The newly elected president of the Supreme Islamic Council, Muhammed Lamin Touray, recently presided over the inauguration of a new mosque in Gunjur Kulkodu.

Speaking to The Point, president Touray underscored the significance of daily prayers at mosque.

He revealed that the mosque is the house of Allah Almighty and also used the occasion to thank the sponsors for their initiative. He called for unity, understanding and stability in the country.

For his part, Ismail Manjang, a partner with the sponsors, said that plans are underway to establish more mosques in different parts of Gunjur in the future.