Category: Religion

Islamic View On Sighting Of The Moon To Start And End The Fast Of Ramadan By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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Saturday, Sha’aban 27, 144Islamic2 AH (April 10, 2021)   In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the most Gracious All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all creation, and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and all his Companions. Dear brothers and sisters, know that the Islamic calendar is lunar-based, with each month coinciding with the phases of the moon and lasting either 29 or 30 days. Traditionally, one marks the beginning of an Islamic month by looking at the…

People Exempted From Fasting In Ramadan By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Ever Merciful All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation. May the salutations of Allah, His peace and blessings be upon our Prophet, his family, his companions and his true and sincere followers until the Last Day – then to proceed: Dear brothers and sisters, fasting for the sake of Allah Almighty is indeed a pious and beloved act in the eyes of the Creator. Allah Almighty, the Benevolent, never burdens a soul more than it can bear…

Friday Sermon : The Fragrance Of The Blessed Month Of Ramadan Is Already In The Air By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all creation, and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and all his Companions. Dear brothers and sisters! We are almost at the end of the month of Sha’aban and about to enter the month of Ramadan, which is the most precious month in many respects—in respect of the Qur’an sent down in this month, in respect of fasting ordained in it, in respect…

Friday Sermon : Ramadan: Approaching The Month Of Mercy By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise and thank be to Allah. He has blessed us with seasons in which the rewards for good deeds are multiplied and attributed, particularly Ramadan with greater virtues and blessings. In it, He the Almighty has urged us to strive in acts of worship. I bear witness that there is no deity but Him, having no associates. I also testify that Muhammad is His Messenger, the best of servants who prayed, fasted and honoured ties of kinship. May…

Covid-19: Osun begins vaccination of over 800 combined 2020/2021 intending pilgrims …intending pilgrims laud govt on prompt response

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Osun Government has disclosed that over 800 intending pilgrims to this year’s Hajj will be vaccinated as part of the requirements for visiting the Holy Land. The exercise was in compliance with the directive of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) in accordance with the safety guidelines of National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA). This was even as the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Tajudeen Olaniyi Lawal, said the Administration of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola was committed to citizens’ welfare, healthy living, safety and general well-being. Recall that the…

Friday Sermon : Some Mistakes To Avoid In The Month Of Ramadan By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Ever Merciful All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation. May the salutations of Allah, His peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet, Muhammad, his family, his companions and his true followers until the Last Day – then to proceed: Dear brothers and sisters, without any doubt, Ramadan is one of the noblest months in Islamic year. It is the month where Muslims change their regular routine, turn towards prayers seeking of forgiveness, and seek the blessings…

Friday Sermon : How Greediness Destroys Us And Our Nations! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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  In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all creation, and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and all his Companions. Dear brothers and sisters, if you search Google Images for “greed,” you will encounter many depictions of rather pompous individuals – typically men – hoarding money. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines “greed” as: “A selfish and excessive desire for more of something than is needed.” While Ragheb Isfahani defined greed…

[Friday Sermon] Let’s Welcome The Blessed Month Of Sha’aban By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All perfect praise be to Allah, The Lord of the Worlds. I testify that there is none worthy of worship except Allah, and that Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is His servant and Messenger. Dear brothers and sisters, Sha’aban, the eighth month of Islam’s Hijrah or lunar calendar, and the month that precedes the noble month of Ramadan was the most beloved month to Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). Respected brothers and sisters, the month of Sha’aban is…

CAN urges FG, others to emulate Kogi Gov’s leadership policy …. As Gov Bello receives Friend of the Church Award

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The Christian Association of Nigeria has conferred an award on Kogi State Governor as a “Friend of the Church” in recognition of his stand on equity and fair treatment meted on Christians in the state and his friendliness to the religion. The Award was presented to the Governor by the CAN National President, Revd Dr. Samson Ayokunle during the official dedication of the Government House chapel which he laid the foundation July, 2019 after 28 years of the existence of the State Government, House. The CAN president thanked the Governor…

Friday Sermon : Uwais Qarni: A Beautiful Example For Today’s Muslims By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all creation, and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and all his Companions. Dear brothers and sisters, Uwais Qarni’s is a story that sets an example for all the Muslims as how even without meeting the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him), one may still earn Allah’s favour and His pleasure, on account of his unflinching love for the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be…