By Eric Olusesan
The All Progressives Congress, (APC) in Ekiti state has felicitated with Muslims in the state on the celebration of Ramadan.
Chairman of the party, Barrister Paul Omotosho said in a statement in Ado Ekiti on Sunday that it is a thing of joy that Muslims still observe the holy month of fasting and total abstinence despite the Corona virus pandemic ravaging the world over.
The statement, signed by the party’s Director of Media and Publicity, Elder Sam Oluwalana eulogised the Islamic faithfuls for their endurance and steadfastness during the holy month.
According to him, it is on record that the period of Ramadan had ushered in prayers for the country and supplications to end the convid- 19.
The chairman urged them not to forget to adhere to measures put in place by the state government to end the spread of the deadly disease during the celebration.
The statement explains; “These measures include social distancing, washing of hands with water and soap as well as keeping away from any congregation that is more than 20 persons.
” I will love like to implore you all to continue to pray for this country, even after the holy month for quick return to normalcy in the land and to also join hands with the state government to ensure peace and stability in the state