Muslims in Lagos gathered on Wednesday morning to observe Eid al-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha, Islam’s most significant religious festival.
Worshippers dressed in colourful traditional attire filled mosques and open prayer grounds across the city from the early hours, taking part in congregational prayers to mark the occasion.
The festival, which honours Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God before a ram was provided instead, is celebrated annually by Muslims worldwide during the Hajj season in Saudi Arabia.
This year’s celebration came amid rising food and transport costs in Nigeria, making it difficult for some families to afford rams for the traditional sacrifice.
At various prayer grounds, Islamic clerics urged Nigerians to remain faithful to the teachings of Prophet Mohammed despite current economic challenges. They encouraged worshippers to continue following the guidance of the Holy Quran and to uphold discipline and righteousness.
One cleric, Yakub Kamarudeen, reminded worshippers that obedience to God’s instructions remains key even in difficult times.
After prayers, many families were expected to carry out the traditional slaughter of rams and distribute meat to relatives, neighbours, and those in need, in the spirit of sacrifice and charity.
A worshipper, Mahammad Ahmad, described the festival as a moment of gratitude, saying it was important to thank God for witnessing the day and to reconnect with loved ones.
Eid al-Kabir continues to serve as a powerful reminder of faith, sacrifice, and community bonding among Muslims around the world.
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