The Plateau State government distributed food items to Muslims enjoying the holy month of Ramadan on Thursday as a show of support and unity.
The effort is aimed at ensuring that all citizens can observe Ramadan with dignity and ease, as well as to lessen the stress on families during this holy season.
The distribution, led by Plateau state’s chairman of the Ramadan Palliative Committee, Abubakar Shilak, includes a variety of staple foods that are typically consumed throughout Ramadan, such as rice, maize, and millet.
Speaking as he distributed the supplies to the chairmen of the several local government committees, Shilak stated that the provisions represent the dedication of Governor Caleb Mutfwang to promoting inclusivity and compassion in the community, in addition to meeting the dietary needs of those on fasts.
He emphasised the value of togetherness and solidarity among all citizens, regardless of their religious affiliations, and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensure everyone’s wellbeing, especially during important religious holidays like Ramadan.
“Gov Caleb Mutfwang led government believe in fostering harmony and understanding among all religious groups, the support during Ramadan underscores the commitment of the governor to promoting inclusivity and ensuring that every citizen can observe their faith without hindrance hence the distribution of food items worth millions to the Muslims for their Ramadan”.
Maimuna Isa, one of the beneficiaries from Barkin Ladi local government area who spoke to BusinessDay expressed gratitude to the Plateau state governor, stating that the assistance means a lot to them especially during Ramadan.
“It eases our worries and enables us to focus on our spiritual obligations without being preoccupied with food security.”
The distribution is a result of everyone on the Plateau community working together to preserve social responsibility, empathy, and compassion.
