John Dramani Mahama, the former president of Ghana, has extended his best and kindest wishes to Muslims for a blessed Eid-al-Adha.
In a short message on Facebook, the former president John Mahama said, the celebration should remind Muslims of the impact of obedience, sacrifice, and Allah’s divine mercy.
John Mahama said, “The Eid reminds us of the value of obedience, sacrifice and Allah’s divine mercy.”
Mr Mahama also wished the prayers of celebrants be answered by Allah and their sacrifices be acceptable to Him as well.
“As we safely celebrate with family and loved ones, may our prayers be answered and our sacrifices be acceptable to Allah. May we be inspired by the sacrifice to give back to humanity, something that is bigger than ourselves,” wrote the former president.
The celebration of Eid-al-Adha is observed Ibrahim’s devotion to Allah and his readiness to sacrifice his son, Ismail.
Therefore, Eid-al-Adha means the festival of sacrifice.
Read Mahama’s full text below:
Sending my warmest wishes to my Muslim brothers and sisters for a blessed and happy Eid-ul-Adha.
The Eid reminds us of the value of obedience, sacrifice and Allah’s divine mercy.
As we safely celebrate with family and loved ones, may our prayers be answered and our sacrifices be acceptable to Allah. May we be inspired by the sacrifice to give back to humanity, something that is bigger than ourselves.
Above all, may Allah accept our prayers, heal our world and bless our homeland Ghana.
Eid Mubarak!
From my wife, Lordina, and I.