From Shuaibu Ibrahim, Gusau
The Governor of Dauda Lawal has called on the people of Zamfara State and Nigerians in general to intensify prayers for lasting peace and security in the country.
Governor Lawal made the call in a statewide broadcast on Wednesday while felicitating with Muslims on the occasion of the 2026 Eid el-Adha celebration.
Eid el-Adha, celebrated annually by Muslims worldwide on the 10th day of Dhul-Hijjah, commemorates the obedience and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) to Allah (SWT) through sacrifice.
In his message, the governor expressed gratitude to Allah for witnessing the historic airlift of pilgrims from Gusau International Airport.
“I felicitate with Muslims on the occasion of Eid el-Adha 2026.
“The sacrifice performed during Eid symbolises Prophet Ibrahim’s submission to Allah and also forms part of the Hajj rites for pilgrims.
“I want to use this opportunity to call on the good people of Zamfara, especially our pilgrims, to remain steadfast in prayers for our state and Nigeria,” he said.
Governor Lawal noted that the state government has recorded progress in the fight against banditry, leading to the return of displaced communities to their ancestral homes.
“We have made progress in the fight against banditry, which is why dispersed communities are returning to their homes.
“Last week, we successfully returned thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their ancestral community of Fegin Kanawa Village in Gusau Local Government Area after over a year of displacement.
“We are committed to ensuring the safe return of all displaced persons to their homes.
Such successes are only possible through our collective prayers. I urge us to pray more, especially during sacred religious festivals,” the governor added.
Governor Lawal also wished Muslims and residents of the state a peaceful and successful Eid celebration.
The governor later joined thousands of Muslim faithful for the Eid prayer at the Gusau Central Eid prayer ground.
