The Executive Chairman of Itire-Ikate LCDA, Hon. (Dr) Ahmed Olanrewaju Apatira, has congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and beyond on the celebration of the new Islamic Year, 1446 AH.
Meanwhile, the Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, declared Sunday, July 7, 2024, as the first day of Muharram, marking the beginning of the Islamic New year.
The Executive Chairman urged Nigerians to be tolerant, perseverance and live in peace with one another.
“As we celebrate the new Islamic Year, 1446 AH, let us reflect on the importance of the Hijra as exemplified in the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and follow his examples.
“On this day, I urge every Nigerian to migrate from social vices and cultivate habits that promote National cohesion and unity.
“We also need to introspect on our journey as a nation and our duty as a patriotic citizen to make it a greater country.”
Apatira wished Muslims in Nigeria a blessed Hijrah celebration and prayed to Allah “to uphold our community upon its goodness.”
He also urged the citizens to continue to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in his strives to address the challenges facing the country.
. TheWitness
