President John Dramani Mahama has used the occasion of Eid al-Adha to appeal for global peace. He urged Ghanaians to pray for peace in Bawku (Ghana), Sudan, and wherever conflict was raging, like Ukraine and Russia.

Adha, a period of "communal enjoyment" for Muslims worldwide, has officially arrived. Here's what we've learned about the Islamic holiday.

Adha, a time for prayer and charity. The religious festival occurs over three to four days and is one of the major Islamic celebrations observed by Muslims every year. JONES ENTERS RACE: Jolanda Jones jumps into race for Houston's 18th Congressional District Muslims in Houston are expected to gather at Islamic centers and mosques for special prayers to mark the occasion,