Senate President Godswill Akpabio has felicitated with the Muslim Ummah as they celebrate Eid el-Kabir.

He called on all Nigerians to be patient with the new administration of President Bola Tinubu, adding that with the required support, it would yield dividends of democracy for all and sundry.

He rejoiced with President Tinubu as he celebrated the first Eid-el-Kabir as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

While congratulating the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, and the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, he said the essence of the season, which underscores submission to the will of the Almighty God and the importance of sacrifice in our daily lives, should not be lost.

He equally saluted the resilience and patriotism of Nigerians in the face of the country’s current challenges, adding that it is part of the process of nation-building.

“In just a few weeks since his inauguration, President Tinubu has taken some bold steps that have been globally acclaimed as being in the right direction,” he said.

According to him, even though the measures bring inconveniences, he earnestly appealed to fellow Nigerians to look at the larger picture of the expected outcomes, be patient with the new government, and give it their full support to take Nigeria out of the woods.

“The 10th National Assembly will do its utmost to provide the President Tinubu-led government with complementary support through necessary legislative interventions for the benefit of Nigerians,” he said.

He said the National Assembly would ensure inclusivity, fairness, and justice for Nigerians through legislation.