Eid El-Kabir: Buhari urges low-key celebration
President Muhammadu Buhari has advised Nigerians, especially Muslims, to observe this year’s Eid El-Kabir celebration with caution, heeding protective directives by state and local authorities.It said the President would observe the celebration privately with his family, adding that the usual Sallah homage and visitation would not be entertained.
The statement, signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, said the President decided to stay away from the usual loud celebration in obedience to the Presidential Task Force on the Novel Coronavirus Pandemic protocols and to help stop the spread of the disease.
“In wishing Muslims a safe and happy Eid, the President reiterated the protocols as issued by the PTF that large gatherings, as much as possible, should be discouraged. “Where small groups choose to hold the Eid together, face masks are necessary, as is social distancing. Advisedly, such prayers should hold outdoors and worshippers are encouraged to bring their own prayer mats.
“In order to stop the spread of the disease, the President will not be receiving Sallah homages by religious, community, party and government leaders and urges citizens to observe the occasion as advised by state and local authorities.
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