By ADAMU ABDULLAHI

“It is necessary for us to be united and put behind us all our differences,” the emir said, adding: “This is the only way Muslims and the religion of Islam can face the challenges squarely”.

Dr. Bayero was speaking during this year’s annual Zikiri (special prayers) marking the beginning of first month of the Islamic new calendar year organized by the Tijjaniyya Movement, at the emir’s palace last Friday.

The royal father stated that there are a lot of lessons to learn from the life of some of our great leaders which according to him, could lead to Muslim Ummah’s triumph in life.

Alhaji Bayero who traced the history of Sheikh Ibrahim Inyas and Sheikh Ahmadu Tijjani, said they all taught Muslims on how to live a life in accordance with the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him.

To this end, the emir enjoined Muslims to desist from envy and jealousy among themselves rather, they should come together and forge ahead to face the new challenges in the current global order.

He also called on them to participate fully during the forthcoming national census, while urging them to donate generously when the appeal fund for the renovation of the Abuja National Mosque comes up.

On his part, Kano state governor, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau called on the Ulamah to be united and work towards the proper spread of the Islamic religion.

Malam Shekarau who lamented the moral decadence and indiscipline among some Muslims, advised them to restrict their lives to the teachings of Islam in order to ensure that no problems bedevil the society.

He advised Muslims to uphold the virtues of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, so as to reap the mercies of Almighty Allah.

Among the dignitaries who attended the prayer session were, the Bauchi state governor, Alhaji Ahmadu Adamu Mu’azu, his host, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau and the representative of Nassarawa state governor among others.