Boss Mustapha stated that Eid prayers should not exceed one hour and called for the suspension of all Durbar activities. xHe said observation of the limitations on all indoor gatherings and decentralisation of Eid prayer to neighbourhood Friday Mosques (outdoor). The SGF also said the government would sustain the current restrictive measures against travellers from countries including India, Brazil, Turkey and South Africa. “The PSC felicitates with the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. It, however, urges all state governments and religious leaders to be mindful of the potential for wider spread of the virus during large gatherings.”

Source: The Guardian July 18, 2021 07:15 UTC