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Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Urges Muslims To Uphold Ramadan Virtues
Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Urges Muslims To Uphold Ramadan Virtues
Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu urges Muslims to uphold Ramadan virtues. He said Eid-el-Fitri was reminder of the enduring values taught during Ramadan.
Mr Sanwo-Olu said this on Saturday at the Eid-el-Fitr celebration organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Home Affairs, at Lagos House, Ikeja.
The programme had the theme “Living Every Second of Life for the Hereafter.”
The governor was represented at the event by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin.
He said that Eid-el-Fitr was not only a celebration marking the successful completion of fasting, but also a reminder of the enduring values taught during Ramadan.
“Today, we gather in gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting us the strength and grace to complete the holy month of Ramadan, a period of sacrifice, reflection, charity, and renewed devotion. Eid-el-Fitr is also a powerful reminder that Ramadan teaches us compassion for one another, discipline, humility, and generosity to those in need.
“These virtues are essential not only to our faith, but also to the continued progress and harmony of our state.
“As a government, we remain committed to building a society where peace, unity, and shared prosperity prevail,” he said.
Mr Sanwo-Olu urged Muslims to carry the spirit of Ramadan beyond the festive period and continue to support one another in the interest of justice, peace, and development.
“I encourage all my Muslim brothers and sisters and residents today to carry the spirit of Ramadan beyond today.
“We must continue to support one another, uphold justice, and work together for the development of our dear state. Let this blessed occasion strengthen the bonds of brotherhood among us and inspire renewed hope for a more peaceful and prosperous future.
“On behalf of the good people of Lagos State, I warmly wish all of us Eid Mubarak.
“May Allah accept our prayers, our fasting, and our acts of charity; and may Allah continue to bless our dear state and nation,” he said.
In her welcome address, the wife of the governor, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, congratulated the Muslim faithful on the successful completion of Ramadan.
She urged them to remain conscious of their purpose on earth by living a life of service, kindness, and devotion to God.
She said the celebration was an opportunity not only for merriment, but also for sober reflection on the lessons of Ramadan and the need to remain steadfast in doing good.
“We give all praise and gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting us the grace to witness this joyous celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.
“While today is a day of celebration, it is also a moment for deep reflection. Eid-el-Fitr reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, discipline, compassion, and generosity; values we have all embraced throughout the Ramadan period,” she said.
Mrs Sanwo-Olu commended the Ministry of Home Affairs, led by the Commissioner, Ibrahim Layode, for organising what she described as a remarkable gathering that brought together people of faith, leaders, and members of the community in unity and shared purpose.
She said the theme of the event underscored the need for residents to live every moment intentionally, bearing in mind that life is transient and that every act of kindness and service to humanity carries eternal significance.
“As captured in the theme for this event, ‘Living Every Second of Life for the Hereafter,’ we are reminded that the clock is ticking. Every day that we live, let us always remember to do good to fellow human beings. Let us not forget our reason for being on this earth.
“This theme calls us to live consciously and purposefully.
“It reminds us that our actions, kindness, service to humanity, and commitment to peace shape not only our society, but also our eternal reward,” she said.
The governor’s wife also called on Lagos residents to continue to show love to one another, support the less privileged, and promote peaceful coexistence across religious and cultural divides.
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“In a time when the world continues to face various challenges, the lessons of Ramadan provide us with a guiding light.
“Our strength is rooted in our rich diversity, mutual respect, and shared commitment to collective progress.
“It is not only the government; all of us are stakeholders in Lagos State.
“We must continue to nurture harmony within our communities and uphold the values that unite us as one people,” she said.
She prayed to Allah to accept the prayers, sacrifices, and acts of charity, and grant them abundant blessings, peace, and fulfilment.
Ridwannuallah Jamiu, Imam of Lekki Central Mosque, delivered an Eid lecture entitled “Fulfilling the Pre-Existence Covenant: The Quranic Roadmap.” He emphasised the need for Muslims to remain steadfast in obedience to Allah, uphold righteousness, and align their daily conduct with divine injunctions as a pathway to success in this world and the hereafter.
The special adviser to the governor on religion, Abdullah Jebe, offered prayers for Lagos State, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), as well as market men and women across the state for Allah’s protection and blessings.
Mr Layode thanked participants for honouring the invitation and urged them to sustain the spiritual lessons of Ramadan.
“As we depart, let us go with renewed faith, deeper love for one another, and a stronger commitment to peace and service to humanity.
“May the blessings of Eid remain with us, and may Almighty Allah continue to guide and prosper Lagos State. Eid Mubarak to you all,” Mr Layode said.
