The Federation of Muslim Councils (FMC) has thanked President John Dramani Mahama for declaring March 31 and April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr.<\/p>\n
This appreciation was conveyed in a press statement issued to the Ghana News Agency and signed by Al-Hajj Muhammad Amir Kpakpo Addo, the FMC’s general secretary.<\/p>\n
The Council acknowledged the President\u2019s fulfilment of his campaign promise to the Muslim community.<\/p>\n
They said the decision will help address the challenges some Muslims face in fully observing the festival due to the 29 or 30-day lunar calendar.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are grateful to President Mahama for recognizing the significance of Eid-ul-Fitr and declaring an additional public holiday to enable Muslims to celebrate this joyous occasion,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
The FMC also said that the extended holiday would foster unity, inclusivity, and religious tolerance in Ghana, and provide Muslims with the opportunity to celebrate with family and loved ones.<\/p>\n
The organization commended the President\u2019s leadership in promoting national unity and social cohesion.<\/p>\n
They encouraged all Muslims in Ghana to make the most of the opportunity to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr and continue promoting peace, tolerance, and understanding.<\/p>\n
\u201cEid Mubarak to all Muslims in Ghana and around the world!\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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