Category: Religion

Resounding Victories through Spiritual Strength: Insights from Rev. Dr. Babatunde Idowu, PhD

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon     On January 12, 2025, the Foursquare Gospel Church in Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, became a beacon of spiritual vitality and hope as congregants gathered for a communion service poised to infuse the new year with divine promises.   The radiant morning was enriched by the harmonious melodies of the adult choir, creating an atmosphere ripe for Rev. Dr. Babatunde Idowu’s empowering message: spiritual strength is a gift from God.   An Empathetic Voice of Faith   Rev. Dr. Idowu, acclaimed for his deep compassion…

MURIC urges Oyo Muslim Community to appoint and Turban Chief Imam without delay

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on the Muslim community of Oyo town to immediately appoint and turban their Chief Imam, bypassing the traditional involvement of the Alaafin of Oyo. This directive was coming in response to the controversial appointment of Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo, a decision currently under legal scrutiny.   In a statement released on Saturday, January 11, 2025, Professor Ishaq Akintola, the Executive Director of MURIC, emphasized the need for the Muslim community to act independently in appointing their religious…

MURIC Celebrates ACADIP’s 30 Years of Da’wah Excellence

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has praised the Academy of Islamic Propagation (ACADIP) Nigeria as it mark 30 years of dedicated da’wah activities. The five-day event, which commenced on Wednesday, 8th January 2025, is set to culminate on Sunday, 12th January 2025, at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.   In a statement released on Friday, 10th January 2025, and signed by its Oyo State Chairman, Barrister Abdulwaheed Lawal, and Secretary, Ambassador Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, MURIC lauded ACADIP for its outstanding contributions to Islamic propagation through comparative da’wah.  …

NSCIA announces Winners of 39th National Qur’anic Recitation Competition

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), led by its President-General, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto, has formally announced the winners of the 39th National Qur’anic Recitation Competition. The event, which took place from December 20 to 28, 2024, in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, showcased the outstanding talents of male and female reciters across six categories.   The competition, organized by the Centre for Islamic Studies, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, featured participants from various states in Nigeria. The winners of each category have been…

NAHCON commences Pre-Hajj arrangements with key visit to Saudi Arabia

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has commenced major preparations for the 2025 Hajj with a significant working visit to Saudi Arabia, led by its Chairman, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman.   The visit, which began on January 7, 2025, was organized at the invitation of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (MoHU) and aimed to finalize critical arrangements for the annual Muslim pilgrimage.   The NAHCON delegation included key Commissioners such as Prof. Abubakar Abubakar Yagawal (Planning, Research, Statistics, Information, and Library Services), Prince Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi (Operations,…

MUSWEN hails Alidu Shutti’s appointment as Acting NAHCON Secretary, applauds Chairman’s Leadership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has congratulated Alhaji Alidu Shutti on his appointment as the Acting Secretary of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). In a press statement released on Tuesday, January 7, 2024, MUSWEN expressed confidence in Shutti’s capability to enhance Hajj operations across Nigeria.   The statement, signed by MUSWEN President, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, highlighted Shutti’s extensive experience in Hajj operations, urged him to leverage his expertise for the benefit of the Muslim Ummah.   MUSWEN also commended NAHCON Chairman, Prof. Abdullah Usman Saleh,…

Yoruba Muslims ready for Legal Battle Over Shari’ah Panel, says MURIC

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has assured that Yoruba Muslims are prepared to face any legal action regarding the establishment of a Shari’ah panel in Oyo town. This response follows a threat from the Yoruba Council Worldwide (Igbimo Apapo Yoruba Lagbaye) to take legal steps should the plan proceed.   In a press release signed by MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, the group clarified that the initiative involved the launch of a Shari’ah panel, not a court, emphasized that such panels have existed in Yorubaland since 2003. MURIC criticized…

“A Call to Walk with God Through Faith: Reflections from Rev. Dr. Babatunde Idowu”

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon   On the bright morning of January 5, 2025, the congregation of Foursquare Gospel Church in Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, gathered for a service that heralded the dawn of a new year filled with hope and divine promise.   The adult choir led the congregation through an uplifting musical journey, laying the foundation for a spiritually transformative experience.   This celebration of faith and unity was punctuated by a compelling sermon from Rev. Idowu, who eloquently wove a narrative of “Resounding Victories” rooted in biblical teachings…

Friday Sermon: A Strong Message To The Hypocrites And Betrayers Of Our Great Nation (Nigeria)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all worlds, Who says in His Ever Glorious Book (Qur’an): “The hypocrites, both men and women, are all the same: they order what is wrong and forbid what is right; they are tight-fisted. They have ignored Allah, so He has ignored them. The hypocrites are the disobedient ones.’” I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and that our Master Prophet Muhammad is His Servant and Messenger; who said: “There…

New Year 2025: Let Us All Join Hand In Praying For The Peace, Unity, Progress And Development Of Our Nation! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful Praise belongs to Allah alone; peace and blessing on the last Prophet, his family and his Companions. O Allah, bring this year to us with security, faith, wellness, Islam, protection from Satan, and approval and acceptance from the Most Gracious. O Allah, bring this year over us with security and Iman; with safety and Islam. Your Rabb Lord and mine is Allah. May this year be bringing guidance and goodness. O Allah, bring this year over us with happiness and faith,…