The President General of the National Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged the Muslim Ummah to actively seek knowledge in order to fortify their faith.
Abubakar emphasized the value of keeping up prayers for the nation’s leaders and prosperity in his Eid speech on Wednesday.
“We should express gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting us the gift of life and good health, allowing us to observe the 30 days of fasting and celebrate Eid-el-Fitr.
“Today marks a significant day in Islam as Muslims worldwide commemorate the conclusion of Ramadan and the Eid-el-Fitr festivities.
“Moreover, let us perpetuate the spirit of compassion and support for one another, as demonstrated during the month of Ramadan, and extend assistance to those in need,” he appealed.
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The Sultan praised the Sokoto State Government, led by Governor Ahmed Aliyu, for its dedication to promoting unity through cooperation with Muslim scholars.
Additionally, he commended the government’s continuous efforts to uphold the security and advancement of the state, assist the less fortunate, and support civil servants.
In the meantime, the state’s Muslim community was urged by Governor Ahmed Aliyu to maintain the virtues of Ramadan in order to draw Allah’s boundless forgiveness and mercy.
Aliyu, in his Eid message to the Muslim community following the conclusion of the 2024 Ramadan fast, implored affluent individuals in the state to continue demonstrating compassion and generosity toward the less fortunate to earn Allah’s blessings.
“I am aware of the numerous acts of assistance provided by some of our affluent citizens to the needy in our society, which is truly commendable.
“On our part, the government has allocated significant resources to aid the less privileged and vulnerable groups throughout the state,” he stated.
