Kogi Speaker Congratulates Muslims on Edi fitri Celebration
The Speaker, Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Matthew Kolawole has congratulated Muslim faithfuls in Nigeria and Kogi State in particular for the successful completion of this year’s Ramadan fasting.
He said the celebration of this year Eid-ul-Fitr has come at a very challenging time due to the rising security challenges in the country, urging Muslim faithfuls to use the occasion to pray for the healing of our nation and also expose those behind heinous crimes.
Rt. Hon Kolawole noted that it is unthinkable that our country Nigeria is fast turning to a battle ground when there is no need for such, urging all and sundry to continue to have hope in the new Nigeria that will guarantee better life for all.
The Speaker however urged Muslims to enjoy the festival with their loved ones and enjoy sumptuous meals which usually characterize such an occasion.
The Speaker called on Nigerians to use the period of Eid-ul-Fitr celebration to pray for an end to the security challenges and also for the nation to get it right in terms of leadership and governance, noting that Nigeria under the leadership of Governor Yahaya Bello as the President will guarantee security, equal opportunity and true federalism.
He charged Muslims to continue to uphold the teachings of Ramadan among which are attaining piety, seeking nearness to Allah, cultivating good manners, abstaining from vices, showing love and giving in charity, reading the Quran among others.
He, on behalf of the entire members of the 7th Assembly, management and staff of the Kogi State House of Assembly wish to felicitate with and congratulate Muslim faithfuls in Nigeria and Kogi State in particular on the successful completion of this year Ramadan fasting.
Signed:
Femi Olugbemi,
Chief Press Secretary to the Honourable Speaker, Kogi State House of Assembly