Lagos council distributes 3,000 palliatives to residents
By Azeezat Adeshola Residents of Ifelodun Local Council Development Area (LCDA) have received Ramadan relief materials as the council distributed 3,000 palliatives to support households across the community. The distribution
By Azeezat Adeshola
Residents of Ifelodun Local Council Development Area (LCDA) have received Ramadan relief materials as the council distributed 3,000 palliatives to support households across the community.
The distribution took place at the council secretariat shortly after the 4th Annual Ramadan Lecture organised by the council, which attracted religious leaders, traditional rulers, political stakeholders and residents.
Announcing the initiative, the Chairman of Ifelodun LCDA, Olufemi Akanbi Okeowo, said the gesture was part of the council’s efforts to cushion the effects of economic challenges and support residents observing the Ramadan fast.
According to him, the palliative distribution reflects the council’s commitment to the welfare of the people, particularly during a spiritually significant period that encourages compassion, charity and community support.
Earlier at the event, the guest lecturer, Chief Imam of Offa, Sheikh Muyideen Hussein Salman, urged Muslims to remain patient and content with the will of Allah, warning against envy, jealousy and the desire to acquire what does not belong to them.
He stressed that patience, hard work and acceptance of God’s decision are essential for both spiritual growth and societal progress.
Other Islamic scholars also shared reflections on faith and personal responsibility. Ustaz Isa Bolaji spoke on the Articles of Faith, reminding attendees that individuals cannot reap what they have not worked for and that every action is recorded by Allah.
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Similarly, Sheikh Suleiman Adewuyi encouraged Muslims to combine faith with diligence, noting that a hardworking and strategic Muslim earns greater respect than one who attributes everything solely to destiny.
Several dignitaries attended the programme, including Olu Iwa of Iwa, Oba Al-Moruf Atanda; a representative of Ijora of Ojora; Otunba Bobadega of Agboyi Ketu; Secretary to Governance Advisory Council in Lagos State, Alhaji Mutiu Are and Lagos State Head of Service, Shuabeeb Agoro, who served as special host.
Sheikh Musa Agboola, who commended the council chairman for sustaining the annual spiritual engagement, appreciated participants for their presence.
Beneficiaries of the palliatives expressed gratitude to the council leadership, noting that the support would help ease the burden on families during the Ramadan period.
