He said the Prophet forbade his followers from doing negative things which may lead to disunity among people.
“You must also remember that the Prophet is also a fine example in preserving ties with non-Muslims and he had warned Muslims against persecuting non-Muslims,” Musa was quoted as saying by Daily Express yesterday.
“Prophet Muhammad is an example of a leader who did more work with less talk, a leader who taught the value of loyalty, and put much emphasis on mutual understanding.”
Speaking during the launch of the state-level Maulidur Rasul celebration in Tawau, he said Sabah did not face religious problems even though its people were of various ethnicities and faiths.
Musa said the harmonious ties among the communities should thus be preserved.
“I am confident that the nation’s transformation can be achieved with the existence of tolerance and mutual respect,” he added.
The celebrations saw senior police superintendent Douglas Nyeying Taong, a non-Muslim, being presented with the Maulidur Rasul Special Award for his spirit and relationship with local communities.
According to the Daily Express, the native of Kapit in Sarawak had also received the Darjah Kepahlawanan Pasukan Polis (Most Gallant Police Order) award from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in 2015.
Douglas expressed gratitude to the Sabah government and the state Islamic affairs department for recognising his contribution in delivering the message of security and unity since he was posted to Sabah five years ago.
“I hope my efforts will be an example to individuals of various races and religions, hence strengthening unity in Sabah,” he was quoted as saying.
Musa praised for giving RM334 million to schools, non-Muslim bodies