By Providence Ayanfeoluwa

The Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has urged Nigerians to embrace sacrifice, patriotism, patience and national unity as Muslims across the world celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.

Adeniyi made the call on Wednesday after observing Eid prayers at the Modakeke Eid Ground in Ile-Ife, Osun State, where he said the values symbolised by Eid-el-Kabir remained vital to national growth and stability.

Speaking shortly after the prayers, he described Eid-el-Kabir as a solemn period that reminds Muslims of the virtues of obedience to Almighty Allah, sacrifice and total submission to divine instruction, drawing lessons from the story of Prophet Abraham.

According to him, the significance of the celebration goes beyond merriment, stressing that Muslims must 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 imbibe in daily life,” he said.

He further urged Nigerians to remain law-abiding and patient in the exercise of their civic responsibilities, noting that discipline, sacrifice and respect for the rule of law were necessary for national development 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 said.

On the activities of the Service, he expressed satisfaction with the Service’s performance in revenue generation, trade facilitation and anti-smuggling operations.

He stated that the Service remained on the right path in supporting economic growth, national security and export promotion in line with the economic policies of the President.

According to him, ongoing reforms within the Service were already improving Customs operations, while export activities had continued to record steady growth across the country.

“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” he stated.