* Says Nigerians cannot continue living in fear, hardship
The (MPAC) has called on Nigerian leaders to urgently tackle worsening insecurity and economic hardship across the country as Muslims around the world celebrate Eid-ul-Adha 1447AH.
In an Eid message signed by its Executive Chairman, Mal Disu Kamor, the organisation said the season should serve as a reminder of sacrifice, compassion, justice and shared humanity at a time the world is facing deep social and humanitarian crises.
MPAC extended Eid greetings to Muslims and people of goodwill globally, noting that Eid-ul-Adha goes beyond the slaughtering of animals and festive celebrations.
According to the statement, the festival symbolises faith, courage and the willingness to make sacrifices for the greater good of humanity.
The organisation also reflected on the significance of Hajj, where millions of pilgrims from different races, nationalities and social backgrounds gather in Makkah in worship and submission to Almighty Allah.
“It is one of the greatest symbols of human equality and submission to Almighty Allah — where kings and labourers, the rich and the poor, stand shoulder to shoulder in worship, stripped of worldly titles and united only by faith,” the statement said.
MPAC, however, lamented the worsening security situation in Nigeria, saying many citizens now live in fear due to kidnapping, banditry and violence across several parts of the country.
The group noted that many Nigerians would be unable to travel home for the Eid celebrations because of insecurity, while millions of households continue to struggle under rising living costs and economic hardship.
“We urge leaders at every level to confront this reality head-on. Nigerians cannot keep living in fear and hardship. Policies that restore security, protect lives, and bring economic dignity back to the people must become the urgent priority,” the statement added.
The organisation also expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, describing the continued destruction and loss of innocent lives as “a painful stain on the conscience of the modern world.”
MPAC said many Palestinians are spending another Eid under siege and called on people of conscience across the world to continue speaking against oppression and injustice.
“Silence in the face of oppression is itself a form of complicity,” the statement noted.
Despite the global challenges, the organisation urged Muslims not to lose hope, stressing that Eid-ul-Adha teaches perseverance, faith and trust in Allah through the story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), Sayyidah Hajar and Prophet Ismail (AS).
The group also prayed for pilgrims performing the 2026 Hajj from Nigeria and other parts of the world, asking Allah to accept their pilgrimage and return them safely to their families.
MPAC further called on Nigerians to move beyond symbolic sacrifice by promoting stronger families, compassionate communities, responsible leadership and a more just society.
The organisation concluded by praying for peace, prosperity and divine healing for Nigeria and oppressed people across the world.
“Taqabbalallahu minna wa minkum. Eid Mubarak,” the statement concluded.
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