By LYDIA SHEKIGHENDA
President Jakaya Kikwete has warned that all persons engaging in
violation of the law, particularly those causing public fear, will face
stern action.
Tanzania’s President, Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete
He was referring to the violence in Mbagala, on the outskirt of Dar es
Salaam on Friday where three churches were destroyed by an angry mob
from the Muslim community following an incident where a 14-year old boy
reportedly defiled the holy Quran.
“Muslims have the right and reason to be annoyed…” he acknowledged “…
but wrecking and burning churches is unacceptable and does not solve,
but worsens the problem…” asserted the president.
Kikwete cautioned the public to observe the rule of law and allow it to
take its course. Just as important, he reminded Tanzanians to be more
tolerant and considerate.
He reminded the nation that it is only detrimental to make decisions
while clouded by anger and rage, in which case one’s judgement is
compromised and choices flawed.
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