Despite the directive from the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) that fasting should continue today as a result of the non-sighting of the Shawal moon by authorities last night, the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh AbdulGaniyu Abubakry Agbotomokekere on today perform Eid prayer at the Ibadan Central Eid praying ground, Agodi.
Many notable religious leaders like the Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta States, Alhaji Dawud Makanjuola Akinola De-Damak, former governor Rashidi Ladoja and others missing
Agbotomokekere had on his social media page announced yesterday morning that Ramadan ended yesterday and he was go to lead the Eid prayer Wednesday morning.
Similar event happened three years ago, when the Sheik led the prayers when authorities said fasting should continue
The state deputy Governor, Rauf Olaniyan and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji are some of the dignitaries at the prayer
