The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has declared Wednesday as the first day of Shawwal, marking the end of the Ramadan Fast. Acting Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Barau, urges unity and prayers for the country's growth and development.
The Eid-el-Fitr marks the end of the one-month Ramadan Fast , the fourth pillar of Islam , in which Muslims are devoted to intense worship and prayers to Almighty Allah.
Barau, who is the acting Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, urged all to sustain the lessons of the Holy Month and always reflect it in their daily activities. “Following the declaration of Wednesday, April 10 as the first day of Shawwal 1445AH, marking the end of Ramadan Fast, I wish to rejoice with the entire Muslims across the country. This is a period of joy and happiness, as well as a time to show appreciation to Almighty Allah.“I want to use this opportunity to urge the citizens to remain united and commit themselves to intense prayers for the development of our country.
The Senator representing Ogun West called on Muslims and other Nigerians to continue to pray against insecurity bedeviling the nation and the wisdom for leaders to find lasting solutions to killings stressing that the religion of Islam is a religion of peace, kindness, love of Allah and fellow human beings.
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