Category: Religion

NAHCON clears 2025 Hajj refunds, pushes early payment for 2026

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has dismissed claims that unresolved 2025 accounts are stalling preparations for next year’s pilgrimage. NAHCON’s Deputy Director of Finance and Accounts, Alhaji Rabiu Na’Allah, confirmed that all pilgrims’ refunds from the 2025 Hajj were reconciled on 10th September, with 19 States duly settled. He noted that refunds from previous years were also cleared, except for States yet to initiate reconciliation. With the matter resolved, NAHCON urged State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards and Tour Operators to remit 2026 Hajj fares early, stressed that timely payment…

Who Stands Between Person And Allah? Someone Killed Hundred People And Allah The Almighty Accepted His Repentance! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, we praise Him, ask His help and His pardon. We ask Him to protect us from the evil of our selves and from our bad actions. Whoever Allah guides none can lead him astray, and whoever He leads astray none can guide him. I testify also that there is none worthy of worship except Him, and that Muhammad is His servant and Prophet, may peace be upon him, upon his family and his brothers…

Foursquare Gospel Church Wuse, Abuja Explores “Attracting Divine Help” in Spirit-Charged Service By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon

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At the Foursquare Gospel Church, Wuse District Headquarters, worshippers gathered under the stirring topic: “Attracting Divine Help” in a service that echoed far beyond the walls of Abuja, speaking to a universal hunger for hope and intervention in uncertain times.   The morning opened with an electrifying praise session led by Sister Kate Okereke, whose voice carried both gratitude and anticipation. As hands lifted and hearts united in thanksgiving, the congregation prepared for a message that promised not only comfort but also direction.   Taking the pulpit, Rev. Matanmi Adebisi…

Kaigama decries deplorable Taraba roads, warns against Politicians’ desperation for 2027

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The Catholic Archbishop of Abuja Diocese, Most Reverend Ignatius Kaigama, has raised alarm over the deplorable condition of roads in Taraba State, described them as “death traps” that have claimed lives, destroyed property, and crippled livelihoods.   Speaking on Sunday at the national convention of the Confraternity of Mary Queen of All Hearts, held at Veritas University, Bwari, Abuja, with the theme “The Cost of Discipleship”, Archbishop Kaigama lamented the neglect of critical infrastructure in his home state.   The cleric, who hails from the Jukun tribe, specifically cited the…

From Praise to Prophetic Prayers: Rev. Dr. Babatunde Idowu Declares Unlimited Grace for Every Need

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon     The first Sunday and Holy Communion service at Foursquare Gospel Church, Wuse District Headquarters, held on September 7, 2025 was a power-packed spiritual encounter as members gathered under the theme: “Obtaining Help For All Need.” The service opened with a vibrant praise and worship session led by Deaconess Roseline Ekpo, who ushered the congregation into an atmosphere of thanksgiving. Songs of adoration and prophetic declarations lifted hearts in unity, preparing worshippers for the Word. Rev. Dr. Babatunde Idowu, the District Overseer, delivered a profound…

Why Muslims Should Not Celebrate Mawlid al-Nabi By, Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade (Abu Jannāt)

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Every year, as the month of Rabi’ al-Awwal arrives, debates resurface within the Muslim community about whether or not to celebrate the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). While some regard the Mawlid as a show of love for the Prophet, closer examination of Islamic teachings and history tells a very different story.   No Evidence in the Qur’an or Sunnah   The first and most important point is that no verse in the Qur’an or authentic hadith commands or even encourages the celebration of…

NAHCON opens portal for 2026 Hajj licence and slot allocation, sets September 15 deadline for applications

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the commencement of the licensing and slot allocation process for duly registered travel agencies intending to participate in the 2026 Hajj operations. In a statement signed by the Commission’s management, NAHCON invited interested travel agencies to submit their applications through its Hajj Licensing portal ; stos.nigeriahajjcom.gov.ng , upon payment of a non-refundable application fee of ₦300,000. Applicants are also required to make a refundable security deposit of ₦50 million in line with Section 16 (4) of the NAHCON Act, 2006. To…

MURIC hails Reno Omokri, renews call for Work-Free Friday in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended former Presidential Aide, Mr. Reno Omokri, for openly supporting the demand for a work-free Friday for Nigerian Muslims.   Omokri had recently stated that Muslims in the country were being unfairly treated, as they were denied work-free Fridays while Christians enjoyed Saturdays and Sundays. His comments quickly went viral, sparking wide debate.   In a statement on Tuesday, MURIC described Omokri as “one of the most intellectually active, politically detribalised, and religiously liberal Christians in Nigeria,” noting that his position vindicated the organisation’s…

MURIC condemns mob killing of woman over alleged Blasphemy in Niger State

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has strongly condemned the killing of a woman accused of blasphemy in Kasuwan-Garba town, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State.   The victim, identified as Amaye, a local food vendor, was reportedly attacked and killed by a mob on Saturday evening after being accused of making blasphemous remarks against Prophet Muhammad (SAW) while conversing with a customer in her restaurant.   In a statement issued by its Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC described the killing as “Bohemian, extrajudicial, barbaric and unIslamic.”…

The Islamic Rulings On Murder, Blasphemy And Taking The Law Into Our Own Hands! By Imam Murtadha Gusau-Okene

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In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful All praise is due to Allah, Who guided us to Islam, and prayers and peace of Allah be upon the best of all Prophets and Messengers, our beloved Prophet, Muhammad, and upon all his family members and Companions. Dear brothers and sisters! A female food vendor named Ammaye has been lynched at Kasuwar Garba, in Mariga local government area of Niger State by angry youths over alleged blasphemy against our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). The incident which took…