"Twin Days of Bliss: A Nation Pauses for Eid-el-Fitr"
The air was thick with anticipation, as golden rays of the rising sun stretched over the horizon, casting a sacred glow on the streets of a nation preparing for something grand. The scent of freshly baked bread, simmering spices, and the unmistakable aroma of sizzling suya drifted through bustling markets, where traders hurried to make last-minute sales before the country fell into a reverent hush.
Then, like a trumpet blast echoing across the land, the long-awaited proclamation arrived. The Federal Government had spoken—March 31 and April 1 would be days of reflection, of feasting, of unity. The words of Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, delivered through the voice of Permanent Secretary Magdalene Ajani, spread like wildfire:
"Let the people rest. Let the faithful rejoice. Let the nation celebrate Eid-el-Fitr in peace and love."
A thunderous cheer erupted from city centers to quiet villages. It wasn’t just about the holidays—it was about the soul of the season. A time when fasting gave way to feasting, when the hunger of the body made room for the satisfaction of the spirit. From the mosques, where voices rose in prayer, to the family homes where grandmothers stirred pots of steaming jollof, a sacred rhythm pulsed in every heart.
But beyond the celebration, there was a deeper call—a call to generosity, to compassion, to forgiveness. The Minister’s words rang true: this was a time to mend broken bonds, to give freely, and to embrace the brotherhood of humanity. The less privileged would not be forgotten. The homeless, the weary, the ones who bore life's burdens in silence—this was their time to be seen, to be lifted, to be loved.
Yet, in the midst of the joy, whispers of responsibility lingered. The nights of celebration would be long, the feasts plentiful, but the call for caution was clear. “Celebrate, but celebrate wisely,” the government urged. For what good was a moment of joy if it brought sorrow the next day?
And so, as the sun prepared to set on the eve of Eid, the country stood on the edge of something beautiful. A divine pause. A moment of unity. A chapter in time where the worries of yesterday could be set aside, even if just for a little while.
The countdown had begun. The people were ready. The nation would bask in twin days of grace.
Eid Mubarak, Nigeria. Let the blessings flow.
Now tell me, who else is ready for the feast? What are your plans for these holidays? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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