The Association of Local Government Secretaries of Nigeria, Kogi state chapter, has called on Muslims to use the holy month of Ramadan to pray to Almighty Allah for the quick resolution of the security challenges currently confronting the state and Nigeria at large.
The chairman of the forum and Secretary of Idah Local Government Alhaji Alhaji, made the call on Monday in a Ramadan message signed by Association Secretary, Hon. (Prince) Matthew James Omeiza
Alhaji Alhaji enjoined Muslims to conduct themselves very well during the holy month in order to maximize the spiritual and physical benefits inherent in the month.
He identified good intention, prayers, and firmness of purpose in the pursuit of good deeds as conditions for reaping the benefits of the holy month.
The statement reminded Muslims that Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam and urged the faithfuls to accord it all the necessary attention by being proactive in decisions and actions that will ensure their full participation in the fast.
It also called on preachers to guard their utterances during the fasting period. It urged them to concentrate on the true teachings of Islam rather than engage in mutual recrimination as was the case in the past.
Muslim scholars should instead educate their audience of what is expected of Muslims during the holy month of Ramadan to earn Allah’s blessings.
He urge the Muslim Ummal in the state to use this holy month to continuing praying for Alh Ahmed Ododo Usman the strength and wisdom to lead the state at all time.
