Ramadan: state civil servants to close 3pm daily
Following the commencement of the Ramadan fasting, Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has approved 3pm as the closing time for civil and public servants in the state.
This was contained in a memo signed on Thursday, on behalf of the Head of Service, Ahmed Abdullahi, by information Officer HoCS office, Amos Fabulous.
The memo which was dated March 14, explained that the change in working hours would affect civil and public servants, adding that it would suffice till the end of the month-long spiritual exercise.
The memo partly read, “I am directed to inform you that His Excellency, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, the Governor of Gombe State has approved 3pm each day as official closing working hours for all civil/public servants in the state throughout the fasting period.
“This circular is effective from March 12, 2024, please.
“Kindly bring the content of this circular to the attention of all concerned.”
Barely 24 hours ago, Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, approved the adjustment of closing time for civil servants during the Ramadan fasting period.
Last year, the Jigawa State Government reduced the official working hours in the state by two hours during the Ramadan period.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and holds great significance for Muslims around the world. It is considered the holiest month in Islam.
During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, refraining from eating, drinking, smoking, and engaging in sinful behaviour.
Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam, which are the five basic acts of worship that are considered mandatory for Muslims.