CEBU CITY, April 10 -- Over 2,000 Cebuano Muslims gathered on Wednesday for public prayers at the Plaza Independencia to celebrate Eid'l Fitr which marks the end of Ramadan or the holy month of fasting.

Ijoden Hadji-Azis Mamacol, executive director of the Cebu City Office of the Muslim Affairs and Indigenous Cultural Community, said the public prayers headed by their Imam, Sheik Muhammad Khalil began at 7 a.m. and ended after 40 minutes of prayers and sermon.

Ustad Khalil, a young Imam, has gained attention among the younger generation for his unique perspective and engaging style of delivering sermons.

Proficient in Arabic, English, and Tagalog, Khalil effortlessly connects with audiences of diverse backgrounds.

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