The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has called on Nigerians to embrace unity, sacrifice, patriotism, and peaceful coexistence as Muslims across the world celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.
The CGC made the appeal on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, shortly after observing Eid prayers at the Modakeke Eid Ground in Ile-Ife, Osun State.
Speaking with journalists after the prayers, Adeniyi 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 celebration goes beyond festivities and should serve as a period for reflection on faith, patience, discipline, 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,” the CGC said.
He thanked Almighty Allah for preserving the lives of Nigerians to witness another Eid-el-Kabir celebration in peace and good health.
Adeniyi also urged citizens to continue promoting peaceful coexistence, national unity, and mutual understanding irrespective of religious or ethnic differences.
“Nigeria is a beautiful country, and we all must unite ourselves,” he stated.
The Customs boss further appealed to Nigerians to remain law-abiding while exercising their civic rights, noting that patience, discipline, and respect for the rule of law are essential 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 stressed.
Speaking on the activities of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adeniyi expressed satisfaction with the Service’s performance in revenue generation, trade facilitation, and anti-smuggling operations.
He stated that the NCS remains focused on supporting economic growth, national security, and export promotion in line with the economic policies of Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
According to him, ongoing reforms within the Service are improving Customs operations, while export activities continue to record steady growth.
“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 Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said.
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