COVID-19: Again, Buhari Rules Out Sallah Homages To Aso Rock

—To Mark Eid Prayers With Family At Home

President Muhammadu Buhari has said he will observe this year’s Eid El-Kabir prayers with his family at home.

Advertisement

It was the same thing the President did during the last Eid El-Fitr celebrations about two months back.

The President, who said on Wednesday that his decision aligned with advisories from the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, ruled out any plans by individuals and groups to pay him Sallah homages at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

“In order to stop the spread of the disease (COVID-19) , the President will not be receiving Sallah homages by religious, community, party and government leaders and urges all citizens to observe the occasion as advised by state and local authorities.

“He once again wishes all citizens a safe and happy Eid”, the State House said on Wednesday.

Advertisement

Buhari appealed to those marking the religious event and all Nigerians to adhere to the safety guidelines on COVID -19, including regular hand washing, applying hand sanitisers and wearing of face masks.

His Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mr Garba Shehu, wrote, “In wishing all 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 absolutely necessary, as is social distancing.

“Advisedly, such prayers should hold outdoors and worshippers are encouraged to bring their own prayer mats.”

Leave a comment

Advertisement