Category: Religion

Saving Muslim Marriages: The Urgent Need for Counseling …….. As Baynakum Family Counseling Centre offers Solution with upcoming Cohort 15

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim community is facing a growing concern over the alarming rate of divorce. To address this issue, experts emphasized the vital role of marriage counselors in promoting healthy, happy marriages.   According to Islamic scholars, marriage is a divine institution (Quran 30:21). However, the reality remained ,that many Muslim couples struggle to maintain a strong, loving relationship.   Ustaz Abdulfatah Adeyemi, CEO of Baynakum Family Counseling Centre said: “The increasing divorce rate is a wake-up call for our community,” . “We need to prioritize marriage counseling to ensure couples…

Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary: Verily, With Every Hardship There’s A Relief! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy   Praise be to Allah; we praise Him and seek His help and forgiveness. We seek refuge with Allah from the evil of our own selves and from our evil deeds. Whomsoever Allah guides cannot be led astray, and whomsoever He leaves astray cannot be guided. I bear witness that there is no god except Allah alone, with no partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger.   Daer brothers and sisters! Today, Tuesday,…

Nehemiah Generation: Uniting to Build Together, A Call to Action from Pastor Adebayo Azeez

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By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon     The Council of Foursquare Men (CFM) in Foursquare Gospel Church Wuse, Abuja took a positive step towards unity on Saturday, September 28th, 2024. They hosted a gathering to discuss new ways to involve all men in the church’s activities. It’s inspiring to see groups like this working to bring people together, especially in a world where it can feel like we are always pulling apart.   Elder Joseph Okunriboye, drawing inspiration from Nehemiah 2:17-18, spearheaded a powerful gathering under the theme “Let Us Rise…

Friday Sermon: Misleading The Muslim Ummah Pretending The Respect Of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)’s Name By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy   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! Recently, a photo showing His Highness the Emir of Kano, Khalifah Dr. Muhammad Sanusi II, sitting beside a rug engraved with his name, ‘The Emir of Kano Khalifah Muhammad Sanusi ll,’ has generated controversy in Nigeria, especially in northern Nigeria. Some Islamic clerics, and the Emir’s enemies have…

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…