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He commended Sierra Leoneans for upholding religious tolerance in the country, saying that that was something they should cherish.<\/p>\n<p>He said that religion was about peace and love and, therefore, urged religious leaders to preach messages that would promote unity in the country and help its development. He commended the First Lady and the sponsors for the completion of the facilities.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14662 tie-appear\" src=\"https:\/\/snradio.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/81332456_516534478957603_3672816011586830336_o-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>First Lady, Madam Fatima Maada Bio, who later donated assorted food items to residents of the two communities, said that she was pleased to witness the opening ceremony of two mosques that would be used to praise and glory Allah. 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