Category: Religion Watch (ISLAM)

HAJJ 2025: NAHCON inaugurates Two Committee for Screening and Inspection of Tour Operators’ offices

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Two committees have been inaugurated for the screening of applications and inspection of the offices of licensed tour operators by the Commissioner of Operations, Inspectorate, and Licensing, Prince Anofie Olarenwaju Elegushi, today, the 12th of November, 2025. The Screening of Application Committee will be headed by Alhaji Alidu Shutti, and the Inspection of Nationwide Offices Committee will be led by Alhaji Abdul-Ghaffar. According to the NAHCON Act 4, Section 1, as quoted by the Commissioner, the Commission is saddled with the responsibility to license, regulate, supervise, and perform oversight functions…

Friday Sermon: Fear Allah, Voting Is An Amanah (Trust)! 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, Lord of all the worlds. May His blessings and benedictions be upon the Messenger, his household and companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that the elections are a legitimate means of selecting leaders and representatives of the nation, to oversee the government, and enact laws to serve the citizens and advance their interests. In this way, elections embody one of the mechanisms of the principle of consultation (Shurah) established by…

YOU WILL NEED YOUR WIFE MORE THAN SHE NEEDS YOU AT OLD AGE, BE GOOD TO HER.

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In the early years of marriage, women often rely on their husbands for emotional support, financial stability, and guidance.   Men are saddled with the responsibility to play a vital role in providing basic needs for their families.   However, as the seasons of life change, so do the needs of men.   As men age, they begin to crave more companionship.   They yearn for someone to share their experiences, joys, and sorrows with.   A loving wife becomes an invaluable treasure at old age to her husband, providing…

Raising the Next Generation: The Vital Role of Marriage in Parenting and Socialization

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Happy Home Marriage Consult proudly presents a pivotal event focused on the essential role of marriage in shaping the future of our society.   Date: 21st December, 2024 Time: 10am Location: Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation Kaduna   Conference Overview The family unit, founded on a strong marriage, is the cornerstone of a prosperous and harmonious society. Effective parenting and socialization within this unit significantly impact the next generation’s values, character, and contributions.   *Celebrating Unsung Heroes We will honour individuals who have successfully built happy homes, nurturing responsible and…

May Allah Pour More Blessings And Mercy On Our Mothers! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad and upon all his family and companions.   Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: A person came to Messenger of Allah (Peace be upon him) and asked:   “Who among people is most deserving of my fine treatment?” He (Peace be upon him) said: “Your mother.” He again asked: ”Who next?” “Your mother”, the…

Friday Sermon: The Importance Of Trees Planting In Islam 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, Lord of all the worlds. May His blessings and benedictions be upon the Messenger, his household and companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! Allah The Almighty has made the life of people on earth dependent on plants. Plants draw nourishment from the earth, while humans and animals depend on plants for their sustenance. In turn, humans also derive nourishment from certain animals. However, humans cannot directly derive nourishment from the earth…

BORNO FLOOD: MUSWEN visits Gov Zulum, Shehu of Borno, donates N50m

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) on Friday 18th October, 2024, joined other sympathisers to commiserate with the government and people of Borno state, over the recent flood disaster with a donation of N50 million.   The four-member delegation was led by the MUSWEN President, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, accompanied by Prof. Muslih ‘Tayo Yahya, Executive Secretary of MUSWEN; Alhaji Y.K.O. Abdulkareem and Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade. The delegation first port of call was Governor’s Office, Maiduguri, during which the group donated N50m to Borno State Government in support…

History made,as first Igbo Professor of Arabic Ilyas Usman becomes Imam of Abuja National Mosque

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In a historic and joyous moment, Professor Ilyas Usman, the first Igbo scholar to achieve professorship in Arabic studies, has been appointed as the new Imam of the Abuja National Mosque.   Prof. Usman, an Igbo academic and Muslim scholar, joined the ranks of the three existing Imams of the National Mosque.   He is billed to deliver his inaugural khutbah at the National Mosque today, Friday, October 18, 2024, and will make history as the first Igbo to be appointed to the exalted position.   Prof. Usman who is…

NAHCON Chairman inaugurates 2025 Nusuk-Masar (E-track) Committee

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The Chairman/CEO of National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, today, inaugurated the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah requirement for 2025 Hajj Operation to facilitate hitch-free Pilgrims’ Hajj procedures and processings. In his speech,Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman reiterated the importance of the Committee’s assignment as the backbone of the 2025 Hajj Operation. Professor Saleh therefore urged the Committee to work diligently under the following terms of reference: (1) Activation and general management of the 2025 Hajj Nusuk-Masar portal for the Nigerian Intending Pilgrims. (2) Training…

MURIC hails Appeal Court Oyo Judges for upholding sanctity of Islamic marriage

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Human Rights group,Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended the Oyo State Customary Court of Appeal for upholding the sanctity of marriages conducted under Islamic law. The human rights organization applauded the judges who presided over a divorce case in which a Grade ‘A’ Customary Court attempted to dissolve a marriage contracted according to Islamic law.   The appellate court declared that no customary court anywhere in Nigeria has the jurisdiction to determine a case involving an Islamic marriage or the custody of children of an Islamic marriage. MURIC described…