in a few weeks.
He noted that these developments align with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to transform Abuja into an enviable global capital and commended FCT residents for their patience during the ongoing construction.
To ensure a safe, hitch-free celebration, the Minister disclosed that the FCTA has fully mobilised all relevant security agencies and authorities to be on guard. He encouraged residents to celebrate with love while maintaining vigilance and respect for law and order.
He reassured residents that the FCT Administration will continue to promote unity and religious harmony in the capital territory and urged them to show deep compassion to the less privileged, reject divisive rumours, and foster harmony in homes, workplaces, marketplaces, and places of worship.
“None of you truly believes until he loves for his brother what he loves for himself”, the Minister quoted the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to emphasize the importance of unity.
Notably, the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir coincides with Children’s Day on May 27, 2026 ,a remarkable convergence of faith and future.
The Minister described children as the heartbeat of the FCT and the promise of Nigeria’s tomorrow. He called on parents, teachers, and community leaders to use this dual celebration to instill the values of sacrifice, honesty, discipline, and patriotism in the young ones.
“As we honor Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience, let us also nurture our children with love, protect their rights, and invest in quality education, healthcare, and safe spaces for them to thrive. A city that secures its children secures its future”, Barr. Wike said.
He commended the orderly conduct of FCT pilgrims who observed the Hajj this year, asking them and the entire Muslim community to use the sacred period to pray for the peace, unity, and prosperity of Nigeria.
On behalf of the FCTA, Wike extended his warmest wishes for a joyous, peaceful, and spiritually rewarding Eid-el-Kabir to all Muslim faithful and to every resident of the capital territory.
“May Allah (Subhanahu wa ta’ala) accept our sacrifices, answer our prayers, and continue to bless the Federal Capital Territory and the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Eid Mubarak”, the Minister said
