Ahead of Eid el-Kabir celebrations, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has instructed Chief Imams of Juma’at mosques across the country to conduct special prayers for unity, peace and progress of the nation.
The Sultan who is also the President-General, Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs in Nigeria (NSCIA), wished Muslims across the world a peaceful and prosperous Eid el-Kabir celebrations now and always. Acting Secretary, Sultanate Council of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’idu Maccido conveyed the Sultan’s message in a statement issued in Sokoto on Wednesday.
”His Eminence is also extending glad tidings to this year’s pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, who are currently undertaking various special obligations of the 2015 Hajj.
”May Allah in his infinite mercy accept their rituals and return them safely to their various countries and destinations,” the statement said.
