By Felix Kuyinu
Speaker at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has congratulated Muslim faithfuls in commemoration of the Ramadan season.
Obasa on Wednesday charged his fellow Muslim individuals to uphold the teachings of the Holy month as they express supplications to God.
The lawmaker said that Ramadan season goes beyond merrying. He positioned that the season is an avenue to appreciate God for life having been part of those who have witnessed the sacred day.
He advised his religious counterparts to be steadfast and continue having belief in the worship to Allah as such act would aid an improved proximity with God.
“I congratulate Muslim faithful both in Lagos, Nigeria and the world for the successful conclusion of the Ramadan,” said the speaker.
“I pray that Allah hearkens to all our supplications throughout the period with the faith that He will continue to bless our state and country.
“It is a day to reflect on the blessings and opportunities that have been granted by Allah just as it is a period to engage in acts of charity and love to one another.
“As emphasised in the Holy Book, Muslims are advised to give at this period and beyond. They are urged to share love and be compassionate while having the consciousness of Allah’s mercy upon us all.
Obasa admonished the celebrants to inculcate in themselves to be more patriotic for the prosperity of Nigeria. He said, “We all must continue to work hard as we build a peaceful, united and prosperous Nigeria under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu while upholding the lessons that Ramadan brings.
“As Nigerians, regardless of our religious beliefs, we have a country that we aspire to see. We all have to make the country achieve that greatness by being more patriotic and working with the government.
“In the same vein, it has been an upward progression for Lagos. The result of the effective collaboration among the arms of the government is very obvious.
In addition, Obasa uttered, “At the House of Assembly, our pro-people direction has resulted in legislation, motions and resolutions that have brought happiness to the residents of our state. We promise to continue to build on our successes.
“On behalf of my family, colleagues at the House, the management and staff of the Assembly, I wish our Muslim brothers and sisters a beautiful celebration,” he concluded.
