Category: Religion Watch (ISLAM)

NAHCON extends Deadline for 2024 Hajj Payment

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The National Hajj Commission has extended the deadline for payment of 2024 hajj.     In a statement on Tuesday, its Assistant Director on Public Affairs, Fatima Sanda Usara said the new deadline is now January 31, 2024 as against December 31, 2023.   Daily Trust had reported that the commission was in dilemma over low turnout and might have to extend the deadline.   NAHCON, however, insisted that it would go ahead with the number of intending pilgrims who made the payment before the December 31 deadline.   But…

Zamfara Juma’at mosque reopens after seven years

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Zamfara state Governor, Dauda Lawal resolved a seven-year dispute that led to the closure of one of the largest Juma’at mosques in Moriki town, Zurmi Local government.   The Juma’at mosque in Moriki had been closed for over seven years due to a dispute between two factions in the community.   A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the intervention was necessary to address the disunity issue among the people.   According to him, the governor recognized unity’s crucial role in fostering social harmony and promoting sustainable…

Pray For Nigeria And Its Leaders! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praises and thanks are due to Allah, the Most Gracious, Most Merciful, and Owner of the Day of Resurrection. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Who created creation so that they worship Him. He made His Signs clear and plain to them, so that they know Him, and He made the path to Him easy, so that they reach Him. Abu Umamah (RA) narrated that the Prophet (Peace be upon him) said: “Do not curse…

Ansar-Ud-Deen@100: Tinubu promises fairness to all faiths

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President Bola Tinubu has promised to always be fair to all Nigerians, while his administration remains committed to advancing the unity of Nigeria, as well as ensuring the welfare and prosperity of all citizens.   Tinubu’s pledge was contained in a press release signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, on Friday.   The President, while speaking at the Ansar-Ud-Deen Central Mosque in Surulere, Lagos, on Friday, said the economic reforms initiated by his government are aimed at establishing a robust and secure foundation for Nigerians…

NAHCON Chairman visits Royal Embassy of Saudi

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Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Malam Jalal Ahmad Arabi, paid a courtesy visit to the esteemed Saudi Ambassador to Nigeria Mr. Faisal Ibrahim Al-Ghamidy. The visit which took place Wednesday, 20th December 2023 at the Embassy of the Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia, Abuja, was aimed at strengthening ties and fostering collaboration between the two entities.   Malam Arabi who recently assumed duty as head of NAHCON,expressed gratitude to the Saudi Ambassador for the unwavering support that NAHCON has enjoyed under the diplomatic umbrella of the Saudi…

[Friday Sermon] The Sunnah (Way) Of Allah Concerning Calamities, Tests And Trials By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation—may He extol the Messenger in the highest company of Angels and send His peace and blessings upon him—likewise upon his family, Companions, and true followers. Dear brothers and sisters! Faith (Iman) and Allah-consciousness are reasons for test and trials. And the reward for steadfastness in them is paradise (Jannah) as vast as the heavens and the earth. Paradise (Jannah) is surrounded by the disliked just as Hell…

[Friday Sermon] The Signs Of Allah-Fearing Scholars And Their Beneficial Knowledge By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy   All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation—may He extol the Messenger in the highest company of Angels and send His peace and blessings upon him—likewise upon his family, Companions, and true followers. Dear brothers and sisters! Know that, being a person of knowledge is a great position which everyone aspires to, and the evidence for this is that no one accepts the title of Ignorant (Jahil), even if the individual at hand fits…

Friday Sermon: The Dangers Of Being Silent In The Face Of Evil And Criminality! 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. We praise Him, seek His aid, and seek His forgiveness. We seek refuge in Allah from the evil which is within our selves, and from the evil in our actions. Whoever Allah guides, none can send astray; whoever Allah sends astray, none can guide.   I bear witness that there is no deity other than Allah alone, and with no partner. And I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and His…

[Friday Sermon] Whoever Is Killed Defending His Country, His State, His Right And Honour Is A Martyr (Shahid)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise is due to Allah Who prepared for martyrs (Shuhadah) the highest ranks in Paradise. He also promised those who strive to defend their homeland, rights and honour victory and greatest rewards. I bear witness that there is no deity save Allah, having no associates. I also bear witness that our great Master Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is the Servant of Allah and His Messenger. May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, his…

Friday Sermon] Stand Up Against Oppression And Injustice Or Face Allah’s Wrath And Punishment! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Merciful, the Beneficent   All praise is due to Allah, the All-Knowing Creator. He created humans and He is the most knowledgeable of them, and nothing of their affairs is hidden from Him. We praise Him for guiding and selecting us to be Muslims, and we are grateful to Him for what He has given and bestowed upon us. Allah selects from the Prophets whomever He wills, chooses from the angels whom He wills, favours from the Ummah whom He wills, and elevates individuals…