The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, Oyo State, Engr Dr Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed, has congratulated Muslim faithful in the Polytechnic community and across the country on the completion of the Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitri.
The Islamic Scholar also called on the staff for more commitment to the duties of the Polytechnic.
Dr Abdul-Hameed said it is a thing of joy that Muslims and non-Muslims have witnessed another celebration of Eid-II-Fitri and called for prayers for the Polytechnic and the country, adding that Muslims should practicalise and imbibe the true essence Eid-II-Fitri.
He enjoined Muslim faithful and general public to reflect the spiritual benefits of Ramadan, which include love, peace and justice in their daily living and, through this, contribute to the development of the community and the nation at large.
He also stressed on the need for Muslims to live in the good ways which, according to him, they have exhibited during the fasting period.
A statement signed by the Institution’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Sunday Adepoju, and made available to newsmen in Ogbomoso on Friday, congratulates the Polytechnic community and Muslim faithful across the country.
The statement read in part: “On behalf of the Governing Council Chairman of Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, Prof. Dakas C. J. Dakas (SAN) and members, other Principal Officers, I felicitate our Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-II-Fitri after the completion of the Ramadan.
“The Holy month provides ample opportunity for our Muslim brothers and sisters to deepen their relationship with Allah (SWT), promote a life of sacrifice, charity and love for one another.”
The statement enjoined the staff and the newly admitted students to be commitment and allow the teachings of Prophet Muhammed on the festival permeate their daily lives
“I charge our teeming staff to show dedication to their duties, even, as we just started lectures with our very pioneer students this week. The students, on their part, should be studious and be abided by all the rules and regulations put up by the Management of the Polytechnic,” he added.