Uche Cecil Izuora
As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has called on Nigerians to embrace sacrifice, patriotism, patience, and national unity, saying the values symbolised by the festival are vital for national growth and stability.
Adeniyi made the call on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, shortly after observing Eid prayers at the Modakeke Eid Ground in Ile-Ife, Osun State.
Speaking to journalists after the prayers, the CGC described Eid-el-Kabir as a solemn occasion that reminds Muslims of obedience to Almighty Allah, sacrifice, and total submission to divine instruction, citing lessons from the story of Prophet Abraham.
He said the essence of the celebration goes beyond festivities, stressing that Muslims should reflect on the core lessons of faith, patience, and service to humanity.
We all know what Eid symbolises. It symbolises obedience to Almighty Allah and sacrifice. These are values every Muslim is expected to imitate in daily life, Adeniyi said.
He thanked Almighty Allah for preserving Nigerians’ lives so they could witness another Eid-el-Kabir in good health and peace.
He urged Nigerians to continue promoting peaceful coexistence, national unity, and mutual understanding, regardless of religious or ethnic differences.
Nigeria is a beautiful country, and we all must unite ourselves, he said.
The CGC also appealed to citizens to remain law-abiding while exercising their civic rights, noting that patience, discipline, and respect for the rule of law are essential for national growth and stability.
We must continue to embrace unity, discipline, sacrifice, and patriotism for the development of our country. Nigerians should remain patient, respect the rule of law, and continue to support peaceful national progress, he stressed.
On the Nigeria Customs Service’s activities, Adeniyi expressed satisfaction with its performance in revenue generation, trade facilitation, and anti-smuggling operations.
He said the Service remains on the right path in supporting economic growth, national security, and export promotion in line with President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies.
According to him, ongoing reforms within the Service are improving Customs operations, while export activities continue to record steady growth.
The NCS is on the right trajectory in revenue generation, trade facilitation, security, and economic prosperity. Export activities are increasing steadily in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive, he stated.