President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has urged Maldivians nationwide to embody the teachings of Islam.

He said this in an address to the nation on the auspicious occasion of the Hijri New Year 1444, on Friday evening.

As such, urging the people to prioritize their adherence to Aqeedah, the president shed light on the importance of incorporating the teachings of Islam in our life.

In his message, the president extended his warmest greetings and best wishes to his people as well as all Islamic nations across the world, and their people on the occasion.

The president honored the beginning of the Islamic New Year by praising Prophet Muhammad SAW (PBUH) and the righteous impact he had on humanity through his teachings of love, compassion, and the Islamic Hidayah.

He went on to urge Muslims across the globe to draw morals from the Hijra journey and use the values to improve their lives whenever possible.

Shedding light on the events of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) journey from Mecca to Medina, President Solih noted that the Islamic nation was founded after the Hijra exhibited all the qualities required for a nation to develop and succeed.

He went on to attribute these qualities to the thriving Islamic empires that prevailed at the time.

Further, the Maldivian president stated that the journey taught many “timeless”, “invaluable” lessons in all aspects of life, including economic and political development.

He added that they continue to demonstrate qualities for the development of a “modern” society.

With this being said, President Solih urged Maldivians to solidify social bonds and work “together” to ensure peace and harmony in communities nationwide.

The Islamic New Year refers to the historic journey of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina.