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Jos: Muslim Ummah holds special prayer over rising insecurity

Jos Muslim Ummah Committee on Peace, Security and Stability (JOMUPSEC) has organised a special prayer session seeking Allah’s intervention in the insecurity and other challenges confronting Plateau State and Nigeria. The prayer was organized to seek Allah’s intervention to restore peace and stability following killings and attacks in some parts of the state. The prayer […]

The Jos Muslim Ummah Committee on Peace, Security and Stability (JOMUPSEC) convened a special prayer session at the Central Mosque in Jos, with the aim of seeking Allah's intervention to address the security concerns and challenges plaguing Plateau State and Nigeria. This gathering was held in response to recent killings and attacks that had erupted in various parts of the state, prompting widespread concern.

The prayer commenced with the complete recitation of the Qur'an, overseen by the esteemed Sheikh Ghazali Isma'ila Adam, the Chief Imam of the Central Mosque in Jos. During the session, Sheikh Ghazali beseeched Allah for an end to the turmoil, the restoration of peace, unity, stability, and progress, while also praying for an end to the hardships faced by the populace, the safe return of all kidnapped victims, and the conduct of peaceful elections.

He also implored Allah to grant wisdom, guidance, good health, and strength to the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, and all those in authority, urging them to lead with justice, fairness, and wisdom in the best interests of the people. Sheikh Ghazali further urged Muslims and other Nigerians to continue seeking divine guidance and working collaboratively to foster peace, unity, and stability.

The Deputy Chief Imam, Sheikh Nasir Alfalaki, lauded the leadership of JOMUPSEC and all participants for uniting to pray for the state and nation. He underscored the significance of collective prayers, unity, and peaceful engagement in addressing the myriad challenges confronting society. The Chairman of JOMUPSEC, Alh. Sani Mu'azu, explained that the special prayer aimed to invoke divine intervention and blessings for the successful execution of programs and initiatives geared towards promoting unity, peace, and progress in Plateau State and beyond.

The prayer session was attended by a diverse array of attendees, including members of JOMUPSEC, Islamic scholars, community leaders, and dignitaries from the Muslim community.

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