National Chief Imam Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu
The National Chief Imam Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu has congratulated Muslims upon their completion of the Ramadan fasting but was quick to ask that the celebrations which follow should be done in moderation and within the bounds of decency.
In a statement signed by his Personal Assistant Dr. Abubakari Mohammed Marzuq Azindoo he said “I congratulate the Muslim fraternity on the successful end of fasting in the Holy Month of Ramadan and the observation of Eid-Al-Fitr.
“Let the celebration which follows be within the bounds of decency, modesty, and legality”.
Ideally, the Grand Imam explained in the statement “all Muslims who have fasted are expected to gain their fair share of piety at the end of the Holy Month as stated in Quran Chapter 2 Verse 183.”
Such divine reward should however “reflect in our behaviors. Indeed, it should mould us as people whose behaviors conform to the norms of society and the laws of the state” he emphasized.
Continuing he said “the quantity of spiritual cleansing acquired in the Holy Month of Ramadan is meaningless unless it has the capacity to guarantee the quality of attitudinal transformation in the interest of society.”
Eid-Al-Fitr he explained “is a period not only for celebration, but also for reflection. Therefore, at this moment of divine blessing, let us enjoy and reflect on values that are central to the wellbeing of humanity, he counsels.”
He called on all Ghanaians “to prioritize patriotism, humanitarianism, and collectivism, as we strive to build a secular state characterized by cultural diversity and interfaith harmony.”
The spiritual leader prayed for justice in the world, peace in the Middle East, stability in Africa, and prosperity in Ghana.