By Hafsa Obeng
Accra, May 26, GNA – Sheikh Dr Amin Bonsu, the National Chairman of the Ghana Muslim Mission, has urged Muslims to uphold the values of sacrifice, compassion and generosity associated with the Eid-ul-Adha celebration.
He said Muslims must emulate the sacrifice and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim by supporting initiatives that would improve societal welfare, particularly through investments in education and healthcare.
Sheikh Bonsu made the call in a message to Muslims in Ghana and across the world ahead of the Eid-ul-Adha celebration.
He also called on Muslims to use the Eid period to pray for peace, national unity and the wellbeing of families, communities and the nation.
“We entreat every Muslim to pray for themselves, their family, their relatives and the nation,” he said.
On the socio-economic development of the Muslim ummah, Sheikh Bonsu said Muslims must make conscious efforts to contribute meaningfully to the development of the Muslim community and the country through the establishment of more schools and hospitals.
“Let everybody make conscious effort to help the cause of Ghanaian Muslims by contributing to build more schools and hospitals,” he said.
The National Chairman further appealed to citizens and political leaders to conduct themselves responsibly and promote peace and harmony in the country.
He said the actions, utterances and attitudes of both leaders and citizens should reflect patriotism and mutual respect to ensure the continued peace and stability of Ghana.
“We also ask both politicians and citizens to guard their thoughts, words and behaviour so that we continue to have everlasting peace in this nation,” Sheikh Bonsu said.
He prayed for the continuous peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians in Ghana and called on educational institutions to respect the religious beliefs of students.
He stressed the need for tolerance and religious freedom in schools, saying students should not be compelled to engage in forms of worship contrary to their faith and prayed that Muslims and Christians continued to coexist peacefully.
Muslims across Ghana and the world are preparing to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant festivals on the Islamic calendar, commemorating the devotion and sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim.
Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice”, honours Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God before a ram was provided in his place.
The festival falls on the 10th day of Dhu’l-Hijja, the final month of the Islamic calendar. This year’s celebration is expected to be observed globally on May 27, 2026.
GNA
Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe