Today, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Wayne M. Caines, JP, MP, on behalf of the Premier, Government and people of Bermuda, accompanied His Excellency, Governor John Rankin, on visits to Mosques across the island.

In light of recent events in New Zealand and as a display of love, solidarity and support, Minister Caines visited mosques and spoke with Imam Bassim Muwaakkil of Masjid Muhammad Mosque, Imam Saleem Talbot of Islamic Cultural Center Mosque, and Imam Ashmead Ali of Masjid Quba Mosque.

Minister Caines said, “As a result of the incident in New Zealand, I wanted to meet with members of the Muslim community and assure them that we understand what they are going through, and that they have the support of the Premier, government and the people of Bermuda.”

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Muslim community in New Zealand and Bermuda during this challenging time.”

Photo L-R : Governor John Rankin, Imam Ashmead Ali, and Minister Wayne Caines