RAMADAN, LENT: Gov. Ododo Calls for Religious Tolerance, Vigilance, Peaceful Coexistence

 


Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has urged residents to uphold religious tolerance, remain vigilant, and foster peaceful coexistence as Muslims and Catholics begin the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent.


In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Ismaila Isah, the Governor described Ramadan and Lent as sacred periods of fasting, prayer, reflection, and spiritual rejuvenation for Muslims and Catholics respectively.


According to the Governor, “the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent offer an opportunity for believers to strengthen their relationship with Almighty God and reaffirm commitment to the values of compassion, charity, humility, sacrifice, and self-discipline.”


Governor Ododo urged faithfuls of both religions to use this period to pray for sustained peace, stability, and development in Kogi State and Nigeria at large.


He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting freedom of worship and promoting peaceful coexistence among people of different faiths across the state.


The Governor prayed that Almighty Allah and God accept the fasts, prayers, and acts of devotion offered during Ramadan and Lent, while urging citizens to remain vigilant, law-abiding, and committed to the continued peace and progress of the state.


Governor Ododo further enjoined residents across Kogi State to remain peaceful and extend compassion to the needy, stressing that love, kindness, and mutual respect embody the true essence of both sacred seasons.

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