Somalilandsun: The citizens and all Muslims worldwide have been wished a happy Eid al-Adha celebrations.
The wishes were extended through a press state to by Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi who said
“On my behalf and that of my administration I hereby extend Congratulations to all citizens of Somaliland both at home and abroad as well as to all Islamic Ummah
The President of the Republic, Mr. Muse Bihi on the occasion of Eid al-Adha in the year of the Islamic Hijra 1441 which falls on Friday the 30th July 2020.
Adding that this year’s celebration of the important day in the Islamic calendar is unprecedented due to the novel Corona Virus pandemic prevalent worldwide the Somaliland head of state said
“Since Muslims just like everyone else are affected by the Covid-19 pandemic this celebration is very different from any other in history for the faithful are unable to perform Hajj, Pilgrimage”
While thanking Allah for continued protection of Somalilanders against the novel Corona President Bihi concluded by offering prayers thus all achieve prosperity and peace this year
