Category: Religion Watch (ISLAM)

EMAN Urges Moral Rebirth, Peaceful Coexistence at Hijrah 1448AH Lecture in Okene

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The El Birru Muslim Association of Nigeria (EMAN) has called on Muslims and residents of Ebiraland to embrace moral transformation, peaceful coexistence and productive living as part of the lessons of the Islamic New Year. The call was made by the Chairman of the Hijrah 1448AH Activities Committee, Alhaji Abu Imam Onizeiza (Dan-Amana Ebira), during the Hijrah Lecture, Launching of the Islamic Calendar and Awards Ceremony held at the Ohinoyi Palace Conference Hall, Okene, Kogi State. Addressing participants, Alhaji Abu Imam said the Hijrah of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was not…

Du’a Qunut: A Great Weapon Allah Gives To The Ummah! 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, Whose Hearing encompasses all voices, Who answers Du’as (supplications) and relieves hardships, difficulties and afflictions. I bear witness that there is no deity but Allah alone without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger. May Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him in abundance. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! The supplication (Du’a) of Qunut is one wonderful Du’a recited in Witr prayer. Even though it…

Friday Sermon: The Month Of Allah Muharram, Ashurah And How Allah Destroy The Tyrant Leader Pharaoh (Fir’aun)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise be to Allah, who saves us from great afflictions with His mercy, and removes severe hardships with His kindness. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship but Allah, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger. May Allah exalt and send blessings to him, his family, and his companions. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! There’s a believing nation, weakened, oppressed and ruled by a tyrannical corrupt leader,…

Friday Sermon: A Nation Cannot Achieve True Progress Unless It Has Good Leaders And Good Citizens! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, who is unique in His Majesty, having no partner or helper. He sent down His Book with the truth and preserved it from the hands of those who would tamper with it. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without any partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger.   May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him, his pure family,…

Oyo Grand Chief Imam Congratulates New Ilorin Chief Imam, Seeks United Front Against Insecurity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Grand Chief Imam of Oyo Land, Sheikh Al-Imam Barrister Bilal Husayn Akinola Akeugberu, has congratulated Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki Imam Fulani on his appointment as the new Chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate, urging religious leaders across the country to strengthen collaboration in tackling insecurity and promoting national unity. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Grand Chief Imam described the appointment by the Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, as well-deserved, noting that Sheikh Dasuki’s emergence reflected his vast Islamic knowledge, dedication to the faith, and longstanding service to the…

Friday Sermon: Are The Hopes of Nigerians Renewed? By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, the Near, the Responsive. His generosity encompasses the inhabitants of the earth and the heavens, and He has extended His hand with favour and giving. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger. May Allah send His peace and many blessings upon him. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! The question prequently…

Oyo Muslim Community Rejects Kidnappers’ Sharia Demand, Organises Special Prayer for Abducted Schoolchildren

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Community of Oyo State has strongly distanced itself from recent Sharia-related demands reportedly made by abductors holding victims in the state, insisting that criminals and terrorists cannot speak on behalf of Muslims or Islam. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its Chairman, Alhaji Ishaq Kunle Sanni, and Secretary-General, Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade, the community condemned attempts by kidnappers to justify their criminal activities with religious rhetoric. According to the group, Islam unequivocally forbids kidnapping, terrorism, extortion, and all forms of violence against innocent citizens, stressing…

My Duty As An Imam! 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 the worlds. May the peace, blessings and salutations of Allah be upon our noble Messenger, Muhammad, and upon his family, his Companions and his true followers.   Dear brothers and sisters! I remember once walking into the Mosque five minutes before Zuhr, a normal habit of mine, and being stopped by one of the elders and jama’ah of the Mosque, who has a lot of love for me. He remarked,…

1447AH/2026 Eid Al-Adha’s Sermon (Khutbah)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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Dhul-Hijjah 10, 1447AH (Wednesday, May 27, 2026).   In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy   Praise be to Allah, the Most High, the Most Great, the Exalted, the Supreme, for whom honour is a garment and majesty is a robe. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship but Allah, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger. May Allah exalt and send peace to him, his family, and his companions abundantly, ameen Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum. To proceed:…

Friday Sermon: The Day Of Arafah – Most Blessed Day Of The Year! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah, Who gives preference for certain days and months as He wishes, blessing them with virtues as He wills. This is one of the manifestations of His mercy, to be a reminder for those who contemplate. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, the Almighty, the All-Forgiving, alone without any partner. And I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger, the Chosen and the Beloved Prophet.…