Mogadishu, Somalia – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud joined thousands of worshippers at Isbahaysiga Mosque in Mogadishu on Friday to observe Eid al-Adha 2025.
Following the prayers, the president delivered a brief message emphasizing the values of unity, forgiveness, and compassion. He called on citizens to support the most vulnerable, especially orphans, on this holy occasion.
“Eid is a time for reflection, generosity, and strengthening our bonds as a nation,” President Mohamud said, urging Somalis to embody the spirit of the holiday through acts of kindness and solidarity.
The event drew large crowds across the capital, marking one of the most significant celebrations in the Islamic calendar.