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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said the holy month of Ramadan represents more than abstinence, describing it as a period of compassion, social justice, and community service.

The governor also congratulated Muslim faithful in the state on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, commending their devotion and discipline throughout the period.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed on Thursday, Governor Adeleke acknowledged the spiritual commitment demonstrated by adherents during the month, noting its significance to both personal growth and societal harmony.

According to him, “The holy month of Ramadan represents not only abstinence but a deep commitment to compassion, social justice, and community service.”

He assured the Muslim community in Osun State that his administration remains attentive to their aspirations and values their contributions to the development of the state.

The governor added that his government would continue to protect their rights, support their institutions, and ensure fair inclusion in governance and development initiatives.

“Osun under my leadership will continue to be a state where religious harmony is preserved and where no group feels marginalised,” Adeleke stated.

He emphasised that policies and programmes of government would consistently reflect equity, sensitivity, and respect for all faiths.

Adeleke noted that the enduring lessons of Ramadan are essential to sustaining peace and progress across the state.

He urged Muslim faithful to sustain the virtues imbibed during the fasting period and continue to play active roles in strengthening social cohesion within their communities.

Addressing the Muslim Ummah, the Governor reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to deliver people-focused governance, deepen grassroots engagement, and expand opportunities for all residents.

He also called on Muslims to use the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr to pray for Osun State, celebrate peacefully, support one another, and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged, assuring them that his government “stands with you, listens to you, and works for you accordingly.”

Eid-el-Fitr: Ramadan represents community service, compassion — Gov Adeleke

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Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has called for peace and mutual respect between Christians and Muslims, condemning both blasphemy and lawlessness.

In a statement shared via Facebook on Tuesday, Gumi described both acts as irresponsible and contrary to religious teachings.

He stressed that Islam promotes order and respect, adding that no individual has the right to take the law into their own hands.

He also urged non-Muslims to respect values considered sacred by Muslims and avoid actions that could be seen as desecration.

Gumi warned that foreign interests may be seeking to incite religious conflict in Nigeria but expressed confidence that most Nigerians would not engage in violence.

He added that anyone who breaks the law would be held accountable for their actions.

Gumi said: “A call to peace for every Christian and Muslim. Blasphemy and lawlessness are both irresponsible and antithetical to all religions.

“Islam, in particular, is a religion of order and respect. Nobody is allowed to take the law into their hands. We also hope non-Muslims will respect what Muslims hold sacred and desist from desecrating those values.

“As a nation, we should know there are foreign interests eager to see the country ignite into useless religious wars. Nonetheless, we should not be deceived, as the majority of Nigerians are not going to fight each other. Any lawbreaker will have nobody to blame but himself.”

Gumi preaches peace, mutual respect between Christians, Muslims