Category Archives: ISLAM

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially announced an extension of the registration deadline for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The announcement, made via the commission’s official X handle, was confirmed by NAHCON Chairman, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, who stated that the new deadline is now February 10, 2025.This extension is aimed at providingContinueContinue reading “NAHCON Extends 2025 Hajj Registration Deadline, Urges Early Compliance”

The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has asserted that the Nigerian Constitution permits the establishment of Shariah arbitration panels in the South-West, emphasizing that they serve as a voluntary dispute resolution mechanism exclusively for Muslims.In a statement released via Sahara Reporters’ official X handle, JNI Secretary General,ContinueContinue reading “JNI Defends Shariah Panels in South-West, Cites Constitutional Backing”

A recent, alarming statement by an Okun man from Kogi State, identifying more with his Fulani roots, has sent shockwaves through the Yoruba community. The man, speaking during a recorded X Space titled “No Space for Hate Mongering in Nigeria,” made ominous remarks threatening the Yoruba people, accusing them of rejecting Sharia law and fuelingContinueContinue reading ““Tensions Escalate as Kogi Man Calls for Jihad in Yoruba Land Over Sharia Rejection””

A fresh wave of controversy has erupted as Yoruba youths strongly oppose the recent statement by the Sultan of Sokoto, endorsing the possible implementation of Sharia law in South-West Nigeria. The resistance, which has sparked heated debates across the country, was made public through a statement on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of NigerianContinueContinue reading “Tension Rises as Yoruba Youths Oppose Sultan of Sokoto’s Support for Sharia in South-West Nigeria”

The National Missioner and Chief Imam of the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, Sheikh Abdulrahman Ahmad, has attributed the opposition to Sharia law in Nigeria to ignorance and prejudice. Speaking in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH on Monday, Sheikh Ahmad argued that Sharia, which has been practiced for decades in parts of the country, particularlyContinueContinue reading “Ignorance and Prejudice Fuel Opposition to Sharia, Says Prominent Islamic Cleric”

In a significant development, the Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria (AHUON) has raised alarm over a staggering debt owed by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). Taking to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, AHUON revealed that NAHCON owes its members a hefty sum exceeding N15 billion in outstanding payments.This revelation,ContinueContinue reading ““AHUON Accuses NAHCON of Owing Over N15 Billion in Unsettled Hajj Fees””

The authorities of Saudi Arabia have announced 16th of June, 2024 as the day for the celebration of this year Eid al-Adha (Sallah).  This announcement was given on Thursday after the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent which signalled the beginning of the 12th Islamic month.  This means that Friday, 7th of June will markContinueContinue reading “Saudi Arabia Declares June 16 As Sallah Day After Sighting Crescent”

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has announced Monday, March 11, 2024, as 1st Ramadan 1445AH and thus declared the commencement of fasting in the holy month. The Leader of the Muslim Ummah of Nigeria made this declaration while announcing the sightingContinueContinue reading “Sultan Of Sokoto Announces Sighting Of Crescent, Declares Ramadan Fast Begins In Nigeria Monday”