By CHIDI MATTHEW NWACHUKWU

Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, has wished Muslim faithful a blessed and fruitful holy month of Ramadan.

Obi, through his X (formerly Twitter) handle, urged Muslims to embody brotherly love and devotion to God as they embark on this year’s obligatory fasting and other spiritual exercises that go with it.

“As the Holy Month of Ramadan begins, following the official sighting of the moon and the pronouncement of the Sultan, I would like to urge our Muslim brethren to embody the spirit of the season – brotherly love, fasting, and devotion to God,” said Obi.

The former Anambra governor further called for prayers for Nigeria, for its leaders, and for enduring peace and growth for the country, and for the alleviation of poverty and an end to insecurity in the country.

“Let us use this solemn period to offer sincere prayers for our dear nation—that our leaders prioritize the people’s welfare, that unity and peace prevail, and that insecurity and economic hardship are alleviated,” said the statesman.

Obi urged Muslims to embrace the act of charity and almsgiving in the holy month of Ramadan, and show kindness to the sick and less-privileged members of the society, as taught by the Holy Prophet.

“In this sacred time, may we also embrace charity and almsgiving, especially to the sick and less privileged, as taught by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

“As I continue my nationwide engagements, I wish everyone a blessed and fruitful Ramadan. May Allah accept our prayers and shower us with His blessings. Ramadan Mubarak!,” stated Obi.