Category: Religion Watch (ISLAM)

MURIC Condemns Killing of Muslim Travellers in Plateau, faults Governor’s Statement

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has strongly condemned the recent killing of eight Muslim travellers in Plateau State, described the attack as barbaric and the state government’s reaction as insensitive. On Friday, June 20, 2025, a bus conveying 28 Muslim passengers, mostly of Hausa ethnicity and travelling from Zaria to Qua’an-Pan in Plateau State, was reportedly ambushed by suspected youths in Mangun village, Mangu Local Government Area. According to reports, eight passengers were killed, six sustained various degrees of injuries one critically while four others remained missing. In a statement…

MURIC accuses Traditionalists of shielding suspects in Ondo Masquerade Attack

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has accused traditional authorities in Oke Agbe, Akoko, Ondo State, of frustrating police efforts to arrest those responsible for a recent violent attack on Muslim women and the family of an Imam by masqueraders.   The Islamic human rights organization raised the alarm in a statement issued on Sunday by its Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, insisting that suspects must be arrested before any form of dialogue or reconciliation can be considered.   The attack, which occurred on Thursday, 12th June 2025, reportedly involved masqueraders…

Friday Sermon: Iran-Israel War: We Rejoice At The Iran’s victory Against Israel By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and upon all his family and companions. To proceed: Dear brothers and sisters! Today, the Islamic Ummah is witnessing a sharp escalation in hostilities, enmity, tensions, wars, attacks and destructions between Iran (The Shi’as) and Israel (The Jews). Many in the Ummah are confused on what stand to take. Some people supports Iran, therefore praying…

Ogun MURIC applauds Senator Yayi for Sponsoring 100 Muslim Pilgrims for 2025 Hajj …. Describes gesture as exceptional act of faith, service, and compassion

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Ogun State Chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has lauded Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, for sponsoring 100 Muslim faithful from across the state for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia.   The commendation was conveyed in a statement jointly issued by the State Chairman of MURIC, Alhaji Jimoh Tajudeen Alao (AAN), and the State Secretary, Alhaji Olaleye Rasheed Damilare, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.   Describing the gesture as “a rare display of leadership, service, and religious tolerance,” MURIC Ogun said Senator…

MURIC demands Justice as Masquerades invade Mosque, assault Imam’s family in Ondo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A group of masquerade traditionalists reportedly invaded the mosque and residence of the Chief Imam of Oke Agbe, Akoko, in Akoko North Local Government Area of Ondo State on Thursday, June 12, 2025, assaulting the Imam’s wives and children.   The Islamic human rights organization, Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has condemned the incident in strong terms, describing it as “irrational, barbaric, and another evidence of growing anti-Muslim sentiments in Yorubaland.”   In a statement released on Monday, June 16, by its Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC revealed that the…

NAHCON Chairman Thanks Saudi Government, Daleel Al Maalim for Support During 2025 Hajj

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has expressed deep gratitude to the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Daleel Al Maalim Transportation Company for their support and hospitality during the 2025 Hajj operations. Speaking at a dinner organized in honour of NAHCON by Daleel Al Maalim in Makkah, Professor Usman described the successful completion of the pilgrimage as a testament to the spirit of cooperation and Islamic brotherhood between the two nations.   Quoting from the…

Friday Sermon: How Selfishness Poses A Great Dangers To Our Nations! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and upon all his family and companions. To proceed: Dear brothers and sisters! Selfishness is a disease of the heart and we can have it in varying degrees – from healthy to severe, and when it is at extreme levels it is dangerous to our own selves and to our nations. Ironically, the more we…

2026/1447 Hajj preparations officially launched as NAHCON joins global pilgrimage community at closing ceremony

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Fawzan Al-Rabiah, has formally declared the preparations for the 2026/1447 Hajj season open, signaled the official start of arrangements and operational readiness for the 2026 Hajj. The announcement was made during the Labbaitum Awards of Excellence ceremony held in Makkah, an event that mark the conclusion of the 2025/1446H Hajj season while honoring outstanding contributors to the Hajj industry during the 2025 Hajj operation. The ceremony was attended by high-ranking officials, including the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Chairman and CEO,…

NAHCON hosts National Assembly delegation in Mina ….. Lawmakers commend Pilgrims’ Welfare

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a notable display of legislative oversight and religious diplomacy, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, on Saturday welcomed a high-powered delegation from Nigeria’s National Assembly to Mina, the sacred city of tents. The visit highlighted the Federal Government’s ongoing commitment to the welfare of Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj. The delegation was led by Honourable Jafaru Aliyu, Chairman of the House Committee on Pilgrims’ Affairs, alongside his Deputy, Hon. Nalaraba Chiroma (Gezawa). Other members of…

NAHCON Chairman hails Nigerian Pilgrims’ conduct, announces return flight schedule

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has extended heartfelt Eid al-Adha greetings to all Muslims, particularly the Nigerian pilgrims currently performing Hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   In a statement released on Friday, Professor Usman congratulated Muslims on the occasion of Eid al-Adha and expressed special felicitations to pilgrims who witnessed the sacred Day of Arafat, praying for the acceptance of their prayers and sacrifices.   He urged the faithful to reflect deeply on the spiritual lessons of…