Bittou Marks Ramadan with Calls for Tolerance and Unity

Bittou – On Wednesday, April 10, 2024, the Muslim community in Bittou gathered in various locations across the town to observe the Ramadan festival. The day was marked by prayers and messages promoting tolerance and forgiveness, echoing sentiments felt throughout the Center-East region of the country.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the congregations began early at 7 am at key sites including the Bittou municipal stadium, where large numbers of the Sunni faithful assembled. Iman Ali Kere led the sermon, emphasizing the importance of tolerance, generosity, and integrity among community members. He strongly discouraged any involvement with corrupt practices or terrorist groups, aiming to strengthen the community’s resolve against such influences.

Security measures were notably stringent, with attendees undergoing thorough checks at prayer sites to ensure safety and peace during the celebrations. Following the communal prayers, the faithful returned to their homes to continue the celebrations in a spirit of peace and moderation.