Category: Religion

Friday Sermon: Fellow Nigerians, Let’s Embrace Peace And Avoid Violence! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, the All-Knowing, All-Wise, ever Compassionate and Merciful towards His oppressed servants, and ever Mighty against the wrongdoers with a painful punishment. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship but Allah, alone without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger, the noble Prophet. May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him, his family, and all his Companions. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters!…

MURIC Northern Wing Greets Christians on End of Lent, Raises Concerns Over Interfaith Trust

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Northern wing of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has extended greetings to Christians across Northern Nigeria on the conclusion of the Lenten season, while also calling for sincerity and accountability among Christian leadership in the region. In a statement issued on Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Kano State Chairman of MURIC and Coordinator of its Northern Wing, Malam Hassan Sani Indabawa, acknowledged the significance of Good Friday and the end of Lent, urging peaceful coexistence among adherents of both faiths. However, the group expressed reservations over recent remarks by…

EASTER: FG Declares April 3 & 6 Public Holidays, Urges Reflection on Love , Unity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, as public holidays to mark the 2026 Easter celebrations. The announcement was made in a statement on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. According to the statement, the minister extended warm congratulations to Christians in Nigeria and across the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter. He encouraged Nigerians to use the period to reflect on the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance,…

Islamic Family Drama ‘Al-Usri Yusra’ Premieres in Abuja, Spotlighting Faith, Resilience and Unity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A new Islamic-themed family drama, Al-Usri Yusra, has premiered in Abuja, delivered a strong message on faith, patience, and unity within the home. The film, produced by Dr. Ilias Aliyu, debuted at Silverbird Cinema Abuja, attracted families, community members, and film enthusiasts. The premiere marked a significant moment for faith-based storytelling within Nigeria’s entertainment landscape. Aliyu, a respected figure in Abuja’s creative industry, is not new to filmmaking. He is a well-known thespian, a former Governor of the Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners(ANTP), and has contributed significantly to theatre…

Rev. Oresanya Rallies Christians to Rise as Labourers in a Hurting World

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon   A stirring call for compassionate leadership and active Christian service echoed through the Foursquare Gospel Church, Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, as congregants gathered for a spiritually charged Sunday service marking the grand finale of the church’s Drama Week.   Held under the theme “The Mandate: Our Compassion And Commitment,” the service reached its climax with a thought-provoking sermon titled “We Need a Heart Like Jesus,” delivered by Rev. Babatunde Oresanya. The message challenged believers to move beyond passive faith into purposeful, compassionate engagement with a…

OUB Foundation to host Post-Ramadan Lecture on Islamic Leadership in Ibadan

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Ololade Usman Bakare (OUB) Foundation has announced plans to host a Post-Ramadan lecture in Ibadan, aimed at reinforcing the spiritual and moral lessons of the holy month of Ramadan. The founder of the foundation, Dr. Ololade Usman Bakare, disclosed that the event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Indoor Sports Hall of Liberty Stadium, Ibadan. Speaking with journalists, Bakare extended an open invitation to members of the Muslim Ummah and residents of Oyo State to attend the lecture. Bakare, who is also a…

Friday Sermon: Double Blessing, When Eid Coincides With Jumu’ah! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise belongs to Allah, who alternates the night and the day, and in that there is a lesson for those who reflect. He stretches out His hand by night and by day so that the one who has gone too far and committed sins may repent. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without partner, and I bear witness that Muḥammad is His servant and Messenger. May Allah send abundant…

What The Blessed Month Of Ramadan Taught Us! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, who commanded His servants to have taqwa and promised them forgiveness, for He is the One worthy of taqwa and the One worthy of forgiveness. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, with no partner, and I bear witness that Muḥammad is His servant and Messenger (Peace be upon him). May Allah send abundant prayers and peace upon him. To proceed:   Dearn brothers and…

Intercession as the Engine of Mission: Actualizing the Divine Mandate

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon     The sanctuary radiated reverence and spiritual intensity on Sunday, March 15, 2026, as worshippers gathered for a deeply uplifting service marked by vibrant praise from the church choir and an atmosphere of reflection and expectation.   The spirit-filled worship prepared the hearts of congregants for the Word, culminating in a powerful sermon delivered by Rev. M. C. Adebisi titled “Actualizing the Mandate Through Committed Intercession.” Drawing from Matthew 9:35–38Rev. Adebisi emphasized that fulfilling God’s mandate requires not only going and giving but also persistent…

US/Israel-Iran War: Let The Muslim Ummah Come To Their Senses! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Praise be to Allah, who has honoured the Muslim believers with servitude to Him alone and submission to Him, and has bound their hearts with the bond of allegiance to Him, and has made it obligatory upon them to show mercy to each other and to support one another for His sake. I bear witness that there is no god but Allah alone, with no partner, and I bear witness that Muḥammad is His servant and Messenger, who…