By Olukayode Idowu, Maiduguri
SUNRISE NEWS, Maiduguri, July 30, 2020 The Eid prayers was observed peacefully in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital amidst tight security and partial observance to covid-19 protocols.
At Ramat Square venue of the main eid ground which witnessed large turnout of worshippers including Borno state Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, Senators representing Central and North Borno Kashim Shettima and Abubakar Kyari, Shehu of Borno Alhaji Abubakar Garbai Elkanemi among other dignitaries.
In a brief sermon shortly after the prayers, Imam Idaini of Borno, Shettima Mamman Saleh enjoined Muslims to imbibe the virtues of sacrifice especially during this period of Coronavirus pandemic as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim.
He prayed for lasting peace in Borno and other parts of the country and also for the quick end to the ravaging COVID-19.
High point of the eid prayer was the symbolic slaughtering of the ram by the Imam Idaini.
In a sallah message shortly after the prayers, Governor Babagana Zulum said he will continue to invest in security, agriculture and youths empowerment to end the decade-long Boko Haram insurgency.
He appreciated the immense support of the President and the entire people of the state for rallying round his administration, assuring to do more for the betterment of ordinary citizen.
