The Vice President, Alhaji Aliu Mahama on Saturday criticised Muslims for the spate of indiscipline in their communities and said it contradicted the tenets of Islam.
He, therefore, asked them to emulate the lifestyle of Prophet Mohammed, and to abide by his teaching, which extols respect for authority, humility and tolerance. The Vice President was addressing Muslims from all over the county and ministers of state at a durbar to mark Maulib Nabiyi, the birth and life of Prophet Mohammed.
He said though the Prophet was an embodiment of righteousness, holiness and divine power, he was disciplined and submitted to earthly authority. "Unfortunately, the opposite attitude is prevalent in many Muslim communities. Indeed, to some of us it amounts to pride and rebellion against lawful authority.
He noted that the disregard for building regulations had resulted in slums in most Muslim communities. Alhaji Mahama asked Muslims to tolerance each other and to ensure peace and harmony towards development.
He said: "We fight at the least provocation because we are intolerant of each others' views and beliefs," resulting in lost of lives and destruction of properties. Alhaji Mahama expressed concern about the proliferation of Islamic sects in the country and called on Muslim leaders to demonstrate truthfulness, self-sacrifice and perseverance.
