Pray For Peace, Progress Of Nig- Audu Urges Muslims

Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has called on Muslims to pray for the peace, unity, and progress of Nigeria as the holy month of Ramadan commences.

This is contained in a statement signed by the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister, Lizzy Okoji in Abuja.

The statement urges Muslim faithful to dwell on the essence of Ramadan by engaging in good deeds, acts of Ibadah, and showing love and kindness to everyone, especially the less privileged.

“I congratulate Muslims on the opportunity to witness another Ramadan, as we join brothers across the world to commemorate this holy Month”.

“This holy month is also an opportunity for us to pray for the peace, unity, security, and progress of our beloved country, as well as for our President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, our leaders, and all those in positions of authority to lead the country to the promised land” Prince Audu emphasizes.

“It is a time to conform to the teachings of the Holy Prophet Mohammed by showing love and kindness to our brothers and sisters, especially the underprivileged, irrespective of their faith.

“The nation is at a time where it is confronted with numerous challenges; economic pressures, insecurity, amongst other challenges. Ramadan therefore offers us the opportunity for special prayers for our beloved country,” Audu states.

It notes that Islam is a religion of peace, and love, hence, the need for every Nigerian to dwell on the period of Ramadan, to foster peaceful coexistence irrespective of religion or political affiliation, and shun every form of violence and misdeeds.

“Ramadan, as one of the pillars of Islam, a period of fasting, prayers, abstinence, spiritual growth, and almsgiving.It is an opportunity to purify our souls and bring us closer to Almighty Allah” the Minister adds.

“May Almighty Allah accept our sacrifices, and may we receive all the benefits of Ramadan,” Audu stresses.

PR/Georgina Humphrey