The Vice President West Africa, Pan-African Youth Union, Oladele John Nihi has sent warm Eid Mubarak greetings to All African Muslims.
In his message sent from New York, where he is currently attending the United Nations Youth Summit holding at the United Nations Headquarters, he reflected on the significance of the festival and its relevance to the African continent.
According to Nihi, “Eid Mubarak is an important occasion that reminds of the values of unity, compassion, and togetherness. This resonates with the core principles of the Pan-African Youth Union.”
“Eid Mubarak is a significant Islamic festival celebrated to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan, where Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset to purify their souls and dedicate themselves to Allah through self-reflection, prayer, and charity”.
The youth leader also stressed the importance of tolerance, respect, and understanding among people of different faiths, cultures, and backgrounds.
While calling on all Africans, regardless of their religion or ethnicity, to work together to overcome the challenges facing the continent, such as under development, inequality, and conflict.
He also commended the efforts of the youth in Africa in promoting social justice, human rights, and democracy.