EFCC Arrests CEO, One Other For Alleged N68m Visa Fraud In Enugu
Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested one Chukwujindu Goodness Nchekwube, Chief Executive Officer, Goodben Global Travels and Tour Limited alongside Rogers Oluwaseyi Eruku (a.k.a Bakary Rogers Yanni), a suspected fraudster, for allegedly defrauding 24 (Twenty-four) victims the sum of N68, 020, 000. 00 (Sixty-eight Million, Twenty Thousand Naira) under the pretence of assisting them to process work visas.
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A petitioner, James Ikechukwu, alleged that Nchekwube approached him and introduced herself as a visa consultant capable of assisting people to procure work visas to their desired countries, through her company, Goodben Global Travels and Tour Limited.
He further alleged that between September, 2024 and December, 2025, he contracted Nchekwube’s company (Goodben Global Travels and Tour Limited) to process work visas to various countries for 20 (Twenty) of his clients and the sum of N57, 620, 000. 00 (Fifty-seven Million, Six Hundred and Twenty Thousand Naira) was transferred to her company’s accounts for processing the visas, with a promise to deliver them at a stipulated period of time.
“However, after receiving the money, Mrs Nchekwube blatantly refused to deliver the visas to my clients as agreed, rather, she converted the money to her personal use. After much persistence for her to deliver the work visas, she delivered some visas to some of my clients but to our greatest surprise, it was discovered that the visas/Offer Letters were forged to make my clients believe that they were genuine”, the petitioner alleged.
In the course of investigation, the suspect claimed that she gave the said money to Eruku who had presented himself to her as a reliable person capable of procuring visas for people to any part of the world. She claimed that the said fake visa/Offer Letters were procured by Eruku.
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In a curious twist, another petitioner, Oranezi David Chinedu alleged that Eruku, sometime in May 2024, offered to procure work visas for him and three of his friends to Ireland and some other countries.
He claimed that the total money fraudulently collected by Eruku for the visas was N10, 400, 000. 00 (Ten million, Four hundred Thousand Naira), only for him to handover forged documents to them. “I was highly disappointed at the criminal act by Bakary Rogers Yanni to have collected money for visa processing purposes only to issue me and my friends fake documents”, he said.
The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
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Akpabio Commends Eno’s Humility, Dedication To Project Completion Eno’s Humility, Dedication To Project Completion
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has commended the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, for incorporating youths into the state’s security architecture.
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…Assures Gov. Eno of Overwhelming Electoral Victory in Akwa Ibom.
Speaking Sunday evening during a stopover visit by Governor Eno, Senator Akpabio also lauded him for completing the Ibom International Airport project.
He expressed appreciation for the Governor’s humility and respect for elders in the state, noting that he was highly honoured by the visit.
Citing the re-election victory of his colleague, Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress , APC, who secured a second term with 319,224 votes, Senator Godswill Akpabio assured Governor Umo Eno of an even more resounding electoral mandate from the people of Akwa Ibom State.
He further prayed for God to grant the Governor greater wisdom and understanding in the leadership of the state.
In his remarks, Governor Umo Eno, who fondly described the Senate President as his grandfather, extended 2026 Father’s Day felicitations to Senator Akpabio and briefed him on the ongoing developmental strides of his administration.
Akpabio Commends Eno
Describing Senator Godswill Akpabio as a distinguished leader, the Governor said he remains a mentor and respected elder statesman, praying for continued wisdom for him to make laws that serve the common good of the nation and the state, reaffirming his total support to President Bola Tinubu, and the Senate President till 2031.
The Governor visited the Senate President accompanied by his entourage and technical team.
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Saud Commences 2026 Food Aid Distribution
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Abuja, through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) and in partnership with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has flagged off the 2026 Food Aid Project aimed at supporting populations affected by displacement, insecurity and other humanitarian challenges across Nigeria.
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The project will distribute 24,302 food baskets, each weighing approximately 60 kilograms and containing essential food items, including rice, cooking oil, white beans, salt, and other staple commodities.
Valued at over US$1.5 million, the intervention is expected to benefit 145,812 people in communities across the country, providing much-needed relief to vulnerable households facing food insecurity.
Speaking during the flag-off in Damaturu, the Director-General of NEMA, reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the transparent and efficient distribution of the food items to identified beneficiaries, in line with its mandate to coordinate disaster response and humanitarian assistance in Nigeria. The food baskets will be distributed across the five intervention states, which are Yobe, Benue, Anambra, Kebbi and Taraba States.
The food aid initiative underscores the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s continued commitment to humanitarian assistance and support for vulnerable populations in Nigeria and the Lake Chad Basin region. Through KSrelief, Saudi Arabia has continued to provide critical relief interventions to improve food security and alleviate the suffering of people affected by crises.
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The partnership between NEMA and KSrelief reflects the importance of international collaboration in addressing humanitarian challenges and supporting communities in need.
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Monday, 22 June, 2026
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