Category: Religion

Airlift with Intent- NAHCON’s Early Signals of Reform By Abdullahi O Haruna Haruspice

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In the often turbulent theatre of Nigeria’s public administration, reform rarely arrives quietly. Yet the unfolding developments at the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria suggest a departure from the familiar script of delay and disorder. What is emerging is not spectacle, but something more consequential: method. On May 3rd, 2026, the 2026 Hajj airlift was formally flagged off at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, with an explicit commitment to safety, coordination, and pilgrim welfare. UMZA flight UMZ3501 departed Abuja at 17:03hrs with 473 Kogi pilgrims (296 men, 177 women), setting…

Stronger Homes, Stronger Nation: Foursquare Gospel Church Launches ‘Family Month’ to Restore the Godly Home

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By Afolabi Olajuwon At a time when nations grapple with social fragmentation and moral uncertainty, a prominent congregation in Nigeria’s capital has turned attention to what it describes as the most enduring institution of reform, the home. The first Sunday of May, 2026 at the Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, unfolded as both a spiritual convocation and a civic reflection, anchored on the theme: “Godly Homes, Godly Nation.” The service began with a vibrant and soul-stirring worship session led by the Adison Family, followed by a rich choral ministration from the…

Friday Sermon: Leave Tribalism, It’s Rotten And Smelly! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise belongs to Allah, the Clear Truth, who establishes the truth and nullifies falsehood, even if the criminals dislike it. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger. May Allah send abundant peace and blessings upon him. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that, our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) strongly condemned tribalism and…

NAHCON Engages Ulama on Pilgrims’ Education, Spiritual Preparedness Ahead of 2026 Hajj

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening pilgrims’ education and spiritual preparedness ahead of the 2026 Hajj exercise. According to a statement issued by Fatima Sanda Usara of the Information and Publications Division, NAHCON, the Chairman of the Commission, Ambassador Ismail Yusuf Abba, made this known on Wednesday, 22nd April 2026, during a strategic engagement and inauguration of the 2026 Hajj Ulama Team held at the Conference Hall, Hajj House, Abuja. The meeting brought together about 120 prominent Islamic scholars from across the country,…

Kogi Ulama Back NAHCON Chairman Yusuf, Call for Reform-Driven Leadership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Kogi State Council of Ulama of Nigeria has expressed strong confidence in the leadership of the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf, describing his appointment as a reflection of merit, integrity, and proven administrative capacity. The Council conveyed its position during a courtesy visit to the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja, where a delegation led by its Chairman, Sheikh Salman Adam Imam, formally congratulated Yusuf and offered prayers for a successful tenure. In a statement presented during the visit, the clerics noted that Yusuf’s…

Friday Sermon: Betrayal And Secretly Recording Someone’s Phone Conversations Without His Consent! 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 is All-Seeing over every thing. He knows the treachery of the eyes and what the breasts conceal. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, alone with no partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger. May Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him in abundance. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! Ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) said…

Friday Sermon: Muslims Loved Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) More Than Anyone! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise be to Allah, who sent His Prophet Muhammad as a radiant lamp, and made love for him and following him a straight path. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship but Allah, who is without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger. May Allah exalt and send peace to him, his family, and his companions in abundance. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! Pastor Emmanuel Sunday…

Friday Sermon: Hoping And Praying For Good Leadership In Nigeria! 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 is unique in His Majesty, having no partner or helper. He sent down His Book with the truth and preserved it from the hands of those who would tamper with it. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without any partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger.   May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him, his pure family,…

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…