Dori: The Muslim community of Liptako commemorated the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) on Friday in Dori, in an atmosphere of contemplation, prayer, and brotherhood. The event, which was held under the banner of peace and social cohesion, brought together the faithful, military authorities, and representatives of other religious denominations.
According to Burkina Information Agency, at the Great Mosque of Dori, Muslim worshippers from various parts of Liptako gathered in large numbers to mark the Mouloud festival. Led by Imam El Hadj Mamoudou Yaya Cisse, they recalled the profound significance of this date, which commemorates the birth of the Messenger of Islam.
Imam Cisse emphasized that this celebration is an opportunity for believers to rekindle their faith and reflect on the Prophet’s exemplary life. “It is fitting for Muslims to remember, with devotion and religious fervor, his life and the path he traced,” he said. The faithful then offered fervent prayers for peace, social cohesion, and stability in Burkina Faso.
The ceremony was attended by the commander of the 4th Military Region, Battalion Chief Amadou Sanou. Addressing the faithful, the officer praised the Muslim community for its mobilization and wished all Muslims in Burkina Faso a happy holiday. He recalled that Islam is above all a religion of peace, and expressed his wish to see it reign in hearts and within society. “We pray that God restores social cohesion in Liptako and throughout the country,” said Commander Sanou. His presence was seen as a sign of unity and rapprochement between the defense and security forces and the population.
The Mouloud commemoration was also marked by the participation of representatives of the Catholic community. Father Olivier, who spoke on behalf of the Christian faithful, expressed his joy at having shared this moment of faith and fraternity with his Muslim brothers. “We prayed that God would strengthen the bonds of brotherhood between our communities and guide us on the path to peace,” he said. Father Sebgo, for his part, congratulated Imam Cisse for his continued commitment to interreligious dialogue, social cohesion, and living together in Liptako.
The various interventions, whether religious or military, highlighted a common denominator: the need to strengthen unity and solidarity between populations, whatever their beliefs.
Mouloud 2025 in Dori was thus more than just a religious celebration: it served as a platform for calling for peace, tolerance, and dialogue. By celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), the Muslim community of Liptako reaffirmed its faith and commitment to the universal values ??of peace and brotherhood.
The presence of the defense and security forces, as well as representatives of the Catholic community, gave the ceremony a dimension of cohesion and community life, essential in the current context. Mouloud 2025 in Dori will thus remain etched as a powerful moment of prayer, communion, and hope for a united and peaceful Burkina Faso.