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Since
February when the incident case of the novel corona virus emerged in Nigeria,
life has not been the same for us all. Our economic and social lives have been
seriously disrupted.
For the first time in living memory, Muslims in our country
fasted this year without spiritual acts of worship that accompany the Holy
Month of Ramadan, and had Eid celebration devoid of the mandatory congressional
prayers. Historically too, this would be the fourth time in all time that the
holy pilgrimage of Hajj would suffer restrictions.
To
the glory of the Almighty, the restrictions are being eased. But we are not yet
there. There’s still work to be done to ensure that we contain the spread of
this virulent disease and rebuild our economic and social life post Covid-19.
It
is important that we continue to priotise personal hygiene of washing our
hands, using face masks, avoiding crowded places and observing social
distancing.
The
essence of the Eid el Kabir festivities is a reminder of a life of service as
exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and encouraged by Prophet Muhammed (SAW).
In this season of a virus pandemic, we should acknowledge that part of the
sacrifices required of us is adherence to instructions and protocols towards
the containment of the spread of the corona virus.
In
the last four months or so, we have been united in our common resolve to beat
this disruptor to our lives. We have drawn strength from one another. We have
been guided by the dictum that no man/woman is an island, and that a threat to
one is a threat to all. Above all, love has in this season of great
uncertainty, broken down the walls of divisions that seek to compromise our
resolve to stand united.
And,
as Muslims in Nigeria celebrate Eid el Kabir Sallah, it is my hope that we will
continue to pray for the country and work assiduously for the promotion of
love, mutual respect, peace and tolerance in order to build a stronger and more
united country.
I
believe that despite our diversity, we can transform our differences into
strength by identifying the common interests and issues that bind us together.
Yes,
we may have been born different, but religious differences shouldn't be allowed
to lead to acrimony and antagonism among fellow Nigerians.
It
is incumbent on all political leaders, too, to increase their connectivity with
the ordinary people because if they (leaders) are not in touch with the
conditions of the people, it might be difficult to assess the success or
failure of given policies.
May
the blessing of Allah fill your life with peace, joy and good health. Barka Da
Sallah.
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