A former vice president, Atiku Abubakar has called on leaders at all levels to prioritise the wellbeing of Nigerians.
Abubakar made the call in a statement by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, on Sunday in Abuja.
He also admonished leaders to lead in the fear of God.
“While the Ramadan season encouraged charity to the less privileged, it becomes imperative for leaders to make sure that after Ramadan, governments initiate interventions that will ensure that the wellbeing and welfare of the people are sustained.
“It is important to call the attention of those in positions of authority to the practices of the Noble Prophet Muhammad (SAW) that teach about obligations of leadership to the people.
“It is not enough that the government will ask that the people should brace themselves for harsh economic conditions.
“It is more sufficient for the leadership to show compassion to the masses and act with fear of God,” Abubakar said.
Atiku congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and around the world on the successful completion of the Ramadan fasting.
Atiku described the completion of Ramadan fasting as a blessing from the Almighty.
He reminded Muslims that the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr “should be an opportunity to remind ourselves to continue to intensify the good deeds that were embraced during Ramadan.
He also urged the people to continue to pray for progress in their private lives and that of Nigeria.
