The Department of State Services (DSS) has urged the Muslim Ummah and other Nigerians celebrating the Eid-el-Fitr to do so “responsibly”.
This is contained in a Tuesday statement signed by the Director, PR & Strategic Communications of DSS, Dr. Peter Afunanya.
Afunanya said the secret police congratulates the Muslim Ummah them for the peaceful completion of the Ramadan, which is a period of fasting, prayer and reflection for the Muslim faithful worldwide.
“While joining them to thank Allah for the opportunity to complete this auspicious obligation, the Service shares with them, the core values of the festival which include love, mercy and compassion.
“These morals resonate deeply with the ideals of peace, harmony and generosity that are fundamental to our country’s collective good.
“As this joyous occasion is being commemorated, the Service urges everyone to celebrate responsibly, exemplify the true essence of the event and strive for common humanity based on harmonious coexistence, good conscience and neighborliness,” he said.
Afunanya said the DSS admonished citizens to carry forward the spirit of charity, empathy and unity beyond the festivities and abstain from any acts capable of undermining these principles.
“Similarly, everyone is advised to be security conscious as well as report suspicious activities to security and law enforcement organisations.
“On its part, the Service will sustain collaboration with sister security agencies and indeed other stakeholders to ensure hitch free celebrations,” he said.
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