His Eminence the Sultan of Sokoto Alhaji Abubakar Saad II has reminded Nigerians that the best way to get relief from the hardship being experienced in the county is to return to God in prayers.
Alhaji Saad II also emphasized the importance of leadership and good followership, charged Muslims to unite and co-exist as their brothers keepers.
The Sultan disclosed this on Friday at the grand opening of the Jumu’ah Mosque in Abuja, built by the Jama”‘atu Izalatil Bidi’a Wa’kamatis Sunnah, headquartered in Jos.
Represented by former Secretary to Government of Federation, Alhaji Yayale Ahmed, the Sultan noted “you should be reminded of the importance of leadership, unity and co-existence better between Muslims and Muslims and between Muslims and Christians in the wake of the current situation in the country.
“We are restating our followership and obedience to government but not the kind of obedience for seeking recognition but that of prayer, may God guide you.
The Chairman of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs further stated “Everyone knows the situation Nigeria right now but the solution is to go back to seek divine intervention and prayers, but we should not supplicate for eye service rather genuine supplication. Because the Lord has said that for any hardship there is relief.
He added that the hardship witnessed was as a result of the deviation of the people from the path of God.
“If anyone departs from the worship of God definitely God will not look his side, this is evident in many places in the holy Qur’an. We will continue to give genuine advice to government,” he said.
While congratulating the leader of JIBWIS he promised to continue to support the completion of the Islamic Center.
In his admonition the Chairman of the Council of Scholars, JIBWIS, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir advised judges to shun corruption.
He added that public office holders should uphold truth and transparency in running the affairs of their office.
He admonished Muslims to love themselves and also live in peace with Christians for progress.
Sheikh Jingir said “Muslims are brothers and we must love one another. But also I recommended Muslims to vote for Christians, like in Benue I told Muslims to vote for Christians because I don’t differentiate and not selfish.
He said “I trusted President Bola Tinubu’s for his commitment and he love any Christian who loves peace because he knows what he is doing. He admonish those in leadership positions to enthrone peace in their states. I advise judges to be wary of corruption and admonished public office.
He urged President Tinubu not to remove holders of public offices appointed by the previous government, and urged all to join hands together to build the country.
Those who graced the event were the Vice-President, Kashim Shettima, Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, former Minister of Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Pantami, former governors, former senators, Ministers among others.
