Somalia has banned the public celebration of Christmas and New Year festivities, saying it was “contrary to Islamic culture”.
The East African nation follows the example of tiny oil-rich Asian
nation of Brunei, which also recently banned the festivities and
threatened to punish any Muslim caught celebrating it with up to five
years in prison.
“All events related to Christmas and New Year celebrations are
contrary to Islamic culture, which could damage aqidah (faith) of the
Muslim community.
“There should be no activity at all,” Director General of Somalia’s
Ministry of Religious Affairs, Sheikh Mohamed Khayrow was quoted as
saying.
Khayrow also said security forces would break up celebrations anywhere it may be held in the capital city, Mogadishu.
Many Muslim clerics have also backed the government’s move, saying it
was necessary to avoid provoking attacks by Islamic terror group, Al
Shabaab.
Thursday, 24 December 2015
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