The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara Traditional Council, Suleiman Sulu-Gambari, has directed all Muslims in the state to observe the Eid prayers at home. He told them to keep off praying grounds in compliance with the government's directives and expert advice on coronavirus. Abdullahi AbdulHameed, the Chief lmam of Ilorin, spoke to the News
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara Traditional Council, Suleiman Sulu-Gambari, has directed all Muslims in the state to observe the Eid prayers at home.
Abdullahi AbdulHameed, the Chief lmam of Ilorin, spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria , on behalf of the Emir.He explained that the directive was to ensure continued maintenance of social distancing rules.
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