By joshua 
Kogi Civil Service Chairman, Barr. Tanko Osuku, Hosts Legal Luminaries, Religious Leaders to Elaborate Ramadan Iftar in Lokoja, Offers Prayers for Peace, Unity
Yahaya Idris, Lokoja
In a profound demonstration of interfaith harmony, philanthropy, and unwavering community solidarity amid the sacred observances of the holy month of Ramadan, the Executive Chairman of the Kogi State Civil Service Commission, Hon. Barr. Muhammed Tanko Musa Osuku, on Thursday played gracious host to a distinguished assembly of legal luminaries, prominent religious leaders, friends, and esteemed community figures at his residence in Lokoja, the picturesque state capital gracefully situated along the meandering banks of the River Niger.
This highly attended iftar gathering, which marked the breaking of the day-long fast with an atmosphere thick with spiritual fervor, transcended mere feasting to become a dynamic forum for networking, heartfelt dialogue, and collective supplications invoking enduring peace, unprecedented progress, and exemplary good governance not only for Kogi State but across the length and breadth of Nigeria, thereby spotlighting Barr. Tanko’s steadfast dedication to nurturing unity and cohesion in Nigeria’s richly diverse societal fabric.
The event, which attracted a broad spectrum of participants from diverse walks of life, including practicing lawyers from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lokoja Branch, influential Islamic clerics, Christians, and dedicated civil society activists, commenced on a deeply devotional note with melodious recitations from the Holy Quran, delivered by a skilled team of clerics, followed by impassioned prayers and supplications for the well-being, success, and divine guidance of Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and his administration, as well as the national leadership under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Sumptuous local delicacies took centre stage to break the fast, featuring hearty pounded yam served with aromatic fresh fish soup, flavourful jollof rice, fluffy white rice paired with rich stew, succulent chicken, crispy fried meat, and an assortment of refreshing fruit platters, all savoured in an ambiance of joyous camaraderie that underscored the Ramadan spirit of sharing and empathy.
Barr. Tanko, a legal practitioner of impeccable repute and a pivotal architect of transformative reforms within the Kogi State civil service framework, seized the momentous occasion to eloquently extol the timeless virtues of Ramadan as a season of profound self-discipline, heightened empathy for the less privileged, and a rededicated zeal for selfless public service; in line with this ethos, he revealed his recent philanthropic gesture of donating essential food items to orphans in Lokoja and its environs, further cementing his reputation as a compassionate leader committed to uplifting the vulnerable.
Guests, comprising notable figures such as members of the NBA Lokoja Branch and several erudite Islamic clerics from the area, showered lavish commendations on the host for his exemplary leadership, boundless generosity, and timely initiative, hailing the iftar as a radiant beacon of hope and resilience amid Nigeria’s trying economic challenges, including galloping inflation, acute food scarcity, and widespread hardships that test the fortitude of ordinary citizens.
As the evening unfolded with soul-stirring live nasheeds, warm exchanges of fellowship, and robust discussions on pressing national concerns such as judicial reforms, inter-religious tolerance, and the imperative of collaborative governance, the gathering collectively reaffirmed the indispensable role of public officeholders like Barr. Tanko in bridging societal divides, promoting peaceful coexistence, and fostering a shared vision for prosperity.
Attendees departed the event profoundly inspired, spiritually rejuvenated, and more united than ever in the enduring spirit of Ramadan Kareem, with prayers lingering for sustained peace and unity across Kogi State and the nation.