The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called on Nigerian leaders to urgently confront worsening insecurity and economic hardship in the country, warning that citizens are increasingly living in fear and deprivation amid rising violence and cost of living pressures.
In its 1447 AH (2026) Eid-ul-Adha message, signed by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, the organisation said the festive season should serve as a renewed reminder of sacrifice, compassion and justice, noting that the realities facing many Nigerians run contrary to the spirit of the celebration.
MPAC said Eid-ul-Adha, rooted in the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), is not merely a ritual of animal sacrifice but a deeper call to selflessness, moral courage and societal reform.
“As millions of Muslims across the world gather in celebration of Eid-ul-Adha, humanity is once again confronted with two powerful realities—the timeless lesson of sacrifice taught by Prophet Ibrahim (AS), and the urgent need for compassion, justice and shared humanity in a deeply troubled world,” the statement read.
The group extended Eid greetings to Muslims worldwide and all people of goodwill, stressing that the occasion represents unity across race, class and nationality, as demonstrated in the annual Hajj pilgrimage where pilgrims stand equal before God regardless of status.
However, MPAC expressed concern over worsening insecurity in Nigeria, warning that kidnapping, banditry and violent attacks have made travel unsafe, forcing many families to remain apart during the festive period.
“Across Nigeria, the security situation is worsening by the day, leaving ordinary citizens gripped by fear and helplessness,” it said, adding that economic hardship and rising inflation have further deepened public frustration.
The organisation urged government at all levels to prioritise policies that restore security, protect lives and improve living conditions, insisting that Nigerians “cannot keep living in fear and hardship.”
MPAC also drew attention to the ongoing conflict in Palestine, describing the situation as a “painful stain on the conscience of the modern world,” and condemning continued attacks that have destroyed homes, hospitals and civilian infrastructure.
It lamented that Palestinians are once again observing Eid “under siege,” calling on the international community to speak out against injustice and the killing of innocent civilians.
“Silence in the face of oppression is itself a form of complicity,” the group warned.
Despite the global challenges, MPAC said Eid-ul-Adha remains a symbol of hope, patience and eventual triumph over hardship, referencing the story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), his wife Hajar, and Prophet Ismail (AS) as enduring lessons in faith and perseverance.
The organisation also prayed for Nigerian pilgrims currently performing the Hajj in Saudi Arabia, asking Allah to accept their worship and return them safely as “agents of peace, righteousness and positive change.”
It concluded by urging Muslims and Nigerians generally to move beyond symbolic sacrifice and embrace values that strengthen families, promote justice, and build a more compassionate society.
“May Allah heal our nation, protect the oppressed, bless our homes with peace and prosperity, and accept our sacrifices and prayers,” MPAC said.
Eid Mubarak.
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