By Sandra Chukwunyere
As Muslims across the world celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has called on Nigerians to embrace sacrifice, patriotism, patience, and national unity, noting that the values symbolised by the festival remain essential to 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 with journalists after the prayers, the Customs boss described Eid-el-Kabir as a solemn period that reminds Muslims of obedience to Almighty Allah, sacrifice, and total submission to divine instruction, drawing lessons from the story of Prophet Ibrahim.
He noted that the essence of the celebration goes beyond festivities, stressing that Muslims are expected to reflect on the core values of faith, patience, sacrifice, 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 imbibe in daily life,” he said.
Adeniyi expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for preserving the lives of Nigerians to witness another Eid-el-Kabir celebration in peace and good health.
He also 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 must all remain united,” he said.
The CGC further appealed to citizens to remain law-abiding while exercising their civic responsibilities, noting that patience, discipline, and respect for the rule of law are necessary 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 added.
Speaking on the performance of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adeniyi expressed satisfaction with the Service’s achievements in revenue generation, trade facilitation, and anti-smuggling operations.
Controller General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi MFR @ Eid-el-Kabir celebration on Wednesday.He stated that the Service remains on the right path in supporting economic growth, national security, and export promotion in line with the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
According to him, ongoing reforms within the Service are already improving 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 the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said.
