Eid al‑Adha: Soludo Calls on Muslims to Embrace

Eid al‑Adha is the Islamic “Festival of Sacrifice,” commemorating Prophet Abraham’s willingness to offer his son in obedience to God. In a recent statement, Charles Chukwuma Soludo, governor of Nigeria’s Central Bank, called on Muslims across the country to observe the holiday with unity, compassion and adherence to public‑health guidelines, urging them to use the occasion to promote peace, charitable giving and national cohesion. Views Nigeria