Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
In the memorial of Ash Wednesday and Ramadan memorial today 18th February 2026 in Anambra State, the Commissioner of Police CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc mnips PhD urges Christian and Muslim faithful especially in Anambra State to align their faith together to pray for the nation and sustain the message of peace by showing values of love, forgiveness, and tolerance among each other. This was contained in a statement signed by SP. Ikenga Tochukwu, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command.
The statement reads: “Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a period of 40 days of prayer, fasting, and repentance leading up to Easter. It’s a time for Christians to reflect on their mortality, sinfulness, and need for salvation. Similarly, Ramadan is a sacred month of fasting and spiritual growth for Muslims, during which they abstain from food and drink from dawn to sunset. Both Ash Wednesday and Ramadan share common themes of repentance, self-reflection, and spiritual growth.
“The highlights of the memorial include the celebration of the church service at the Command Headquaters and the application of Ashes on the forehead of the faithful, ” it also added.
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