The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has urged an end to violence in Gaza and other conflict zones, calling on Ghanaians and the global community to embrace sacrifice, moral renewal, and interfaith unity.
In his 2025 Eid al-Adha message, delivered on Friday, June 6, Sheikh Sharubutu emphasized that Eid transcends ritual observance, serving as a spiritual call to integrity, societal reform, and global peace.
Quoting Qur’an 22:37, he reminded believers that, “Allah is not interested in the flesh and blood of the animals sacrificed, but in our commitment to piety.”
He urged Muslims to reflect on the deeper moral lessons of Eid, emphasizing that without true transformation, its virtues risk becoming hollow rituals.
Highlighting the story of Prophet Abraham’s obedience, Sheikh Sharubutu noted that Eid’s central message is a point of convergence for Christians, Jews, and Muslims.
“This is the point of convergence of all the Abrahamic religions. Let us use this occasion to strengthen peaceful coexistence and mutual respect.”
The Chief Imam expressed concern over ongoing conflicts, particularly in Gaza, condemning “genocidal impunity and moral bankruptcy.”
“We cannot surrender our God-given humanity to modern-day barbarity in the name of supremacy,” he warned, urging world leaders to uphold justice, dignity, and peace.
Sheikh Sharubutu called for shared values to guide global governance, advocating, right over might, Unity over disunity, Forgiveness over vindictiveness, Reconciliation over aggression and Peace over violence.
