Nigeria, April 10 -- Some members of the House of Representatives have used the occasion of the Eid-el-Fitr celebration to call for peaceful coexistence among Nigerians.

Aliyu Boya, the member representing Fufore/Song Federal Constituency of Adamawa State, in a statement, said peaceful coexistence among Nigerians is the key to achieving development.

Mr Boya urged Nigerians to always put the interest of the country above every other interest, adding that the motivation should be the love for humanity.

He encouraged the Muslim faithful to reflect on the significance of the celebration and share love everywhere they find themselves.

Speaking on the challenges facing the country, Mr Boya said Nigeria is going to turn the corner soon.

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