Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged Muslims and Christians to be compassionate and generous to one another during the fasting season, as Muslims begin the holy month of Ramadan.
This was contained in a statement signed by Gboyega Akosile, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity.
Governor Sanwo-Olu described Ramadan as a sacred month and a time for deep reflection, renewed faith, and acts of kindness. He urged Nigerians, particularly Lagos residents, to uphold the values of compassion, unity, and generosity.
According to the Governor, the commencement of the Muslim fasting season, which started on March 1, coinciding with the first day of a new month, and Christians’ Lenten season, which starts from Wednesday, March 5, is a double coincidence. He therefore urged people to live in peace and harmony.
“Ramadan Kareem to all our Muslim brothers and sisters. This sacred month is a time for deep reflection, renewed faith, and acts of kindness. May your fasting and prayers bring you peace, prosperity, and abundant blessings,” Governor Sanwo-Olu stated.
The Governor also noted that “coincidentally, March 1 is the first of a new month, and Christian faithful will also start their fasting next week Wednesday (March 5). So, we all need to live in peace and harmony.”
Governor Sanwo-Olu, who was the Chief Host at the Special Ramadan Prayer held at the Lagos House Mosque Ground, Ikeja, on Friday evening, urged Lagosians to ensure that “the period of the season reflects in our relationship among ourselves.”
“As a people, we need to continue to ensure that we live in the peace and harmony that Lagos is known for. This is a time that we all need to come together in prayers and supplications. It is a time for us to do the right thing,” he said.
He also emphasised the importance of living in peace and harmony.
“Let the period of the season reflect in our relationship among ourselves. Let the essence of the season be what holds us together as a people by doing our very best at all times,” he added.