Category: Religion Watch (ISLAM)

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, who commanded His servants to have taqwa and promised them forgiveness, for He is the One worthy of taqwa and the One worthy of forgiveness. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, with no partner, and I bear witness that Muḥammad is His servant and Messenger (Peace be upon him). May Allah send abundant prayers and peace upon him. To proceed:   Dearn brothers and…

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Praise be to Allah, who has honoured the Muslim believers with servitude to Him alone and submission to Him, and has bound their hearts with the bond of allegiance to Him, and has made it obligatory upon them to show mercy to each other and to support one another for His sake. I bear witness that there is no god but Allah alone, with no partner, and I bear witness that Muḥammad is His servant and Messenger, who…

The Wadud Family is set to premiere its much-anticipated Islamic-themed family film, Al-Usr-Yusra, an inspirational story that highlights faith, patience, and hope in the face of life’s challenges. According to Muslim News Midweek Entertainment the title means “After hardship comes ease,” is derived from Surah Ash-Sharh (Al-Inshirah) 94:5–6. The film aims to offer Muslim families an alternative cinematic experience rooted in Islamic values and culture. Aliyu Ilias, the story writer and one of the cast members, explained that the film centred on family, faith, and resilience. “We wanted to show…

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise belongs to Allah, the One who answers supplications, forgives sins, pardons mistakes, and whose mercy is vast and immense. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without partner. I bear witness that Muḥammad is His servant and Messenger. May Allah send abundant peace and blessings upon him. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! The last ten days/nights of Ramadan are the most virtuous time of the year, featuring…

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, who created souls and gave them life, who honoured them through Islam and made them precious, and who threatened those who transgress against them with the Fire and its blazing heat. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship but Allah, alone without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger. May Allah’s peace and abundant blessings be upon him, ameen. To proceed:   Dear…

The recent public disclosure by Prophet Israel Oladele Ogundipe, Shepherd in Charge of Genesis Global, concerning his visit to Makkah and Madinah for Umrah has generated serious concern within the Muslim community.   This issue is not about interfaith hostility or religious intolerance. It is about preserving the sanctity of Islamic rites clearly defined by the Qur’an and the Sunnah.   Hajj and Umrah are not cultural visits or spiritual tourism. They are exclusive acts of worship legislated for Muslims. Allah says in the Qur’an:   “O you who believe!…

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has signed the 2026 Hajj Airlift Agreement as part of preparations for the forthcoming pilgrimage, charged participating airlines to strictly adhere to operational standards, timelines, and safety requirements. Speaking at the signing ceremony, NAHCON Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Ismail Yusuf Abba, described the agreement as a major milestone in the Commission’s readiness for the 2026 Hajj exercise. He stressed that airlift operations remain a critical component of Hajj arrangements and must be executed with professionalism, precision, and strong commitment. Abba commended participating…