Muslims in Nigeria have been joining their counterparts globally to celebrate this year’s Eid-el-fitri.
In Rivers State, Clerics have enjoined residents, especially the Muslim faithful to embrace peace and tolerance.
Many of the Muslims gathered early in the morning for the open air special prayers called Salat al-Eid.
In his sermon, the chief Imam of Port Harcourt Central Mosque, Imam Malik Yahya called on Muslims to continue the unity and love shared during the holy month of Ramadan, for peaceful coexistence in the society.
Imam Malik urged the Muslim Ummah to continue to pray for peace, progress and development of the country as the country is going into transition from one government to another.
Some Muslim speaks on the significance of Ramadan and the need for celebration of the eid-el-fitr.
Speakers
The Eid-el-Fitr celebration is an annual festival to demonstrate the joy of Muslims across the world for successful completion of one of the most important aspects of faith, the Ramadan Fast, which is the fourth pillar of islam.
SPEAKERS
Malik Yahya- Chief Imam, Port Harcourt Central Mosque
Abdulrazaq Diepriye- Sole Administrator, Rivers Muslim Welfare Board
Habibullah Siere Innocent- Resident of Port Harcourt
Aisha Alabi- Residents of Port Harcourt