Malam Muhammad Adewoyin, the chief imam of the Ar-Razaq Mosque in Tanke in Ilorin, has warned Muslims from using borrowing to carry out their religious duty of offering an animal during the month of Ramadan.
Adewoyin explained to reporters on Tuesday that offering an animal as a sacrifice during the month of Sallah is a sign of submission and loyalty to Allah.
”Borrowing to fulfill this obligation is a way of imposing an unnecessary financial burden on oneself. Sallah is not an opportunity to show off affluence or materialism,” he said.
The cleric, who is also the Principal Assistant Registrar at the University of Ilorin, said it is common knowledge that celebrating with friends and family during the Sallah period is Islamically recognized.
“However, Muslims are expected to spend responsibly during the Sallah celebration,” he added.
Adewoyin pointed out also that it is not obligatory for Muslims to purchase new clothes or engage in lavish spending solely for the purpose of celebrating Sallah.
He urged Muslims in the country to be prudent generally while celebrating during the period.
Credit: NAN
