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In conformity with what he did during the Eldelfitri celebration about two months ago,President Muhammadu Buhari will observe the Eid El-Kabir prayers with his family at home.
This, according to a release by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, was in line with advisories from the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, and the Presidential Task Force, PTF, on COVID-19.
While 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, just as social distancing. And such prayers should hold outdoors even as worshippers are encouraged to bring their own prayer mats.
As part of his efforts to stop the spread of the disease, Shehu said the President will not be receiving Sallah homages by religious, community, party and government leaders.
Buhari, he added also urged 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 statement said.
