As-Salamu Alaykum

My fellow citizens,

It is indeed my honour to extend greetings and best wishes to you and your families as we celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr for 2012.

Members of the Muslim community have sacrificed and fasted during the month of Ramadaan. They have taught us, by example, the essence of sacrifice, patience, tolerance, charity, sharing and helping those who cannot help themselves. These are all fitting examples for citizens of our blessed country.

As we are about to celebrate the 50t anniversary of our country’s
Independence, I must congratulate members of the Muslim community for their dedication, patriotism and hard work. Your efforts have contributed to the overall progress and development of our nation and I salute you on behalf of a grateful nation. We look forward to even greater achievements and progress within the Muslim community so that our country will continue to benefit.

May Almighty Allah accept your fasts, your charity, your prayers and extra acts of worship and may your efforts gain you the Mercies and Blessings of your Sustainer.

Eid Mubarak