Ramadan: Prince Kunle Ogidi, an APC stalwart in Ijero Ekiti, has donated 100 bags of rice to the Muslim community in Ijero Ekiti to celebrate Ramadan. This generous gesture aims to complement Governor Biodun Oyebanji's efforts to bring joy to the people of Ekiti.
Prince Ogidi handed over the donation to the Imam of the Central Mosque in Ijero Ekiti, just in time for iftar. Said the gesture was to identify with the Muslim brothers as the Ramadan fasting period begins.
"I have come to donate this to my muslim brothers and sisters as a show of love, even though I m a Christian, but I believe we all serve a living God, this donation exemplifies my love and support for you and our community during this period, don't also forget that as a Christian we have also begun our fast"...he added.
Prince Ogidi who hails from Ijero said the gesture was to further compliment the efforts of the state governor, His Excellency, Mr Biodun Oyebanji for the Muslim community, especially during this month of Ramadan.
"You will recall that out Governor, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji has been supporting the Muslim community in the state, particularly as they enter the Ramadan period. This token is to compliment his efforts at my local level here in Ijero. I enjoin you all during this Ramadan, including my Christian brothers and sisters in this Lenten season to continue to promote love as we pray to God, and I believe he will surely answer our prayers."... Prince Ogidi concluded.
Prince Ogidi who expressed joy that the astronomical price of petrol was coming down owing to the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, solicited for prayers for the federal and state governments as both President Tinubu and Governor Oyebanji are trying their best to reposition the country and state.
He commended Governor Oyebanji for his efforts at developing the state, while also urging the Muslim community to continue to pray for the success of the governor.
The Imam of the Central Mosque, Alhaji Abdulateef Abubakar and Alhaji Bashiru Taiwo who received the gift items in the presence of other congregants lauded Prince Ogidi for the show of love and commitment to the development of the community and Ekiti state at large.
They said the Muslim community acknowledged his benevolence and prayed for him and Governor Oyebanji's success.
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