ZANZIBAR Second Vice-President, Amb Seif Ali
Iddi who was the guest of honour, addresses the Muslim faithful during
the Mawlid Baraza.
ZANZIBAR Second Vice-President, Ambassador Seif Ali Iddi, yesterday called upon Muslims across the country to re-live the teachings of Prophet Muhammad S.A.W, in the fight against corruption by observing diligence and integrity.
Amb. Iddi made the call as a guest of
honour at Maulid Baraza celebrations observed to mark the birth of
Prophet Muhammad, held nationally in Ruangwa District, Lindi Region. The
celebrations were also accompanied by the launch of the peace committee
in Ruangwa District.
“We have the responsibility as Muslims
to follow the teachings of our Prophet by not engaging ourselves in
corruption, for it’s also an act of worship ... the Prophet has
emphasised in his teachings that a person who gives, receives and
perform in writing bribe has been cursed against the face of God,” said
Amb. Iddi.
He observed that corruption has over the
years deprived the majority of Tanzanians from obtaining proper basic
needs such as health, education, among others. Many have witnessed the
unearthing of over the billions of shillings that were spent on paying
ghost workers by few unscrupulous officials.
“The decrease in integrity and honesty
prompted President John Magufuli as he assumed power to launch the fight
against corruption in the country,” said the Second VP.
He also revealed that the evils of
corruption are not only emphasised in Islam, but also in the teachings
of other religions, the fight shouldtherefore, be intensified to support
Dr Magufuli against the vice.
He further urged Muslims to engage in
decent work and refrain from illegal dealings as they lead to
embezzlement and other forms of abuse. He urged believers to be faithful
in marriage, to protect their families from deadly diseases such as HIV
and AIDS and unnecessary suffering.
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa
acknowledged the good work of Mufti Abubakar Zubeir for his two years’
period since he was appointed as Chief Sheikh.
“I congratulate you for the
transformations you have carried during the two years’ session,
particularly in initiating the celebrations to be carried out in
different parts of the country, so that the message can reach the wider
majority,” noted the PM.
He further applauded the Sheikh for
selecting this year’s theme “Education, Economics and Development are
the priorities of Muslims,” as it helps the wider community to reflect
and act as guidance towards change.
He also delivered greetings from the
President who was closely following through the celebrations from the
previous night’s events to those of yesterday. The event was also
attended by PM’s wife, Ms Mary Majaliwa, other government leaders and
several Members of Parliament (MPs).
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