Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said collaborative efforts between government and citizens were impetus for a better country.

Governor Abiodun, who made this known at the 2024 Ramadan Special Iftar with the theme, ‘’Nation Building: Shared Responsibility of Government and the Governed’’, at the Arcade Ground of the Governor's Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, charged all and sundry to be alive to their civic responsibilities by paying their taxes, take full ownership of public facilities and imbibe maintenance culture, enjoining the people to rededicate themselves to prayers and supplications,  particularly in  the holy month of Ramadan, as stipulated by the Almighty Allah," he said.

While noting that fasting during the month of Ramadan holds a prominent place in the lives of the Muslim Faithful, described the practice as the most rewarding which teaches Muslims to control their passion and live productive lives, saying that fasting and praying must be an integral part of the lifestyle of everyone.

“Ramadan is not just a physical exercise but a spiritual one that allows for sober reflection and growth of every Muslim”, he said.

The state helmsman further observed that Ramadan is more than abstaining from food, but about giving generously, showing compassion and empathy, coming together in a community to support each other.

In his message, Prof. Tajudeen Yusuf noted that accountability in governance would ensure that government’s resources were judiciously utilised, admonishing citizens to work together for the betterment of the country.

The cleric pointed out that Islam emphasised on justice, irrespective of religion, race, region or sex, stressing that good governance is a shared responsibility between the government and the governed, calling on both to synergise for the good of the society.