Category Archives: ISLAM

By Usman Umar The Khalifa of Modibbo Ibrahim Daware, Sheikh Muhammad Bashir, has reaffirmed the vital role of Maulid celebration in fostering peace, unity, moral discipline, and socio-economic development across Nigeria, urging Muslims to sustain the revered tradition for the greater good of society.Sheikh Bashir made this call while addressing journalists during the Maulid celebrationContinueContinue reading “MAULID CELEBRATION STRENGTHENS PEACE, UNITY, DEVELOPMENT — SHEIKH MUHAMMAD BASHIR”

By Our Correspondent Fear and outrage gripped Plateau State on Saturday night as gunmen suspected to be local militias abducted 12 Muslim worshippers travelling to attend Maulud prayers in Gaji village, Bashar District of Wase Local Government Area.The chilling incident reportedly occurred at about 10:30 p.m. along the Bunyun axis of Wase LGA, when theContinueContinue reading “TERROR ON PLATEAU ROADS: Gunmen Abduct 12 Muslim Worshippers En Route Maulud Prayers”

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has accused the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and some of their foreign allies of orchestrating what it calls a campaign of “falsehood and foreign-backed propaganda” over alleged genocide against Christians in Nigeria.In a strongly worded statement dated October 10, 2025 (18th Rabi’ul ThaniContinueContinue reading “Muslim Council Accuses CAN of Treason, Foreign Propaganda Over Genocide Allegations”

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially announced the 2026 Hajj fare, pegging the cost at an average of N8.2 million for intending pilgrims across the country — a reduction of about N200,000 from the 2025 rates.In a statement issued on Saturday, NAHCON revealed a zonal breakdown of the fares: pilgrims departing fromContinueContinue reading “NAHCON SLASHES 2026 HAJJ FARE TO N8.2M — PILGRIMS TO PAY N200,000 LESS THAN LAST YEAR”

The WALIN Ganye, Alhaji Mohammed Sadiq, has extended heartfelt felicitations to the Muslim Ummah across Adamawa State, Nigeria, and the world on the auspicious occasion of Eid-El-Maulud, the commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).In his message, the revered traditional titleholder and elder statesman described the celebration as a period of deepContinueContinue reading “Eid-El-Maulud: WALIN Ganye Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Calls for Unity, Peace, and Renewal of Faith”

In a landmark move set to redefine religious welfare in Northern Nigeria, the Sokoto State Government has announced the introduction of monthly allowances for Imams, their deputies, and Mu’azzins across the state.The announcement, which has already sparked widespread reactions on social media after being shared on the state’s official X handle, underscores the government’s commitmentContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Sokoto Govt Approves Monthly Allowances For Imams, Deputies, Mu’azzins, Boosts Support To Jumu’at Mosques”

The Yobe State Hisbah Commission, in a dramatic public demonstration of its commitment to moral and religious values, on Thursday destroyed 243 cartons of assorted alcoholic beverages in Damaturu, the state capital. The destruction was part of a sweeping crackdown on the sale and consumption of alcohol, which remains banned in the state under IslamicContinueContinue reading ““Moral Mandate: Yobe Hisbah Destroys 243 Cartons of Alcohol, Vows Crackdown on Illegal Sales””

Hundreds of Nigerian pilgrims who recently concluded the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia are now stranded as the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) faces a critical shortage of return flight slots. The situation has sparked concern and frustration among pilgrims and their families, as the Commission battles bottlenecks in Saudi Arabia’s congested airspace.InContinueContinue reading “Stranded in the Holy Land: NAHCON Scrambles to Rescue Nigerian Pilgrims Amid Flight Slot Crisis in Saudi Arabia”

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the return journey of Nigerian pilgrims who participated in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage will officially commence on Monday, June 9, 2025, marking the 13th day of Dhul-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar. The announcement was made by Prof. Abdullahi Mukhtar Saleh, the Chairman and Chief ExecutiveContinueContinue reading “Triumphant Return: Nigerian Pilgrims to Begin Homeward Journey from Saudi Arabia on Monday — NAHCON Celebrates Eid, Commends Pilgrims’ Discipline”

As Nigerian Muslims join their counterparts across the globe in celebrating Eid-el-Kabir today, Friday, June 6, 2025, the traditional spectacle of ram sacrifices is fading fast. In its place, chickens, shared cows, and solemn prayers have taken over—a stark reminder of the deepening economic despair under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.Across major livestock markets inContinueContinue reading ““Sallah Without Rams”: Soaring Prices Force Nigerians to Share Cows, Settle for Chickens Amid Economic Hardship Under Tinubu”