Eid al-Adha: Be hopeful despite economic hardship, PDP tells Nigerians

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked Nigerians not to despair in the face of “harrowing economic hardship”.

In a statement felicitating Muslims on the Eid-el-Kabir festival, the leading opposition party implored Nigerians to use the occasion to “pray fervently for the triumph of justice” in the affairs of the nation.

“The party commends Nigerians for their resilience and urges them to use the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir to reinforce their patience, hope and trust in God despite the prevailing economic, social and security challenges confronting the nation,” the statement issued by Debo Ologunagba, PDP spokesperson, reads.

“Our party charges Nigerians not to allow the hardship and sense of uncertainty they face at the moment to make them lose sight of the essence of the Eid-el-Kabir, the demand for selflessness, absolute trust and submission to the will, authority and command of Allah in all issues of life.

“Our party is deeply worried by the worsening economic crisis, the astronomical increase in the cost of essential goods and services, the collapse of the purchasing power of citizens and scorching economic distress on millions of families across the country.

“Many cannot express their affection by travelling to visit or even sharing with their family members and friends all because of hardship and insensitive policies imposed by the APC government.”

The PDP added that Nigerians should “not despair” but use the Eid-el-Kabir celebration to unite in love, support and care for one another “at this critical time”.