The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has described the mindset of people that see spiritual obligations as distractions as unfortunate.
Kashim Shettima called on Nigerians, especially leaders, to exemplify true leadership by prioritizing community service and legacy-building over personal gain.
Speaking on Friday during the inauguration of the Ibapon Central Mosque in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, the Vice President decried the mindset of self-interest over selfishness.
“Today, the world is unfortunately marked by a mindset that values self-interest over selflessness, and many see giving back or even engaging in spiritual obligations as burdens or distractions,” Shettima said.
According to him, the Mosque, by Senator Abdulfatai Omotayo Buhari representing Oyo North Senatorial District, is a “gift for generations” that stands in stark contrast to prevailing materialistic trends”.
“Every second of our lives is a reminder of our impermanence, and the brevity of life underscores the urgency of filling our days with deeds that matter in the hereafter,” he added.
The Vice President noted that the project would “be a source of spiritual strength and inspiration for this community and beyond.”
“This is a legacy, a bridge between this world and the next, grounded in kindness and devotion,” he stated.
“We must ask ourselves what remains when this race ends? In the end, all that endures are the records of our selfless deeds, our adherence to our faith, and our acts of charity,” Shettima added.
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