The Federation of Muslim Councils (FMC) has expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for declaring March 31 and April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In a press statement issued to the Ghana News Agency and signed by Al-Hajj Muhammad Amir Kpakpo Addo, the FMC’s general secretary, the Council acknowledged the President’s fulfillment of his campaign promise to the Muslim community.
The statement noted that the additional holiday would help address challenges some Muslims face in fully observing the festival due to the 29 or 30-day lunar calendar.
“We are grateful to President Mahama for recognizing the significance of Eid-ul-Fitr and declaring an additional public holiday to enable Muslims to celebrate this joyous occasion,” the statement read.
The FMC also emphasized that the extended holiday would foster unity, inclusivity, and religious tolerance in Ghana, allowing Muslims to celebrate with family and loved ones.
The organization commended the President’s leadership in promoting national unity and social cohesion, urging all Muslims to take advantage of the opportunity to celebrate peacefully while upholding the values of tolerance and understanding.
“Eid Mubarak to all Muslims in Ghana and around the world!” the statement concluded.
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