Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, Ghana’s National Chief Imam, has made a heartfelt appeal for an end to the violence in Gaza and other areas of conflict, urging both Ghanaians and the international community to embrace a spirit of moral renewal, sacrifice, and interfaith solidarity.
In his message for Eid-Al-Adha 2025 on Friday, June 6, the Chief Imam articulated that Eid transcends mere ritual; it serves as a profound spiritual invitation to cultivate personal integrity, societal reform, and global peace. “Eid-Al-Adha is a celebration of sacrifice and a chance to reaffirm our faith in Allah,” he stated. He referenced Qur’an Chapter 22, Verse 37, reminding believers that “Allah is not interested in the flesh and blood of the animals sacrificed, but in our commitment to piety.”
Dr Sharubutu encouraged Muslims to contemplate the moral significance of the occasion, emphasising that its true worth lies in inspiring transformation and a shift “from negativity to positivity in the supreme interest of our society.” He cautioned that without this reflection, the virtues associated with Eid risk becoming mere empty rituals.
Focusing on the narrative of Prophet Abraham’s obedience, the Chief Imam underscored its unifying message for all Abrahamic faiths. “This is the point of convergence of all the Abrahamic religions,” he remarked, calling upon Christians, Jews, and Muslims to seize the opportunity to enhance peaceful coexistence and mutual respect.
He also vehemently condemned what he termed “genocidal impunity and moral bankruptcy,” particularly in relation to the situation in Gaza. “We cannot surrender our God-given humanity to modern-day barbarity in the name of supremacy,” he asserted, urging world leaders to champion justice, dignity, and peace.
In conclusion, the Chief Imam called for a reimagined global order grounded in shared values: “Let the global order reflect RIGHT over might, UNITY over disunity, FORGIVENESS over vindictiveness, RECONCILIATION over aggression, and PEACE over violence.” His message, conveyed through his Personal Assistant, Dr Abubakari Mohammed Marzuq Azindoo, urged for tangible actions rooted in faith and compassion to address the pressing moral and humanitarian challenges of our time.
