Category: Religion

MURIC expresses fear over safety of Ogbomoso Chief Imam,urges Police to provide adequate security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has appealed to the Oyo State Police Command to provide security for the Chief Imam of Ogbomoso, Shaykh Talhat Ayilara. The group said those who appointed another Islamic scholar as ‘palace Chief Imam’ while the substantive Chief Imam is still in office may have other sinister ideas.   MURIC expressed this fear in a statement issued on Tuesday, 24th September, 2024 by the Executive Director of the human rights organization, Professor Ishaq Akintola.   The statement reads;   “It will be recalled that the Soun…

Maiduguri Flood Victims : No food, No clothing, No Shelter

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The flooding in Maiduguri is called force majeure (An act of God) which no one could planned for, same thing as earthquake, hurricane, typhoon and volcano among other natural disasters   The flood could happen any where just the way some area in Abuja is scared of tremor, an act of God could happen anywhere anytime so lets support the victims.   Lets support the victims to recover the little we can help them with, it is quite a challenging period for them.   A victim I new very well…

Maiwada: The Big Man and his PR Strides at Customs, by Hassan Gimba

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In a crowd, Chief Superintendent of Customs (CSC) Abdullahi Aliyu Maiwada stands out—a towering figure whose presence commands attention. Tall and huge, he embodies a blend of formidable stature and gentle demeanour, demonstrating that one can be intimidating yet approachable.   What captivates me most is how this gentle giant has seamlessly taken the reins of the service’s public relations from a lineage of exceptional officers. His challenge was substantial: following in the footsteps of remarkable PR managers like Alhaji Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the current Comptroller General of the Nigerian…

Adjust Your Mind-set, Think Positively” declares Sister Sophia Iyoha

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon     In an uplifting Youth Sunday Service at the Foursquare Gospel Church, Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, the congregation gathered to celebrate God’s mercy under the inspired guidance of Sister Sophia Iyoha. Emphasizing the theme of “Divine Enlargement and Deliverance,” Sister Iyoha delivered a powerful message on the transformative power of positive thinking and a renewed mind-set.   The service began with an invigorating worship session led by the Youth Choir, setting a spiritual atmosphere for the sermon. Sister Sophia Iyoha took to the pulpit, grounding…

2025 Hajj : NAHCON engages Licensed Tour Operators

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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) held a critical meeting with licensed Hajj tour operators to address key matters concerning the 2025 Hajj. Chaired by the Commissioner of Operations, Prince Anofi Elegushi, the meeting focused on several operational issues aimed at improving the Hajj experience for Nigerian pilgrims.   One of the primary outcomes of the meeting was the announcement of a reduction in the caution deposit for tour operators, decreasing from N50 million to N40 million. This reduction is part of NAHCON’s effort to ease the financial burden…

Friday Sermon: Do Not Be Deceived By The Armed Bandits, Terrorists And Mobs Chanting ‘Allahu Akbar’! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Most Kind   All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all the worlds. May His blessings and benedictions be upon the Messenger, his household and companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that the words ‘Allahu akbar’ means ‘Allah is the greatest.’ It’s a phrase uttered by Muslims many times a day in prayers, in greetings. But also ‘Allahu akbar’ has often been chanted by armed bandits, terrorists and mobs, too, as they committed their crimes, including Muhammed Yusuf, Abubakar…

Reversing Grief To Grace! Declares Rev Babatunde Idowu

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon     In an atmosphere filled with reverent worship and palpable expectation, the congregation at Foursquare Gospel Church, Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, today, gathered for a transformative service under the divine guidance of Rev. Dr. Babatunde A. Idowu, PhD, the Senior Pastor and Wuse District Overseer. The theme of the day, “Divine Enlargement and Deliverance,” called on believers to transition from grief to grace, emphasizing God’s boundless mercy.   Central to the sermon were powerful texts from 1Chronicles 4: 9-10 and 2 Kings 2:19-22. Rev. Idowu…

NAHCON Chairman,Prof Saleh holds maiden meeting with Executive staff

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Prof Abdullahi Saleh is holding the first Executive Staff meeting today 13th September 2024 in his capacity as Acting Chairman, National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). The meeting which is still ongoing as at the time of filing this report has in attendance Commissioner Planning, Research, Statistics, Information and Library Services, (PRISLS) Prof Abubakar A. Yagawal, Commissioner Operations, Inspectorate and Licensing, Prince Anofi Elegushi (OIL) and Commissioner Policy, Personnel Management and Finance,(PPMF) Prince Aliu AbdulRazaq. Dr Saleh Usman Muhammad, Special Assistant (Technical )to the Acting Chairman is also present.  …

MURIC hails Senior Lawyer for securing landmark judgement on Islamic Marriage

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The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended a legal luminary, Tajudeen Oladoja (SAN), for securing a landmark judgement in favour of Islamic marriage thus giving women married under the Shariah the right to share in the inheritance of a husband who had married another woman at the registry.   The commendation was given in a statement credited to the Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola. The statement was issued on Thursday, 12th September, 2024.   The full statement reads:   “A major in the Nigerian Army, late Muhammed Arogun…

Friday Sermon: We Seek Refuge In Allah From A Hardened And Merciless Heart That Doesn’t Have The Fear Of Allah! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all the worlds. May His blessings and benedictions be upon the Messenger, his household and companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! In a Hadith recorded in Sahih Muslim, Zaid Bin Arqam (RA) narrated that the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) used to supplicate as follows:   “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from knowledge which does not benefit, from a heart that does not entertain the fear (of…