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Eid-Ed Maulud: Buhari Sends Message To Muslims

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President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday urged Muslim faithful in Nigeria to follow the examples of Prophet Muhammad of non-violence, peaceful disposition and remarkable virtues of patience.

The President made this known in a goodwill message to Muslim Ummah by his media aide, Garba Shehu.

Naija News reports that Muslim will on Monday mark the Maulud celebration to commemorate the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad.

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President Buhari message reads: “Putting into practice the great virtues for which the Holy Prophet Muhammad is historically famous and revered would have a far greater impact on changing our attitudes and behaviours than the best sermons ever will.

“The indiscriminate killing of innocent people, the kidnapping of female students and forcing them into marriage and conversion is contrary to teachings and personal examples of the Prophet Muhammad.

“Violent extremism is the single biggest challenge facing the image of Islam today which has been hijacked by a minority of misguided elements who are using religion to cover-up their criminal agenda.

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“There is an urgent need for increased vigilance by Muslims in order to frustrate and stop the spread of violent ideologies that are causing human havocs and tragedies around the world.

“Extremism is like cancer that needs to be attacked in its early stages before it grows malignantly out of control and harm the society.”

President Buhari wished the Muslim Ummah a peaceful celebration, urging them to use this occasion to renew their resolve in promoting tolerance, love and harmony.

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