Pastor George Agyemang Boateng (L) presenting an item to Sheikh Ridwan Mohammed Kudi Bawasaba
The Chief Imam of Atwima Koforidua in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District, Sheikh Ridwan Mohammed Kudi Bawasaaba, has called for global peace, urging an end to rising tensions and conflicts involving countries such as Israel, the United States of America and Iran.
According to him, there is the need for world leaders to prioritise peace and dialogue to ensure stability across nations.
The Chief Imam made the call when the Church of Pentecost, Atwima Koforidua Assembly, led by its Head Pastor, George Agyemang Boateng, together with the church elders, donated assorted items to the Muslim community to mark the end of the Ramadan fast.
Expressing gratitude for the gesture, he described the donation as timely and said it would go a long way to support members of the Muslim community.
He noted that such acts of kindness and solidarity help to deepen the peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims in the country.
Pastor Boateng, speaking to the media, indicated that Ghana continues to stand tall as a beacon of inter-religious harmony, adding that the level of unity between Christians and Muslims in the country is rare in many parts of the world.
He explained that although Christians do not partake in the 30-day fast observed by Muslims, the Church deemed it appropriate to support them as they conclude the holy period.
He said the items, including soft drinks, bags of rice and bottled water, symbolised love, unity and compassion.
Member of Parliament for Bia East Constituency, Mustapha Mohammed, also advised the youth, particularly Muslims, to stay away from illicit drugs and other social vices.
He urged them to remain disciplined, focused and committed to building a better future.
He further disclosed that President John Dramani Mahama has outlined a number of developmental policies aimed at empowering the youth and improving their livelihoods, urging them to take advantage of such opportunities.
FROM David Afum, Atwima Koforidua