This Islamic feast is usually celebrated in grand style characterised by extensive merry making, extending helping hands to each other, preaching and teaching of Islam, among others. Right here in The Gambia, Muslims and non-Muslims celebrate the feast together as part of the religious tolerance and co-existence between Muslims and Christians  in the country, thus the name Smiling Coast of Africa.

From time immemorial to date, Muslims celebrate this day with their loved ones both within the urban area and in the provinces. Some travel all the way from the Greater Banjul Area to the villages. The formal prayer of the feast is usually lead by an Imam of the village or town at a specific praying area. The said prayers are attended by members of the village, both young and old, and followed by the subsequent slaughtering of sacrificial animals, in the tradition of Ebrahima and his beloved son, Ismaila.

The feast of Tobaski and other Islamic feasts also include the delivering of powerful messages from Imams and the head of state. These messages convey words of wisdom and vision for people of the country, especially on the need to cherish peace, unity and love at all times.
The Arts and Culture anchorman was amongst thousands of worshipers on the praying grounds in Bakau, where both the Alkalo and Imam were at hand to deliver lectures and urge people to be always peace loving and law abiding. These two heads are known for their strong opposition to all forms of violence and insubordination. 

The Gambian leader, President Jammeh’s tobaski message earned the admiration of all peace loving Gambians. He emphasised the need for people to help each other at all times. He spoke extensively on the values of peace, unity and love.