Ramadan: What to do if you accidentally break your fast – Naira Marley

• Naira Marley has caused a stir online following his post on fasting.
• The singer who is a Muslim encouraged those who might forget they are fasting this period on what to do if it happens.
• Naira Marley’s post has sparked a debate online amongst many.

Nigerian singer Azeez Fashola better know as Naira Marley has shared an opinion with his Muslim brethren, particularly those fasting during this Ramadan season. The fasting exercise began on Friday, 28 February 2025, as Muslims around the world seek the face of Allah.

The singer referred to a rule in Islamic religion noting that if a person forgetfully eats or drinks while fasting, their fast is still valid. Reports claim that Naira Marley’s statement is rooted in the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.

The controversial music executive reminded Muslims not to be harsh on themselves if they unintentionally break their fast before time. He went on to encourage them to continue fasting for the rest of the day. He wrote:

“If somebody eats or drinks forgetfully, then he should complete his fast, for what he has eaten or drunk was given to him by Allah.”

Naira Marley’s message spurred conflicting reactions from both Muslims and other religions, as well as backlash over Mohbad’s death. See some below:

__retired_agbero wrote: Na every Ramadan you dey do good Muslim omo toh bully nko?

Ashabul_Jannaah wrote: Truly, Allah is Most Merciful. May He accept our fasts and forgive our shortcomings.

pappyjay_001 wrote: As it shows that you sabi the religion wella, you go like tell us where you learnt bully from?

ForeignOt wrote: So na Allah feed me rice and chicken wey I finish just now. Alhamdullilah 🙏 @officialnairam1 thanks for the clarification.

lordwarice wrote: If I forgetfully light Baki unkor?

miss_ebony19 wrote: This guy no care anymore.

flyest_mz wrote: Una dey enjoy for this your religion. I understand tasting something cause you forgot so una go go ahead chop am finish?

tz_yangsage wrote: I mistakenly fell and shawarma fell into mouth, and a slice of apple also fell into my mouth. Also 3 litres of water enter into my mouth.

UwaisMohammed17 wrote: ISLAM IS NOT ALL ABOUT PRAYING AND FASTING, IT’S ALSO ABOUT HOW YOU TREAT PEOPLE. YOU CAN PRAY ALL NIGHT, BUT IF YOU’RE RUDE, ARROGANT, OR HURT OTHERS, YOU’RE MISSING THE ESSENCE OF ISLAM.