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Africa-Press – Uganda. <\/strong><\/span>Sheikh Hafiz Muhammad Harunah Bukenya, the Second Deputy Mufti of Uganda, has called on Muslim couples to regard marriage as a sacred obligation rooted in God-consciousness.<\/b><\/p>\n

He made the remarks during the wedding ceremony of Mr. Warid Bemba and Shakira Kalumba held in Kakubo, Booza, Butambala near Mpigi Town Council.<\/p>\n

Speaking to the newlyweds and the assembled guests, Sheikh Bukenya emphasised the importance of mutual support between spouses in all circumstances.<\/p>\n

He urged couples to seek guidance from Allah through prayer during difficult times and to consult their parents, responsible relatives, and religious leaders before making decisions that could threaten their marriage.<\/p>\n

\u201cAlways carry in your heart the memory of the many people who came to witness your union before you make any decision that could wreck it,\u201d Sheikh Bukenya said.<\/p>\n

The ceremony drew a cross-section of dignitaries and religious leaders, including Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, Minister for Kampala Metropolitan Affairs; Aisha Kabanda, Woman MP for the area; Sheikh Imran Ssali, UMSC Secretary for Religious Affairs; Sheikh Juma Mawejje Kabanda, Regional Assistant to the Mufti for West Buganda; and Sheikh Muhammad Iddi Kabuye, Kadhi of Greater Mpigi.<\/p>\n

The event also served as a tribute to the bride\u2019s father, Mr. Ismail Kalumba Butanaziba, a veteran broadcaster at Radio Bilal FM 94.1, recognised for his contributions to community development through radio sensitisation.<\/p>\n

In his address, Sheikh Bukenya announced a new resolution by the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) National Management Committee, chaired by the Mufti of Uganda,Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje.<\/p>\n

The resolution prohibits UMSC officials from acting as campaign agents for politicians in the forthcoming national elections to safeguard mosque neutrality.<\/p>\n

Sheikh Imran Ssali officiated the marriage vows, while clan heads and imams offered guidance and encouragement to the couple.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Uganda. Sheikh Hafiz Muhammad Harunah Bukenya, the Second Deputy Mufti of Uganda, has called on Muslim couples to regard marriage as a sacred obligation rooted in God-consciousness. He made the remarks during the wedding ceremony of Mr. Warid Bemba and Shakira Kalumba held in Kakubo, Booza, Butambala near Mpigi Town Council. 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