Merchant Navy Union Greets Christians , Muslims On Coinciding Lent / Ramadan
As the blessed Catholic season of Lent—a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and repentance—and the Muslim holy month of Ramadan commence today, the Nigeria Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association (NMNOWTSSA) extends warm greetings to Christians and Muslims worldwide.
National President High Chief Engineer Bob Joseph Yousuo shared these wishes in a statement to our correspondent, signed by Comrade Elder Aleakhue John Okpono, Secretary General of the union.
He noted, “What a coincidence that both faiths begin their fasting and prayer this year on the same day.”Yousuo emphasized that this season reminds us God is one, urging everyone—regardless of religion—to show love to one another.
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He described the period as a time to set aside anger, embrace calm, release pain, hurt, and hatred, and forgive all wrongs.
The marine engineer added, “May we embrace simplicity, feel deep sorrow, and repent of our wrongdoings.”Yousuo prayed that this sacred time of fasting and prayer would strengthen faith, purify hearts, and bring peace, mercy, and abundant blessings to homes and offices.
He asked God to accept our fasting and almsgiving, granting good health and renewed strength throughout this holy month.He wished all Christian and Muslim faithful a very Happy Ash Wednesday and Ramadan Kareem.