From Our Correspondent
Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has posited that the just concluded 30 days Ramadan fast enriched Nigeria spiritually.
Governor Abiodun stated this in a Sallah message to Muslims yesterday.
The governor in his felicitation message yesterday in Abeokuta, signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Lekan Adeniran, commended the Muslim faithful for their prayers and for committing the country into the hands of Almighty Allah (SWT).
He added that their prayers, supplications and acts of charity should be sustained.
“The benefits are massive and I know that the country has started reaping some of them,” he said.
Abiodun also commended Muslims in Ogun State for their unwavering support for his administration, commitment to the growth and development of the state, saying it would not be taken for granted.
“As a government, we remain committed to creating a society that all residents will be proud of and I am extremely grateful that I can count on your support, wise counsel and contributions,” he said.
The governor, who acknowledged the economy and security challenges in the country, said it is already changing for the better.
“With all the prayers, there is a positive charge and renewed commitment to national development on the part of the political leadership,” Abiodun added.
According to him, Eid-el-Fitr offers Muslims an opportunity to renew their bond of love with one another as a community, state and country.
