The Rector of Federal Polytechnic Ayede, Oyo State, Engr. Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed (FNSE), has extended warm greetings to the Muslim Ummah as Ramadan commences today, 18th February 2026.
The Rector, Engr. Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed, in a statement issued by the institution’s Acting Director of the Centre for Information, Communication and Public Relations, Mr. Sunday Adepoju (ANIPR), described this period of Ramadan as a season of fasting and Reflections.
Speaking on behalf of the Governing Council, Management, Staff and Students, the Rector described the holy month as a period of deep spiritual reflection, self-discipline and renewed dedication to values that promote harmony and national development.
According to him, “Ramadan is not only a season of fasting, but a divine opportunity for personal transformation, compassion and service to humanity. It reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, patience and integrity — values that align with our institutional commitment to excellence.”
He urged members of the Polytechnic Community and the wider society to use the sacred period to pray for peace, unity and sustainable progress in the institution and the nation at large.
“As we observe this holy month, let us strengthen the bonds of unity within our community, uplift one another in kindness, and rededicate ourselves to building a culture of excellence and mutual respect,” the Rector added.
The Rector also offered special prayers for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the country as a whole.
“We pray that Almighty Allah grants President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the wisdom, strength and divine guidance to lead our great nation aright. May this season usher in peace, stability and renewed prosperity for Nigeria,” he stated.
Engr. Abdul-Hameed reaffirmed the Polytechnic’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where moral values and academic excellence go hand in hand.
He concluded by wishing the Muslim faithful a peaceful and spiritually fulfilling Ramadan.
Ramadan Kareem.