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””
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Stranded in the Holy Land: NAHCON Scrambles to Rescue Nigerian Pilgrims Amid Flight Slot Crisis in Saudi Arabia
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”
Triumphant Return: Nigerian Pilgrims to Begin Homeward Journey from Saudi Arabia on Monday — NAHCON Celebrates Eid, Commends Pilgrims’ Discipline
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”
“Sallah Without Rams”: Soaring Prices Force Nigerians to Share Cows, Settle for Chickens Amid Economic Hardship Under Tinubu
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”
Eid-el-Fitr Festivities: Nigerian Government Declares Monday, Tuesday Public Holidays
The Nigerian government has officially declared Monday and Tuesday as public holidays in celebration of this year’s Eid-el-Fitr, a significant Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan.Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, made the announcement in a statement released on Wednesday, urging Nigerians to use the occasion to reflect on the valuesContinueContinue reading “Eid-el-Fitr Festivities: Nigerian Government Declares Monday, Tuesday Public Holidays”
Ramadan Crackdown: Hisbah Raids and Shuts Down Sports Betting Shop in Kano
In a renewed effort to enforce Sharia law during the holy month of Ramadan, the Kano State Hisbah Board has raided and sealed a sports betting shop in the state. The Islamic police carried out the operation as part of a broader campaign to uphold religious discipline and ensure strict adherence to Islamic teachings.Hisbah officialsContinueContinue reading “Ramadan Crackdown: Hisbah Raids and Shuts Down Sports Betting Shop in Kano”
Kano State Government Allocates N8 Billion for Ramadan Feeding Program
In a significant move to support citizens during the holy month of Ramadan, the Kano State Government has announced a budget of N8 billion for its Ramadan Feeding Program.The revelation was made through the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, drawing widespread reactions from the public. This initiative aims to provide free mealsContinueContinue reading “Kano State Government Allocates N8 Billion for Ramadan Feeding Program”
Katsina’s Bold Ramadan Directive: Private Schools to Shut for Holy Observance
In a decisive and unprecedented move, the Katsina State government has mandated the closure of all private schools throughout the Ramadan period. Issued on February 27, 2025, by the Katsina State Hisbah Board and signed by Commandant General Aminu Usman, the directive underscores the state’s commitment to allowing students uninterrupted participation in the holy month’sContinueContinue reading “Katsina’s Bold Ramadan Directive: Private Schools to Shut for Holy Observance”
Saudi Astronomer Predicts Ramadan 2025 Start Date as March 1
Saudi-based platform Expatriates.com has announced via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle that renowned astronomer and visionary expert, Abdullah Al-Khudairi, has forecasted the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan to fall on Saturday, March 1, 2025.Al-Khudairi, a respected figure in the field of astronomy and moon sighting, based his prediction on precise astronomicalContinueContinue reading “Saudi Astronomer Predicts Ramadan 2025 Start Date as March 1”
Sultanate Council Calls on Nigerian Muslims to Sight Ramadan Crescent on February 28
In a significant announcement, the Sultanate Council of Sokoto has called on Muslims across Nigeria to look out for the new moon of Ramadan on Friday, February 28, 2025.The directive, which was shared via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, underscores the importance of moon sighting in determining the commencement of the sacred IslamicContinueContinue reading “Sultanate Council Calls on Nigerian Muslims to Sight Ramadan Crescent on February 28”
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