In this trying economic times, Muslims in Nigeria have been reminded that the slaughter of livestock, especially rams, during Islamic festivity of Eid-Adha is not compulsory, according to Islamic injunctions.
An Islamic scholar, Imam Abdulhameed Shuaib Agaka, told Economic Confidential that the sacrificial ram for Sallah celebration is permissible but not obligatory compared to the five pillars of Islam.
He said: “Considering the current economic situation, Muslims should prioritize their need and ensure they provide basic necessities for the family, especially accommodation, feeding, medication, education and mobility.
“It is after meeting the basic essentials that surplus income could be utilise for Sallah ram and other celebrations.”
Quoting from the Holy Quran, Dr. Agaka said….
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