The National Chief Imam, Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has called on all Muslims to eschew lawlessness and prioritise virtuous acts during the 2025 Eid-ul-Fitr celebration.
This celebration marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, which is also a significant festival on the Islamic calendar.
Speaking at the celebration, the spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu noted that times like these bring about the essence of living lives devoid of recklessness.
“Lawlessness is something that must be eschewed as we celebrate on a day like this, so all will see the beauty, and together in unison we shall say, Glory and Mercy be to Allah.
“And we, in unison, will sing his grace and his praises as we give him the praise. Alhamdulillah, all thanks and praises are due to Allah. We magnify him by saying Allahu Akbar; he is most great. There is no one worthy of worship except Allah alone.”
Muslims around the globe mark Eid-ul-Fitr at the end of 29 or 30 days of fasting in the month of Ramadan, which is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
Muslims during the period are encouraged to increase good deeds while refraining from prohibitive acts such as gambling, fornicating, liquor consumption, among others.
They are also required to abstain from eating, drinking and engaging in sexual activity during the day.