NAHCON Announces 2025 Hajj Fare for Nigerian Pilgrims, Prices Vary by Region

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has released the official fare for Nigerian pilgrims intending to embark on the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, with costs varying by region. The fare, which was approved by the Office of the Vice President of Nigeria, is set at N8,457,685.59 for pilgrims from the Northern zone, while those from Borno and Adamawa zones will pay N8,327,125.59. Pilgrims from the Southern states will pay N8,784,085.59.   Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, the Chairman of NAHCON, explained that the fares were determined after extensive consultations to ensure…

Friday Sermon: America/California/Los Angeles Wildfires; A Great Message To The World! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful Praise belongs to Allah alone; peace and blessing on the last Prophet, his family and his Companions. Dear brothers and sisters! Allah the Most High says: “And we send not the signs except to warn, and to make people afraid (of destruction).” [Qur’an, 17: 59] Respected servants of Allah! The 2025 American/California/Los Angeles wildfires have been unprecedented in their scale and devastation, marking one of the most catastrophic natural disasters in U.S. history. These fires have ravaged over 40,000…

NAHCON/State Boards Visit Service Providers for 2025 Hajj By Fatima Sanda Usara

Top management of Nigeria’s Hajj industry yesterday 14th January 2024 toured offices of service providers in Makkah and Jeddah to guide their decision in choosing the best options for Nigerian pilgrims going for the 2025 Hajj. Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, along with his commissioners, selected board members, directors, and deputy directors. State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards were represented at the visit by its Forum leadership Malam Idris Ahmed Almakura, Alhaji Faruku Yaro Enabo, and Alhaji Abubakar Salihu plus a selected number…

MURIC dismisses Makinde’s Legal Threat against Oyo Kingmakers as Bluff

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has criticized Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State for threatening legal action against the five kingmakers of Oyo town who opposed the appointment of Hakeem Owoade as the new Alaafin. The governor issued the warning on January 14, 2025, during the presentation of the staff of office to Owoade. MURIC, through its Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, described the governor’s threat as “bluff” and “hocus pocus.” The organization released a statement on January 15, 2025, highlighted their concerns over the governor’s approach to the issue.…

Presidency approves Airlines for 2025 Hajj Operations as NAHCON signs MoU with Saudi Arabia

The Nigerian Presidency has approved four airlines to manage the airlift of pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj. This was confirmed in a statement signed by Fatima Sanda Usara, Assistant Director of Information and Publication at the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).   The approved airlines are Air Peace Limited, Fly-Nas, Max Air, and UMZA Aviation Services Limited. These carriers were selected from a pool of 11 applicants by a 32-member Aviation Screening Committee, inaugurated by NAHCON Chairman, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, on November 26, 2024. The committee included representatives…

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

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

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

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

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

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,…