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General News of Saturday, 22 April 2023

Source: www.thenationonlineng.net

Govern with fear of God – Hamzat to politicians

Dr Obafemi Hamzat, Lagos State Deputy Governor Dr Obafemi Hamzat, Lagos State Deputy Governor

The Lagos State Dep. Gov. Dr Obafemi Hamzat has urged leaders to relate with citizens with the fear of God, as governance is stewardship which would be accounted for on judgement day.

Hamzat made the appeal after observing the Eid-el-Fitri prayer on Friday at the Dodan barracks praying ground, Obalende, Lagos.

According to him, Muslims should reflect on the lessons learnt during the Ramadan and always put it into practice.

According to him, Muslims should reflect on the lessons learnt during the Ramadan and always put it into practice.

He urged Muslims and non Muslim alike to relate with one another with the fear of God and avoid hatred.

The deputy governor urged Nigerians to refrain from hate speeches, especially on social media platforms, eschew bitterness and other social vices.

He appealed to the people to uphold the acts of serenity and civility and say no to violence.