DAR ES SALAAM, March 21 -- AS Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the Mufti of Tanzania, Abubakar Zubeir, has called on the believers and all Tanzanians to continue safeguarding the countrys peace, stressing its critical role in national development.

The Mufti delivered the message during the national Eid el Fitr prayers at the King Mohammed VI Mosque, located at the headquarters of the National Muslim Council of Tanzania (BAKWATA) in Kinondoni, Dar es Salaam, during the national Eid al-Fitr congregation.

In his remarks, he also urged believers to offer prayers for President Samia Suluhu Hassan as she carries out her leadership duties.

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