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| President Muhammadu Buhari and wife, Aisha, perform Umrah (lesser Hajj) at the Masjid Haram (the Grand Mosque) in Makkah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Saturday, May 18, 2019. |
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Sunday in Makkah had Iftar dinner (a fast-breaking meal), a daily ritual during the holy month of Ramadan, in the company of Governor Abdulaziz Yari of Zamfara State and the Emir of Maradun, Alhaji Garba Tambari.
During the event, President Buhari expressed sadness over the loss of lives and destruction of property in the State following banditry attacks.
The President expressed determination to ensure that justice prevails and Nigerians find peace and prosperity wherever they lived.
The Emir of Maradun led prayers for the repose of victims of violent attacks in Zamfara State and all over Nigeria and for God to help the country achieve total peace and stability.
The President was accompanied to the event by Nigeriaโs Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Justice Isa Dodo (rtd), and some personal aides.
The holy month of Ramadan is a blessed time for spiritual reflection and commitment; prayers are encouraged to achieve forgiveness, peace and prosperity of Nations.
