The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), has urged Muslims to comply with the Government’s COVID-19 protocols ahead of this year’s Eid al-Adha celebration.
Friday July 31 is the Eid al-Adha day celebration when rams and other designated animals are slaughtered as part of the religious activities marking the day.
This is contained in a statement by the Deputy Secretary-General, NSCIA, Prof. Salisu Shehu.
Leader of NSCIA, HRH Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto, said in a statement that this year’s Eid is particularly significant as there will be three Khutbahs (sermons) within two days; the Khutbah of Arafat on Thursday, 9th of Dhul-Hiijah and the khutbahs of Eid and Jumu’ah on Friday, 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, 1441 AH.
He said inline with the tradition of the Prophet, Muslims who are not on Hajj are encouraged to fast on the day of ‘Arafat, the 9th day of the month of Dhul-Hijjah, 1441 AH, equivalent to Thursday, 30th July, 2020, while praying fervently to Allah for the forgiveness of sins and healing of the world from all diseases, most especially the destructive Coronavirus.
He urged Muslims to continue to act according to the established protocol in their various Communities and locations in Nigeria during the forthcoming Eid al-Adha.
He said that in places where restrictions have been lifted from congregational prayers, Muslims should observe their Eid prayers while still taking necessary safety measures regarding personal hygiene, facial masks and social distancing.
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