MCE calls for religious unity, collective fight against drug abuse in Tamale

Alhaji Adam Abubakari Takoro, the Tamale Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE), has called for stronger religious unity and collective efforts to combat drug abuse in the Northern Region.

He underscored the need for residents, chiefs, and opinion leaders to work together to safeguard the future of the youth.

Alhaji Takoro emphasised that peaceful coexistence among people of different faiths remained crucial to maintaining peace and social harmony in Tamale, and urged Muslims to continue fostering cordial relationships with adherents of other religions.

He also stressed the importance of inclusivity in education, stating that schools should not deny admission to students based on their religious backgrounds.

He said both Islamic and Christian educational institutions should remain accessible to all interested learners, explaining that education was meant to impart knowledge and develop individuals, irrespective of faith.

Alhaji Takoro made the call when he spoke on behalf of the Northern Regional Minister, Mr Ali Adolf John, during the Eid al-Adha celebrations in Tamale.

Touching on the growing concern over drug misuse and abuse in the region, he appealed to chiefs, elders, and opinion leaders to support security agencies in tackling the menace and other social vices affecting the youth.

“Our chiefs and elders should fully support the police and other security services to help protect our youth from drug abuse because they are our future leaders,” he said.

He cautioned the youth against engaging in drug abuse, warning that the law would deal with individuals whose activities threatened their future and the development of society.

Alhaji Takoro reiterated the need for collective responsibility in protecting young people and ensuring a peaceful and productive society.

Sheikh Abdul-Salam Ahmed, the Northern Regional Chief Imam, urged Muslims to uphold the teachings of Islam by sharing sacrificial meat with relatives, neighbours, and the less privileged during the Eid al-Adha festivities.

He noted that sharing and caring were key values of the celebration and encouraged Muslims to use the occasion to strengthen unity, compassion, and community support.

Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates the devotion and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim to Allah and is marked by prayers, sacrifice, and acts of charity among Muslims worldwide.