Category: Religion Watch (ISLAM)

MURIC condemns mob killing of woman over alleged Blasphemy in Niger State

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has strongly condemned the killing of a woman accused of blasphemy in Kasuwan-Garba town, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State.   The victim, identified as Amaye, a local food vendor, was reportedly attacked and killed by a mob on Saturday evening after being accused of making blasphemous remarks against Prophet Muhammad (SAW) while conversing with a customer in her restaurant.   In a statement issued by its Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC described the killing as “Bohemian, extrajudicial, barbaric and unIslamic.”…

The Islamic Rulings On Murder, Blasphemy And Taking The Law Into Our Own Hands! By Imam Murtadha Gusau-Okene

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In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful All praise is due to Allah, Who guided us to Islam, and prayers and peace of Allah be upon the best of all Prophets and Messengers, our beloved Prophet, Muhammad, and upon all his family members and Companions. Dear brothers and sisters! A female food vendor named Ammaye has been lynched at Kasuwar Garba, in Mariga local government area of Niger State by angry youths over alleged blasphemy against our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). The incident which took…

Friday Sermon: Celebrating The Birthday Of Prophet Muhammad (Mawlid) And The Unity Of Muslim Ummah! By Imam Murtadha Gusau-Okene

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In the Name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our beloved master Muḥammad, the last of Prophets, on his family, and all his companions. Dear brothers and sisters! Allah the Most High says: “And if your Lord had willed, He could have made mankind one community (one Ummah); but they will not cease to differ. Except whom your Lord has given mercy, and for that He created them. But the word of…

If Someone Sticks By Your Side Through Your Worst Times, They’re The Ones Who Deserve To Be With You Through Your Best Times! By Imam Murtadha Gusau-Okene

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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.   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that, the quote: “If Someone Sticks By Your Side Through Your Worst Times, They’re The Ones Who Deserve To Be With You Through Your Best Times” is attributed to Mr. Ralph Smart.   Mr. Ralph Smart is known for his spiritual…

NAHCON, Alternative Bank unveil plans for Digital Hajj Savings Platform

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) in partnership with the Alternative Bank is set to roll out a new digital platform that will allow intending pilgrims to open and manage their Hajj Savings Scheme (HSS) accounts from smartphones, tablets, and computers. The initiative, discussed at a meeting on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at NAHCON headquarters in Abuja, is designed to simplify access to the scheme and expand its reach across the country. Head of the Hajj Savings Scheme, Barrister Abdulmumin Aliyu, said the project represented a major step forward…

Choosing the Right Imam Is Crucial for Oyo – Amb. Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade

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Ambassador Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade has stressed the need for careful consideration in the choice of the next Imam of Oyo, describing the decision as one that carries immense spiritual and communal weight for the entire Muslim Ummah.   In his recent appeal to the Alaafin of Oyo, Agunbiade explained that his involvement was not political interference but a recognition of the traditional throne’s historic role in Yoruba Islam. “In Yoruba history, the Alaafin is not only a cultural leader but also a custodian of the moral compass of society. Islam…

MURIC slams global silence as 50 muslims killed in Katsina attacks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has condemned the killing of 50 Muslims in coordinated bandit attacks on several communities in Malunfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, accused the West of double standards in its response to such tragedies.   In a statement issued on Saturday, 23rd August 2025, and signed by its Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC described the killings as “gruesome, ferocious, inhuman and barbaric.”   Reports indicated that between Monday night and Tuesday morning, 4th and 5th August 2025, armed bandits invaded Gidan Adamu…

Islamic Rulings On Self-Defense! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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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. Dear brothers and sisters! Allah the Most High says: “And prepare against them whatever you are able of power and of steeds of war by which you may terrify the enemy of Allah and your enemy and others besides them whom you do not know [but] whom Allah…

Please Let NAHCON Be By Fatima Sanda Usara

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In recent times, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has found itself under an unusual and disproportionate weight of allegations. Petitions after petitions that are compiled to the volume of an encyclopedia lie in our archive. Hardly does an investigation into one of these petitions arise without being sensationalized in the media. It appears as if the media have found NAHCON a perpetual target for criticism. Yet, we must pause and reflect: why is NAHCON subjected to such constant public trial in the court of opinion, when other agencies…

Friday Sermon: The Islamic Stand On Armed Banditry (Hirabah)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau-Okene

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy.   All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation, may Allah extol the mention of our noble Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) in the highest company of Angels, bless him and give him peace and security―and his family, his Companions and all those who follow him correctly until the establishment of the Hour.   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that, the whole issue of Hirabah, which is also known as banditry, can be summed up…