A prominent member of Penpushing platform and former Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Sarafa Tunji Isola was among the distinguished personalities invited by President Bola Tinubu for a Special Iftar (breaking of fast) held in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
Penpushing reports that the ceremony held at the Presidential Villa symbolized the enduring partnership between spiritual leadership, traditional institutions, and democratic governance in the pursuit of peace, unity, and national development.
The other dignitaries include Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Aremu Gbadebo, Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle.
Penpushing further reports that others are Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba Saka Matemilola, Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo,Oba Lawrence Adebajo, among other eminent monarchs and dignitaries across the country.
The holy month of Ramadan, is a season defined by devotion, reflection, charity, and unity, while the guests collectively broke the Ramadan fast in an atmosphere of solemn reflection and national fellowship.
Penpushing also reports that Ishola in his remarks said the occasion reflects a lifelong commitment to service rooted in faith, diplomacy, and community leadership, stressing that Iftar symbolizes the enduring relevance of moral leadership in shaping Nigeria’s future.
The Tayese of Egba and a revered Islamic leader across Yorubaland and beyond, added that the convergence of royal authority, spiritual guidance, and presidential leadership at the Villa during this sacred month speaks to a deeper national aspiration: a Nigeria united in faith
Penpushing reports that the President on his part emphasized that Ramadan Iftar gatherings such as this serve as profound reminders of the values that bind the nation together in faith, humility, compassion, and collective responsibility.
The President reaffirmed the vital role of spiritual and traditional institutions in nurturing national unity and guiding the moral direction of society, and equally called for religious tolerance toward peace, stability, and prosperity.
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