Mr Onyekakeya described prayer as a strong spiritual instrument for positive change.
The archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Ibadan, Gabriel Abegunrin, says underage and money-saving fasting is unacceptable.
Mr Abubakar underscored the significance of the secret police boss’ action, saying that it would go a long way in promoting religious harmony.
The Jigawa Pilgrims Welfare Board has urged intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj to submit their international passports.
Ms Shiru, who gave the advice while speaking with journalists on Tuesday in Ilorin, explained that children under six years were not fully developed.
The Jigawa State head of service said that the gesture was to provide opportunities for civil servants to fully engage in spiritual activities associated with the holy month.
He described Ramadan as a sacred time in which Muslim faithful were expected to rededicate their lives to Allah.
The Kano government has arranged to feed 91,000 people in 91 designated centres during the 2025 Ramadan feeding programme.
The nationwide Christian group condemned the governors’ shutter of schools to observe Ramadan fast as counterproductive.
The deputy governor urged Nigerians to use this period to foster forgiveness, promote peace and support one another.
