A cross-section of Muslim and Christian leaders has urged the Federal Government to prioritize food security, emphasizing its crucial role in fostering peace and stability in Nigeria.
The call was made on Sunday in Abuja during the Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society’s 2025 Annual Ramadan Food Bank and Iftar event, which brought together faith leaders and over 2,500 fasting Muslims and underprivileged individuals for a shared meal.
The National Chief Imam of Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society, Sheik Fuad Adeyemi, highlighted that the event aimed to promote peace, unity, and religious tolerance among all Nigerians.
“We are all from the same place, and whether we like it or not, we are going back to the same place. We are from God, and we pass through the soil to return to God again. When we come together as Muslims and Christians, we often find peace rather than conflict,” he stated.
Prof. Cornelius Omonokhua, Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), stressed the need for both the government and stakeholders to prioritize the welfare of Nigerians to achieve national stability.
The Al-Habibiyyah Food Bank plays a crucial role in feeding the needy during Ramadan. Alhaji Farouk Suleiman, Chairman of the food bank, shared that over 2,500 beneficiaries receive aid daily, with 50kg bags of rice and 80 crates of eggs distributed throughout Ramadan.
He called on individuals and organizations to support initiatives that uplift the less privileged and promote social harmony.
The event was attended by representatives from CAN, NIREC, and various faith-based organizations, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between religious communities to address food insecurity and foster national peace.
As Ramadan continues, faith leaders are sending a clear message: ensuring food security is a key step toward lasting peace and unity in Nigeria.
