States holding open Eid-el-Fitri prayers despite lockdown

Despite warning by Sultan of Sokoto and Head of Jama’atul Nasril Islam (JNI), Sa’ad Abubakar III against holding Eid-el-Fitr congregational prayers, some Governors have eased the lockdown and permitted Muslims to observe the prayers. Ramadan EidMubarak

Despite warning by Sultan of Sokoto and Head of Jama’atul Nasril Islam , Sa’ad Abubakar III against holding Eid-el-Fitr congregational prayers, some Governors have eased the lockdown and permitted Muslims to observe the prayers.The Federal Government also kicked against the move, declaring it might put many people, particularly the aged, at risk of COVID-19 infection.Read Also:It is expected to hold on Saturday or Sunday across Nigeria depending on when Ramadan fast ends.

Traditionally, Eid prayers are performed at a mosque with fellow believers. However, lockdown restrictions, which have forced worship centres to close, meaning many will celebrate the festival within the confine of their homes.

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