Senator Yunus Akintunde urged the Muslim Ummah to uphold the tenets of the Islamic faith, especially during this blessed period as commanded by Allah in the Holy Quran.
“Ramadan fasting is a time for exceptional piety, kindness, and generosity towards our fellow human beings.”
“You who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous.” (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:183)”
“During this sacred month of Ramadan, let us exemplify love, and kindness, and offer prayers for Nigeria.”
In a statement issued by the Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Senator Akintunde, Kunle Olatunji, emphasized the importance of consistently embodying kindness and generosity, which are inherent qualities of faithful adherents of Islam.
“The Ramadan fasting period serves as a reminder of the fundamental Islamic principles for all Muslims.”
Senator Akintunde encouraged the Ummah to remember the beloved nation, Nigeria, as they offer prayers during the Holy month of Ramadan, for a continued peace and progress.
“Piety, love, and kindness should be our natural inclinations as adherents of the Islamic faith. This period of fasting only emphasizes our commitment to the teachings of Islam as a constant reminder to submit to the will of Almighty Allah.”
He prayed Almighty Allah continue to guide and bless all believers who have the grace to observe this Islamic injunction as commanded by Allah in the Holy Quran.
“He also encourages those who, due to valid reasons, cannot partake in the fasting period, to sustain their faith through prayers and adherence to the tenets of the faith.”
“I strongly believe in the power of prayers as a critical support to human endeavors. It is a collective responsibility for everyone to pray for the government for Allah’s guidance and divine benevolence.”
“Therefore, we must maximize the benefits of the Ramadan fasting period to pray for Nigeria and its leadership.”
Meanwhile, the senator highlighted series of lectures on schedule at specific prayer hours on selected radio stations across Oyo State, with fundamental Islamic teachings by renowned scholars will be aired throughout the Ramadan fasting period to include:
Agidigbo 88.7FM, Ibadan
6:15pm-6:30pm;
YES 101.7 FM, Ibadan
4:30am-4:45am; Dynasty 89.9 FM Oyo
5:30am-5:45am; Brave 91.1 FM, Ogbomoso
3:45 pm-4:00 pm; and
Solutions 93.9, Ibadan
Call to Prayer
5:00 am & 7:00 pm.
