A significant security deployment has been stationed at the Nkwanta Ramadan Prayer Center as part of measures to ensure the safety of worshippers during the sacred month of Ramadan.
This proactive step follows recent tensions in the area, prompting authorities to prioritize security during the period of fasting and prayer.
Hundreds of Muslims gathered for prayers under the watchful eyes of security personnel, who were strategically positioned around the center to maintain order.
The heightened security presence aims to allow worshippers to observe Ramadan without fear or disruption.
The Chief Imam of Nkwanta South, Mallam Amara Ture, addressed the congregation, urging unity and peace among community members.
He emphasized that Ramadan is a time for forgiveness, reflection, and compassion, urging all residents to embody these values in their daily interactions.
“We must rise above our differences and come together as one people. Ramadan teaches us patience, love, and tolerance, and this is what we must practice, especially in times like these,” he stated.
Several Muslim residents also echoed the Chief Imam’s call for peace, expressing hope that the period of fasting and prayer would foster reconciliation among the people of Nkwanta South.
Meanwhile, the Nkwanta South Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) nominee reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining security and stability in the municipality.
He noted that development can only thrive in an environment of peace and security, making it crucial for residents to work together to ensure lasting harmony.
“As a community, we must prioritize peace. The government is doing its part to keep everyone safe, and we expect all residents to contribute by upholding unity and cooperation,” he said.
With Ramadan underway, residents remain hopeful that the presence of security forces will help maintain order, allowing them to observe their religious duties without fear.