Eid al‑Adha: Soludo Calls on Muslims to Embrace

Eid al‑Adha is the Islamic “Festival of Sacrifice,” commemorating Prophet Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son. In a recent statement, Charles Soludo—Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria—urged Nigerian Muslims to observe the holiday with unity, compassion and adherence to public‑health guidelines, emphasizing that the spirit of sacrifice should inspire charitable giving, social cohesion and respect for the nation’s diverse faiths. Views Nigeria