The Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has welcomed the beginning of Muslims’ holy month of Ramadan, which marks the commencement of 30 days of fasting.
In a message to the nation to mark the occasion, President Buhari prayed to Allah “to accept our sacrifices and increase the unity, solidarity, peace and prosperity of the nation.”
Tolerance
He urged Muslims in the country to exercise patience and tolerance and reject voices that seek to divide the nation.
The President also urged all citizens to show compassion to the millions of the less endowed and remember those that have been displaced by conflict in their charity and prayers in this important period.