Category: Religion

Praise drives the mission, says Rev (Mrs.) Olusola Idowu

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon   The Foursquare Gospel Church, Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, on Sunday November 30, 2025, delivered a profoundly uplifting service centered on the church’s Theme of the Month, “Securing and Preserving the Harvest.” The worship experience drew congregants into a deep atmosphere of praise, reflection, and renewed commitment to advancing God’s global mission.   The highlight of the service was a compelling sermon preached by Rev. Mrs. Olusola Idowu, titled “Connection Between Praise & Mission.” Drawing from Psalms 66:16, Psalms 34, 2 Chronicles 20:21–22, and Habakkuk 2:13–14,…

Do Not Belong To The Callers To Fitnah, Call People To The Religion Of Allah With Wisdom And Good Words! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our beloved master Muhammad, the last of Prophets, on his family, and all his companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! Wallahi, wallahi, wallahi for any Sheikh, Islamic scholar, Imam, preacher or caller to Islam to succeed in his mission, his Da’awah, preaching, calling to Allah or enjoining good and forbidding evil must be done with wisdom, gentleness, and patience, following the Qur’an…

Wolves, Sheep and Shepherds: The Distractions of the Olympics of Victimhood Among Muslims and Christians in Nigeria By Nuruddeen Lemu

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The wolves came out of the forest and attacked the sheep in the pasture. The sheep – rams, ewes and lambs – scattered in every direction, their cries of fear and pain filling the air. By the time the wolves retreated into the forest, some sheep were dead, some seriously injured and others missing– dragged into the forest. Others were badly frightened and traumatized. The attacks are common now. Each attack leaves sheep dead, injured, missing or terribly frightened. The fate of the missing – alive or dead – is…

Friday Sermon: Dealing With Enemies Of Islam, And How Would In-fighting, Internal Strife And Divisions Be The Problems Of The Ummah! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In The Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our beloved master Prophet Muhammad, the last of Prophets, on his family, and all his companions. Dear brothers and sisters! Today, it is no secret that Islam is being attacked. Whether from within, by fake jihadist groups and people who commit atrocities in the name of Islam such as Boko Haram, ISWAP, Ansaru, Mamudawa, Lakurawa etc, or from outside by the rising tide…

Hajj Institute graduates first set of Arabic-Proficient Hajj Managers, marks milestone in pilgrimage administration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Hajj Institute of Nigeria, Abuja, on Tuesday graduated its first stream of participants from the newly introduced Arabic Language Proficiency Course for Hajj managers an initiative designed to strengthen communication, service delivery, and overall management of Nigerian pilgrims during the annual Hajj. The graduation ceremony, held at the Hajj House Conference Room, was attended by officials, facilitators, and stakeholders in Hajj administration. In his welcome address, the Rector of the Institute, Professor Muhammad Nasirudeen Maiturare, described the programme as a major milestone in the ongoing reforms aimed at professionalising…

Foursquare Wuse Ignites Abuja with Message of “Resounding Victories” and Renewed Evangelistic Mandate

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon   The Foursquare Gospel Church, Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, delivered a powerfully uplifting and mission-focused Sunday service today, drawing worshippers into an atmosphere of heartfelt worship, deep reflection, and renewed dedication to God’s global mandate. The service aligned with the church’s Theme of the Year, “Resounding Victories,” and the Theme of the Month, “Securing and Preserving the Harvest.” Rev. Gabriel Lohven Barau, a respected Nigerian missions leader and founding Chairman of the African Missions Association, served as the guest minister.   He preached a compelling sermon…

Ogbomoso Muslim Council warns Robitatul A’immah against interference in Chief Imamship

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The Ogbomoso Muslim Consensus Council (OMCC) has cautioned Robitatul A’immah and its spokesperson over recent comments relating to the Office of the Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland, described the remarks as inappropriate and an intrusion into the community’s religious affairs. In a statement issued on Sunday, the coalition which comprised Islamic scholars, elders, youth leaders, traditional stakeholders and prominent Ogbomoso indigenes at home and abroad said the warning became necessary to protect the integrity of Ogbomoso’s long-established Islamic leadership structure. The council reaffirmed that the Office of the Chief Imam of…

Oyo Kingdom unveils committee for Grand Chief Imam’s inauguration, turbaning ceremony

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Oyo Alaafin Palace has announced the constitution of the Imamate Inauguration and Turbaning Committee ahead of the installation of the Grand Chief Imam of Oyo Kingdom, scheduled for December 6, 2025.   In a statement issued on Monday, the committee was approved by the Grand Chief Imam, Sheikh Imam Billal Husayn Akinola Akeugberu, to coordinate preparations for what is expected to be a historic and culturally significant ceremony.   The committee is chaired by Imam Daud Igi Ogun, Khadeemul-l-Muslimeen of Oyo Kingdom. Other members included: Alhaji Chief Tajudeen Kamarise,…

NAHCON, Rawaf Mina sign 2026 Hajj agreement with licensed tour operators

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has formalised the 2026 Hajj contract agreement between Licensed Tour Operators and Rawaf Mina Company, marking a major step forward in preparations for next year’s pilgrimage. The agreement was signed by the Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, and the CEO of Rawaf Mina Company, Mr. Zuhair Abdel Hamid Sadayo, during a ceremony that reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to delivering high-quality services to Nigerian pilgrims. Speaking at the event, Professor Usman reminded the service provider of the expectations of Nigerian pilgrims, stressing…

2026 Hajj: NAHCON, Private Tour Operators appoint Rawaf Mina as official Saudi Service Provider

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) announced today that all licensed Nigerian private tour operators have agreed to appoint Rawaf Mina as the exclusive Saudi service provider for the 2026 Hajj season. The decision followed NAHCON‑led consultations that resulted in a detailed service agreement covering Masha’ir operations, transportation, catering and integration with the NUSUK/Masar platform.   In a statement signed by Fatima Sanda Usara ,Deputy Director, Information and Public Relations,NAHCON said the partnership is expected to raise service standards and strengthen collaboration between Nigerian operators and their Saudi counterparts. The…