Peter Obi and Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu extend goodwill to Nigerians as Lent and Ramadan begin, urging reflection, prayer, and national unity
Nigerian leaders have extended goodwill to both Christians and Muslims as the Christian season of Lent and the Muslim holy month of Ramadan begin simultaneously on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
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Former presidential candidate Peter Obi described the concurrence of Lent and Ramadan as “a rare spiritual convergence to cherish and revere.”
He noted that, for the first time in many years, both sacred seasons start on the same day, calling it “a powerful symbol of shared sacrifice, reflection, and the possibility of national renewal at a time when our collective identity has been strained by ineffective governance.”
Obi highlighted that both seasons involve fasting, prayer, and thanksgiving, referring to it as a “Double Fast,” a divine invitation to transcend differences and rediscover shared humanity.
He encouraged Nigerians to use the period for both spiritual and practical action, saying, “Let our fasting remind us of the suffering of our neighbours; let our prayers stand as a shield over our nation. May our sacrifices be accepted, and may this unique alignment usher in a lasting era of peace and unity across Nigeria. A Holy Lent and Ramadan Kareem to all.”
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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu also extended greetings to Muslim faithful in the state, wishing them a period filled with peace, reflection, and abundant blessings.
He urged residents to continue keeping one another in prayers throughout the holy month.
