Eid-el-kabir: Sardauki Sues Muslims on obedient to constituted authorities in A'Ibom




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The Chairman, Akwa Ibom State Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Hassan Sardauki has charged Muslim faithfuls to exhibit the spirit of prayers and remain obedient to constituted authorities in and outside Akwa Ibom State.

Alhaji Sardauki gave the charge during the celebration of the 2021 Eid-el-Kabir held at the Itam Central Mosque, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, yesterday.

Alhaji Sardauki who attributed the calamity that people faced on daily basis to disobedience to the commandments of God, called on Muslim faithfuls to seek and embrace peace so that the present insecurity currently bedevilling the country, will be a thing of the past.



Reflecting on the significance of the celebration, the Chairman of the Islamic Affairs noted that the period has availed Muslims the opportunity to pray for peace and unity for their businesses to thrive well in all spheres. He maintained that the essence of the festival is also to extend support to the needy and to show obedience to God almighty.



While thanking God for giving them the opportunity to witnessed the 2021 Eid-el-kabir celebration in Uyo,  he prayed for the President of the federal republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari and the  Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr Udom Gabriel Emmanuel, as well as other political office holders in and outside the State.

He applauded the host community for their peaceful disposition and called on all, irrespective of religious affiliations to show love, understanding and support to one another as exemplified by the maker of man.

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