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By Abubakar Umar
No fewer than 1,500 food items have been distributed to residents of Kwara South as part of Ramadan support initiatives aimed at assisting the less privileged during the holy month.
The distribution was facilitated by the Dr. Kazeem Alabaja Olayimika Salam Foundation during a Ramadan lecture organised to mark the commencement of the fasting period.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Salam described Ramadan as a sacred month of spiritual renewal, self-reflection, discipline, and generosity.
He urged Muslims to use the period to rededicate themselves to the values of compassion, forgiveness, and mercy.
He noted that the true essence of Ramadan goes beyond abstaining from food and drink, stressing that it is a time for moral rebirth, renewed faith, and a stronger commitment to peaceful coexistence.
According to him, Nigeria’s progress and stability depend on collective prayers and responsible actions from citizens, especially during spiritually significant periods.
Dr. Salam also encouraged Muslims to extend acts of charity to the less privileged, promote community harmony, and uphold Islamic teachings that advocate love, justice, and unity.
Delivering a lecture titled “Needed Reforms to Build Trust Between Leaders and Followers,” renowned Islamic scholar, Ustadh Lukman Isalekoto, underscored the urgent need for genuine reforms to restore trust between leaders and the people.
He described trust as the foundation of sustainable leadership and societal progress, warning that the growing disconnect between leaders and citizens has contributed to social unrest, disunity, and declining moral values.
Ustadh Isalekoto explained that leadership is a sacred trust that demands transparency, accountability, sincerity, and fairness.
He cautioned that when these principles are neglected, public confidence in institutions and governance is weakened.
The scholar called on leaders at all levels—religious, political, and community—to embrace reforms that promote open communication, justice, and inclusivity.
He also urged followers to remain law-abiding, supportive, and constructive in their criticism, emphasising that rebuilding trust is a shared responsibility.
The lecture attracted Islamic scholars, community leaders, and youths from across Kwara South, with participants commending the initiative and pledging to support efforts aimed at fostering unity and strengthening confidence in leadership during Ramadan and beyond.
