Muslim women urge prayers for peaceful polls

The Federation of Muslim Women’s Association in Nigeria (FOMWAN) yesterday charged Muslim women to troop out to cast their votes for the right candidates on Saturday.

It also asked Nigerians to pray for peace during and after the general elections.

National Amirah, FOMWAN, Hajiah Rofiah Idowu-Sanni, in a statement, said women should play a leading role in the process of electing new set of leaders in Nigeria.

She stated: “There is no doubt that as a nation, we are at crossroads and we are about to make an important decision that will impact greatly on our nationhood. 

“It is, therefore, very important that we are prayerful. We should pray Allah to guide us and grant our nation the best. That Allah should assist whoever emerges in the end in directing the affairs of the country.”

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She also called on Muslim women to warn their children and wards to shun all forms of violence and resist the temptations of being used for disruptions by politicians.

“As we approach the election, I urge that we continue with this peaceful atmosphere. More importantly, as believers, our prayers must include request for peace and harmony during and after the elections.”