Members of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Correspondents’ Chapel in Kwara State came together on Wednesday for a special Ramadan and Lent gathering, reinforcing solidarity and professional camaraderie among journalists in the state.

The event, hosted at the chapel secretariat under the leadership of Chairman Abiola Azeez of Tribune Newspaper, provided a space for spiritual reflection, open conversation, and fellowship over refreshments.

Azeez explained that the gathering was especially timely given recent losses within the chapel, including the late former chairman Layiwola Olanrewaju and member Saka Laro, who passed away seven months ago. He urged members to draw lessons from life’s unpredictability.

“These recent losses remind us of how fragile life is. It is important that we remain united and support one another in our personal and professional journeys,” Azeez said.

Veteran journalist and former chapel chairman Elder Wole Adedeji highlighted the deeper significance of the timing, with Ramadan and Lent coinciding this year. He described it as a divine signal for unity across religious divides.

“The fact that Muslims and Christians observe their holy seasons together this year carries a strong message: we must embrace unity and respect each other, no matter our faith,” Adedeji said.

Mumuni Abdul Kareem of Daily Trust also addressed members, reflecting on the spiritual essence of Ramadan. He encouraged Muslim colleagues to focus on forgiveness, introspection, and compassion during the holy month.

The gathering concluded with a renewed commitment from all members to strengthen professional cooperation and foster harmonious relationships within the chapel.