As Muslims celebrate Eid-El-Fitr on Monday, the Rivers State Council for Islamic Affairs has warned Muslims in the South-East not to gather in public.
Eid-El-Fitr is a Sallah celebration that signifies the end of Muslims’ Ramadan fast.
The Islamic council maintained that the warning became necessary following the incessant destruction of lives and properties by hoodlums bent on enforcing Monday sit-at-home order in the South-East.
Speaking with our correspondent, the Vice President-General of the council, Alhaji Nasir Uhor enjoined the South-East Muslims to congregate indoors.
According to Uhor, “Muslims in the South-East should be security alert and avoid gathering in public.
“There are some hoodlums who are still destroying lives and properties in the name of Monday sit-at-home.
“During the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown, we did all our Islamic activities indoors.
“Muslims who are fond of gathering at fun seeking places should avoid such and celebrate at home.
“Their lives are more important than the fun they wish to have during Sallah.”
The Islamic council also urged security agencies to be more professional and ensure that the entire South-East is safe for Sallah.
The council further enjoined Muslims to imbibe the lessons learnt during the period of the Ramadan fast.
