The National President, Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), Amb. Emmanuel Okafor, has called on Nigerians to promote peace, justice, and equality for all.
Okafor made the call on Wednesday in Abuja in a goodwill message to Muslims on the occasion of the Islamic Calendar 1445.
He said the Islamic new year was an opportunity for all to reflect on the values of peace, unity, and harmony that Islam teaches.
Okafor said Islam, a religion of compassion and tolerance, inspires people to cultivate a spirit of goodwill, understanding, and respect for one another.
“It is time for us to renew our commitment to these timeless principles and to foster a society that is built upon mutual cooperation and coexistence.
“In the face of numerous challenges that our great nation, Nigeria, has encountered in recent times, it becomes even more crucial for us to unite as one people, regardless of our religious or ethnic backgrounds.
“We must come together, hand in hand, to promote peace, justice, and equality for all Nigerians.
“It is only through such unity that we can surmount the obstacles that lie before us and build a prosperous, inclusive, and harmonious nation that we can be proud to pass on to future generations,” he said.
Okafor said that the members of AANI recognised the immense potential within the people to effect positive change in the society.
He therefore called on all to harness the potential and work tirelessly to promote dialogue, understanding, and reconciliation among all Nigerians.
According to him, together, we can foster an environment where every citizen feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to the nation’s development.
He also implored all Muslim members of AANI, as well as other Nigerians, to embrace the spirit of peace and extend it to their daily interactions.
“Let us engage in acts of kindness, compassion, and empathy towards one another, irrespective of our differences.
“By doing so, we will create a ripple effect of harmony and understanding that will transform our communities and bring us closer to the Nigeria we envision.
“I wish you all and your family, a blessed year filled with love, happiness, and prosperity.
“May the Islamic Calendar 1445 be a time of reflection, spiritual growth, and renewed commitment to building a peaceful and prosperous nation,” he added.
Source: News Agency of Nigeria