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”
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“AHUON Accuses NAHCON of Owing Over N15 Billion in Unsettled Hajj Fees”
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””
Saudi Arabia Declares June 16 As Sallah Day After Sighting Crescent
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”
Sultan Of Sokoto Announces Sighting Of Crescent, Declares Ramadan Fast Begins In Nigeria Monday
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”