Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has enjoined Muslims especially the rich ones, to remember the needy in their respective neighborhood especially during the month of Ramadan.
The governor made this declaration on Sunday via a statement issued to felicitate with Muslims on the beginning of the month of Ramadan.
DAILY POST reports that the crescent of the month of Ramadan, the ninth month of Islamic calendar has been sighted in Saudi Arabia which signified the beginning of Ramadan fast.
Makinde in the statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, described the holy month as a blessed month in which Allah rewards the worship of the Muslim Ummah.
He charged Muslims to increase their prayers for the country and the state.
Makinde while speaking further, urged Muslims especially the rich ones to remember the needy in their various neighborhoods.
The governor also charged Muslims around the world to demonstrate the lessons of love, kindness and good neighbourliness as taught by Prophet Mohammed.
“I felicitate my Muslim brothers and sisters on the occasion of the commencement of the month of Ramadan 1445.
“This is another opportunity offered to us by Allah (SWT) to serve Him and seek His face and I will encourage all and sundry to make good use of the opportunity as always.
“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.
“I also want to charge my Muslim brothers and sisters, especially those who have in abundance, to remember their neighbours and show kindness. It is my prayer that Allah SWT will reward your acts of worship and accept it as Ibadah.”
Ramadan: Remember the needy in your neighborhood – Makinde counsels Muslims