The Seniors Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government Owned Companies SSASCCOG, Maritime Branch has congratulated stakeholders in the industry , particularly Muslim faithful, as they celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Fitri, which marks the end of a month-long spiritual renewal after 30 days of fasting, prayers, and other spiritual activities.
President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) affiliate group, Comrade Akinola Bodunde in his Eid-el-Fitri message on Wednesday to commemorate the occasion, enjoined Muslims in the maritime industry and staff of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA)to continue on the path of spirituality, peaceful co-existence, and to remain tolerant of other religious denominations in the industry, saying that the maritime sector was known for religious harmony.
Bodunde also assured members of the union that the economic challenges they are currently facing in the country will soon be over adding that the union will continue to engage government for a better welfare package for workers.
He prayed that“I want to also use this medium to urge Muslims as well as other religious denominations in the country to continue to offer prayers for continued peace and stability in Nigeria. We must all unite and work together for the growth and development of our state and the country.”
Continuing , the union boss said: “As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitri worldwide, I want to join millions of people around the world, to wish our Muslim brothers and sisters in Nigeria Eid Mubarak. We thank God for sparing our lives to witness and celebrate the 2024 Eid-el-Fitri.
“Ramadan is very significant to Muslims across the world as one of the five pillars of Islam. Fasting during the month of Ramadan teaches us about abstinence from worldly pleasures, steadfastness in prayers, and total submission to the will of Allah in accordance with the Quranic injunctions.
“I urge the Muslim faithful in the industry to continue to live in peace and harmony with believers of other faiths as we have always been in the sector. They should continue to emulate the good virtues inherent in Ramadan, such as helping the poor and the vulnerable in society, offering gratitude to Allah, and showing compassion and generosity to one another, among other good deeds.” Bodunde reiterated.
