Accra: Sheikh Dr Amin Bonsu, the National Chairman of the Ghana Muslim Mission, has urged Muslims to uphold the values of sacrifice, compassion, and generosity associated with the Eid-ul-Adha celebration. He emphasized the importance of emulating the sacrifice and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim by supporting initiatives that would enhance societal welfare, particularly through investments in education and healthcare.
According to Ghana News Agency, Sheikh Bonsu conveyed his message to Muslims in Ghana and around the world ahead of the Eid-ul-Adha celebration. He encouraged Muslims to utilize the Eid period to pray for peace, national unity, and the wellbeing of families, communities, and the nation. "We entreat every Muslim to pray for themselves, their family, their relatives, and the nation," he stated.
On the socio-economic development of the Muslim ummah, Sheikh Bonsu highlighted the need for Muslims to make conscious efforts to contribute meaningfully to the development of their community and the country. He urged the establishment of more schools and hospitals to support Ghanaian Muslims. "Let everybody make conscious effort to help the cause of Ghanaian Muslims by contributing to build more schools and hospitals," he added.
The National Chairman further called upon citizens and political leaders to act responsibly and promote peace and harmony in the country. He emphasized that the actions, utterances, and attitudes of both leaders and citizens should reflect patriotism and mutual respect to ensure the continued peace and stability of Ghana. "We also ask both politicians and citizens to guard their thoughts, words, and behaviour so that we continue to have everlasting peace in this nation," he remarked.
Sheikh Bonsu also prayed for the continuous peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians in Ghana and urged educational institutions to respect the religious beliefs of students. He underscored the importance of tolerance and religious freedom in schools, advocating that students should not be compelled to engage in forms of worship contrary to their faith.
Muslims across Ghana and the world are preparing to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant festivals on the Islamic calendar, which commemorates the devotion and sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim. The festival, also known as the 'Festival of Sacrifice', honors Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God before a ram was provided in his place. This year's celebration is expected to be observed globally on May 27, 2026.