“Eid sermon: cleric urges Nigerians to pray for peace and avoid destruction

Worshipers at the Afobaje Community Mosque in Ota, Ogun State, have been urged to remain steadfast in prayers for the unity and progress of Nigeria rather than engage in actions capable of destabilizing the country.

Delivering his sermon at the Eid celebration, the Chief Imam of the mosque, Sheikh Maulana Tijani Sherif, admonished Nigerians to recognize that the nation remains their only collective home, stressing that there is no alternative country to call their own.

He stressed that meaningful development can only be achieved through the collective efforts of both leaders and citizens, stressing that nation-building is a shared responsibility.

According to him, “There is no other country we can call our own except Nigeria. It is the duty of every individual, both the leaders and those who are led, to contribute positively to the growth and development of the nation.”

The cleric warned against negative expressions and actions, particularly prayers or wishes for war and destruction, describing them as counterproductive to national progress.

“Praying for war or destruction is not an alternative to achieving a better Nigeria. We must continue to pray for peace, unity and stability,” he said.

He further charged Muslims to be at the forefront of promoting good values ​​and development, urging them to avoid actions prohibited by Allah.

The Imam also reminded the faithful of the spiritual discipline observed during Ramadan, encouraging them not to abandon the good deeds cultivated during the holy month.

“All the good things we engaged in during Ramadan should not be left behind. We must uphold those virtues to continue earning Allah’s favor,” he added.

The sermon concluded with prayers for peace, unity and sustained progress in Nigeria.