Kun-Fayakun Islamic Society, others Celebrate Holy Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday

By Saheed Olatunji, Reporter

The City of Lagos, witnessed this morning, a vibrant celebration of Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, known as Mawlid Nabiyy by members of Kun-Fayakun Islamic Society of Nigeria and other Islamic Organisations.

Today was declared as a public holiday by the Federal Government to mark the birthday of the Holy Prophet.

Thousands of Muslims gathered in various locations across the city to mark the day.

Men, women and children, dressed in beautiful attires, participated in the peaceful prayers and processions, chanting songs of praise in honour of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).

Investigation conducted by the Spynews revealed that thousands of Muslims converged on major streets, filling the city with processions carrying banners and flags.

Islamic scholars delivered sermons highlighting the Prophet’s virtues and encouraging the faithful to emulate his lifestyle of humility, peace, and compassion.

The celebrants, organised in groups, moved in vibrant processions through the streets of Kano, chanting melodious songs of praise in honour of Prophet Muhammad.

The National President, Kun-Faysku Islamic Society of Nigeria, Arch Abdul-Waheed Adewale Adetona and the National Missioner of the group, called on the Muslims to emulate the lifestyle of Prophet Muhammad, describing him as a man of peace, love, humility, and justice.

According to Arch. Adetona: “By following the Prophet’s teachings, Muslims can cultivate these noble qualities and live in harmony with others.”

The National Missioner also described the Prophet’s birthday as a moment of reflection, reminding the Muslims to strengthen their faith and commitment to Islamic teachings.

Members of Kun-Fayakun and other Muslims expressed joy over the peaceful conduct of the celebration, which has become an annual celebration among Kun-Fayakun Islamic society.