Ramadan: Hon (Barr.) Zacchaeus Dare Michael Tells Muslims To Pray For Nigeria, Extend Kindness To Neighbours
The Executive Chairman of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, Hon (Barr.) Zacchaeus Dare Michael, has called for more prayers for Nigeria amid economic hardship in the country.
Zacchaeus made this call in a congratulatory message to Muslims in the local government, state and across the world, on commencement of the month of Ramadan.
The Chief Press Secretary to the chairman, Omofa John, made the statement containing the message available to newsmen in Kabba on Saturday.
The chairman, in the message, described the holy month as a blessed one, in which God rewards the worship of the Muslims.
He noted that though leaders had been doing everything to turn the situation around, “prayers are of greater essence at this time.”
The Chairman equally charged Muslims around the world to demonstrate the lessons of love, kindness and good neighborliness as taught by Prophet Mohammed,
He admonished those who had enough to remember their neighbours, noting that more people were going through hard times.
Zacchaeus said that his administration had been doing everything possible to mitigate the effects of the economic hardship through donations support and women empowerment scheme.
He assured the people of the local government that his government would not relent until life became better for all residents of the local government area.
He said, “This is another opportunity offered to us by God to serve Him and seek His face, and I will encourage all and sundry to make good use of the opportunity as always. I charge the Muslim Ummah to, as they have always done, pray for our dear state and Nigeria, as we have all come to realize that prayer remains the greatest key for believers to make things happen. We do know that our country is in a bit of economic hardship, but while we continue to look up to the leaders to do the needful, we must also support our hopes with prayers to God.’’
The chairman urged Muslim brothers and sisters, especially those who have in abundance, to remember their neighbours and show kindness.
Hon (Barr.) Zacchaeus Dare Michael urges sacrifice, unity during Ramadan, emphasized the significance of the holy month, describing it as a time of sacrifice, self-denial, and supplication.
Signed
Omofa John
Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Chairman of Kabba/Bunu LGA
March 1st, 2025.
