Category: Religion

IZALA IN PERSPECTIVE: BALA LAU, KABIR GOMBE AND HOW NOT TO LEAD THE UMMAH By Tukur Mamu

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It is important to emphasise at the beginning of this piece that the idea behind my decision to write on the above subject matter is not to ridicule, embarrass or to unduly criticise anybody, but to admonish all of us to reflect on the conduct of particularly those of us that carry the huge burden of managing the affairs of Islam and Muslims of the Sunni school of thought for the purpose of correcting ourselves before it is too late. I know that the content of this piece may steer…

HUSBANDS MUST WEEP

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Why shouldn’t we all not cry when we have failed as husbands? How do we translate “qawwaamuna” into action? Do we really live up to expectation in terms of the home-keep? Are we always willingly desirous to spend on our wives and children? Do we consider our failure or negligence to fulfill any financial obligation as a deficiency or even sinful from our end? Are we satisfied with our sense of responsibility over our wives? Are we ready to stand before Allah (SWT) on the Judgement day and defend this?…

EID MAULUD: GOV SANI-BELLO URGES PRAYERS FOR UNITY, PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE

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Niger State Governor, Alhaji (Dr) Abubakar Sani Bello has felicitated with the Muslim ummah in the country on the occasion of the commemoration of the Prophet’s Birthday. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mallam Jibrin Baba Ndace , Governor Sani-Bello enjoined all Nigerians, especially Muslims in the state to come together peacefully to celebrate the glorious event in order to further bind the ties that holds the people together, not just as Muslims but as Nigerians, stressed that living in unity is essential for collective progress . The…

FRIDAY SERMON: IN THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH YOU HAVE A GOOD EXAMPLE TO FOLLOW By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious and the Bestower of Mercy All thanks and praise is due to Allah, we seek His help and forgiveness. We seek refuge in Allah from the evil within ourselves and the consequences of our evil deeds. Whoever Allah guides will never be led astray, and whoever Allah leads astray will never find guidance. I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, He is alone without any partners, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and His Messenger. “O…

MAWLUD NABIYY: MUSLIM MEDIA PRACTITIONERS CALL FOR TOLERANCE, MODERATION

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ABUJA:The Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN) has felicitated with Nigerians and non-Nigerians alike on the occasion of the Mawlud Nabiyy (Birthday of Prophet Muhammad) which coincided with Friday December 1, 2017. This was contained in a Mawlud Nabiyy message by Alhaji Abdur-Rahman Balogun, National President of MMPN wherein he canvassed for tolerance, patience and moderation at all levels. Balogun said in line with the teachings of Prophet Muhammad of moderation, patience and tolerance, Muslims and non-Muslims alike are implored to emulate these attributes of the Prophet of Allah as…

FG DECLARES FRIDAY 1ST DECEMBER, 2017 AS PUBLIC HOLIDAY TO MARK EID-EL-MAULUD CELEBRATION

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The Federal Government has declared Friday, 1st December, 2017 as Public Holiday to mark the Eid-El-Maulud Celebration. The Honourable Minister of Interior, Lt Gen. (Rtd) Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau, Ph.D, CFR, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, enjoined all Muslim faithful and Nigerians to use the Eid-El-Maulud Celebration to pray for peace, progress and unity of the nation. He further urged all Nigerians to support President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration towards building the nation. The Honourable Minister wish Nigerians a happy Eid-El-Maulud Celebration.

GOV SANI-BELLO SET TO RESTRUCTURE NIGER PILGRIM WELFARE BOARD

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Niger State governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello has promised to restructure the state Pilgrims Welfare Board. The Governor stated this while receiving the 2017 Hajj report from the Amir -l- Hajj, Alhaji Shehu Umar Danyaya in Minna, the state capital. Governor Sani-Bello said the need to restructure the pilgrims board was to bring efficiency, team work, ensure hitch free hajj operation and to mitigate all the challenges suffered by pilgrims to the Holy Land. Governor Sani-Bello expressed dissatisfaction at the last hajj operation which he blamed on administrative laxity and…

BRING KILLERS OF FULANI TO BOOK MURIC URGES SECURITY AGENCIES

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The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has strongly condemned the wanton waste of human life that occurred in Numan.Taraba state. MURIC described the killing as horrendous, heartless and barbaric act, which was nothing short of ethnic cleansing and a crime against humanity. About sixty Fulanis including women and children were allegedly massacred six days ago in Shaforon, Kikem and Kodemti villages in Numan. Fingers are pointing at Bachama militia men. It will be recalled that over 130 Fulani people were also killed in June this year as hundreds of Fulani villages…

Morocco prays for rain as shortage threatens agriculture

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The king of Morocco has called on all mosques in the country to pray for rain on Friday, amid a shortage threatening the country’s agriculture. King Mohammed VI issued a royal decree asking Moroccans to implore the Almighty to spread his benevolent rains on the earth. The lack of rainfall is hindering the country’s seasonal cereal production. Earlier this month 15 people were killed in stampede for food aid , as costs have risen amid shortages. About 40% of the country works in the agricultural industry, and a drought last…