Eid al-Adha Celebrations in Nigeria: A Visual Journey

Eid al-Adha Celebrations in Nigeria: A Visual Journey Nigeria joined the global Muslim community in celebrating Eid al-Adha, the Feast of Sacrifice. The holiday, marked by prayers and communal gatherings, was observed across the country. Social media platforms were filled with celebratory messages and videos, reflecting the widespread joy and spiritual significance of the event. One such video, uploaded by user '🦋🅺🅴🅴🆉🅶🅸🆂🆃🥰❤️❣️', showcased a montage of images and text, wishing viewers a happy Eid. The video, lasting 30 seconds, featured images of goats, mosques, and people embracing, set to a song in a local Nigerian language. While not a news report in itself, the video reflects the widespread observance of Eid al-Adha in Nigeria and the use of social media to share festive greetings. "The video is a simple yet effective way to share the spirit of Eid," says Fatima, a resident of Lagos, reflecting on the widespread use of such celebratory videos on social media. The peaceful and joyful celebrations seen across the country highlight the importance of this religious holiday in the lives of Nigerian Muslims.