President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has urged Ghanaians to pray for those who embarked on the holy trip to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform this year’s Hajj.
Two females reportedly died from natural causes and one male died due to a medical condition.
Addressing Muslims at the Black Stars Square on Friday as part of activities marking this year’s Eid ul-Adha festival, President Akufo-Addo asked for Allah’s protection for the pilgrims.
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“Let us pray for those of our brothers, sisters, countrymen and women who have embarked on the Hajj especially our revered Chief Imam. We pray that the almighty sees them through the Hajj rites and bring them home safely,” he prayed.
He, however, expressed satisfaction with the organisation of this year’s Hajj pilgrimage.
“I’m delighted to know that this year, the Hajj has been largely without problem. My government is committed to maintaining the atmosphere that allows people of all religious persuasions to practice their religion without hindrance,” he said.
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The Eidul-Adha festival is also known as the feast of sacrifice.
It is celebrated annually by Muslims to mark Prophet Abraham’s intended sacrifice of his son in fulfillment of a command from God.
The festival coincides with the Hajj activities currently ongoing in Saudi Arabia.