Almost 30 Muslim communities under the First District of Davao City received assistance on Friday from the office of First Congressional District Representative Paolo “Pulong” Duterte in observance of the Holy Month of Ramadan.
Represented by his son, Rodrigo “Rigo” Duterte II, the First Congressional District Office distributed 576 sacks of rice and cash aid to beneficiaries from April 4 (Thursday) to April 5 (Friday).
There are about 1,000 members from Tausog, Iranun, Maguindanao, and Maranao, among other tribes, who will benefit from the assistance.
“Daghang salamat Congressman Pulong. Amoa ning i-apud-apod sa 100 kapin ka pamilya nga among sakop aron ang tanan makakaon,” said Imam Jun-Jun Pandadagan of San Rafael Mosque.
Imam Noli Distansya of the Datu Loho Madrasato Al-Islamim also expressed thanks to Rep. Pulong.
He also vowed to split the assistance to more than 200 families in their area so everyone would have a fair share of sustenance in the holy month.
Masjid Jamiun Nur’s Imam Ismael Tahir, who also has over 200 members in their village in Bangkal, Davao City.
Tahir said Rep. Pulong has always been supportive to the Muslim community, especially during Ramadan.
Meanwhile. Imam Emran Maongco, from a Muslim Village in Bankerohan, underscored the significance of Ramadan.
According to him, Ramadan is a celebration for them to grow spiritually and build a stronger relationship with Allah while Eidul Fitr is a thanksgiving celebration to Allah and marks the end of the month-long fast.
The lawmaker has instructed the assistance distribution to Muslim communities during Ramadan, respecting and supporting them in this holy month, which started last month and will end on April 10, 2024.
Rep. Pulong said Ramadan is the time for deep reflection, prayer, and contemplation.
On behalf of his father, Rigo interacted with Muslim leaders and members.
He expressed support and aligned himself with its efforts to achieve a common objective of constructing a society that embraces diversity and inclusivity.
Rigo did not forget to thank them for their support to the Duterte family.
