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President Muhammadu Buhari performs Umrah rituals amid tight security in Makkah
President Muhammadu Buhari recently performed the Umrah rituals at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, amid tight security.
The President’s visit to the Holy City was announced by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, in a terse statement on Thursday.
Buhari was received by several officials, including a delegation from the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and Nigerian Embassy staff.
Buhari’s visit to the Prophet’s Mosque
A day before performing the Umrah rituals in Makkah, President Buhari also visited the Prophet’s Mosque in the second Holy City of Madina.
The President’s eight-day official visit to the Kingdom began on Tuesday.
Commentary
President Buhari’s visit to the Holy Cities of Makkah and Madina is significant, particularly as it comes at a time when the Muslim world is facing several challenges.
The President’s visit serves as a reminder of the importance of religious tolerance, unity, and peaceful coexistence, which are fundamental to the teachings of Islam.
It also provides an opportunity for the President to strengthen the existing relationship between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, particularly in the areas of trade, investment, and security.