Governors across Nigeria have called for peace, unity and religious tolerance as Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir (Sallah), urging citizens to embrace love and peaceful coexistence regardless of ethnic or religious differences.

In separate goodwill messages reported by Channels Television, state leaders urged Nigerians to use the Sallah period to pray for national stability and show compassion to the less privileged.

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State said Eid-el-Kabir symbolises obedience, sacrifice and commitment to humanity’s common good.

In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, Soludo encouraged Muslims to share meals, extend charity and promote tolerance among citizens.

He also urged the Muslim community to pray for lasting peace, unity and accelerated national progress, while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to the security of residents in the state.

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State similarly called on Muslims to promote peace, understanding and harmony between Muslims and non-Muslims.

Idris said his administration would continue strengthening community dialogue, supporting traditional institutions and collaborating with security agencies and vigilante groups to protect lives and farmlands across the state.

He highlighted ongoing investments in infrastructure, agriculture, education and healthcare, including road construction, fertiliser distribution, school renovations and the upgrade of primary healthcare centres.

In Ebonyi State, Governor Francis Nwifuru urged Muslims to pray for peace, unity and social cohesion in Nigeria.

Nwifuru said Eid-el-Kabir presents an opportunity for Nigerians to seek divine intervention over the country’s challenges through prayer and supplication.

He stressed that peace, unity and love remain essential to addressing Nigeria’s diverse social and political issues, while pledging continued collaboration with religious organisations to strengthen interfaith dialogue.

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State described Eid-el-Adha as a reminder of obedience to God and selfless sacrifice.

Radda called on Muslims to pray for peace and security in Katsina and across Nigeria, while encouraging support for the less privileged and the promotion of compassion and communal harmony.

He also prayed for Nigerian pilgrims performing the Hajj in Saudi Arabia, asking Allah to grant them a successful pilgrimage and safe return home.