Lagos, Feb. 22, 2026 (NAN) The Lagos State House of Assembly Muslim Community have enjoined the faithful to embrace peaceful coexistence and acts of charity, to strengthen their relationship with Allah in the Holy month of Ramadan.
The Lead Imam of the community, Abdushshakur Osoala, made this known in a statement to newsmen in Lagos on Sunday.
He described Ramadan as a sacred period for reflection, sacrifice, compassion, and renewed commitment to righteous living.
The cleric urged Muslims to use the season to promote unity, and extend kindness to the less privileged, as well as to foster harmonious relationships across religious and ethnic groups.
“Ramadan is not only a period of fasting from food and drink, but also a time to purify the soul, cultivate patience, promote peace, and extend generous hands to those in need.
“It is a month that teaches us self-discipline, love, and the importance of peaceful coexistence in our society.” he said
The cleric harped on the need for Muslims to intensify prayers for continued peace, progress, and stability of the state and the nation as a whole.
He noted that acts of giving, whether through Zakat, Sadaqah, or simple gestures of kindness, was central to the spiritual rewards of the holy month.
Meanwhile, Osoala expressed appreciation to Speaker of the house, Mudashiru Obasa, for his unwavering support and encouragement to the Muslim community within the Assembly.
He thanked him for fostering an atmosphere of religious harmony and inclusiveness, which he said had enabled the Muslim community to observe its religious obligations without hindrances.
The cleric also extended warm Ramadan greetings to President Bola Tinubu, praying that Almighty Allah grants him good health, divine wisdom, and the fulfillment of all his heart’s desires as he continues to steer the affairs of the country.
Osoala further prayed for the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, his Deputy, and the Head of Service, asking Almighty Allah to grant them wisdom, strength, and good health in the discharge of their responsibilities.
In the same vein, he extended gratitude to principal officers and members, as well as Clerk of the House, Mr Olalekan Onafeko, for their cooperation, moral support, and commitment to promoting unity within the legislative arm of government.
Osoala prayed for divine guidance upon all Muslims in the Lagos Assembly and across the state, urging them to remain steadfast in faith and exemplary in conduct.
He concluded by urging the Muslim community to sustain the virtues of Ramadan beyond the fasting period. (NAN)
