Category: Religion Watch (ISLAM)

Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque mourns Sheikh Muhyideen Bello

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque, Ibadan has expressed profound grief over the passing of Sheikh Muhyideen Ajani Bello, a revered Islamic scholar and staunch supporter of the mosque’s mission. His death, which occurred on the morning of Friday, December 6, 2024, has left the Muslim community in deep mourning.   In a heartfelt statement, Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade, Chairman of the Mosque Management Committee, described Sheikh Bello’s death as an irreplaceable loss. He praised the late cleric’s unwavering loyalty to the legacy of the late Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi, the…

NSCIA unveils Five New Imams for Abuja National Mosque

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has announced the appointment of five new Imams for the Abuja National Mosque. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the NSCIA Boardroom, National Mosque Complex, Abuja. Addressing the press, the Secretary-General of the NSCIA ,Prof Ishaq Oloyede stated that the appointments were part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the Religious Affairs Unit of the National Mosque and to enhance its role as a hub for worship, training, and scholarship. The newly appointed Imams, whose selection has been endorsed…

Agunbiade celebrates Dr Salimotu Oki on Doctoral Fellow Award

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Ibadan, Nigeria – A prominent member of the University College Hospital (UCH) Muslim Community and Ambassador for the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, has congratulated Dr. Mrs. Salimotu Omotolani Oki on her recent conferment as a Doctoral Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (CIHRM). In a heartfelt message, Agunbiade commended Dr. Oki, who serve as the Deputy Director of Administration and Head of Human Resources at UCH, for her exceptional leadership and dedication to human capacity development. He described the recognition as a fitting testament…

NSCIA seeks unity, economic reform, religious inclusivity to ease growing tensions in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has issued a set of critical resolutions following the 10th meeting of its Expanded General Purpose Committee (EGPC) held on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the National Mosque in Abuja. The meeting, presided over by His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of NSCIA,had participation from government officials, religious leaders, and representatives from the National Assembly. In a series of strong resolutions, the NSCIA called on the federal and state governments, as well as political leaders, to…

Renowned Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello, passes away at 84

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim community is mourning the loss of Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello, a revered Islamic scholar, preacher, and humanitarian, who passed away at the age of 84. The news of his death was confirmed by his close associate, Sheikh Taofeeq Akeugbagold, who expressed heartfelt condolences and called for prayers in his honor. Born in Ibadan, Sheikh Bello began his remarkable journey in Islamic scholarship at the tender age of nine. He moved in with his uncle, who managed an Islamic school, and quickly displayed an extraordinary passion for learning. By…

Abuja Muslim Forum delegation visits Hajiya Rahma Musa Sani, Alhaji Ishaq Kunle Sani

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Abuja Muslim Forum (AMF), under the leadership of its Amir, Alhaji AbdulRazaq Ajani, visited Hajiya Rahma Musa Sani and Alhaji Ishaq Kunle Sani yesterday in Utako and Dawaki District, respectively. The delegation, comprising prominent AMF members, visited Hajiya Rahma Musa Sani, popularly known as The Living Martyr, to show solidarity following her miraculous escape from a kidnapping ordeal. In his remarks, the AMF Amir praised her courage and reliance on Allah, which has become a source of motivation for many Muslims dealing with insecurity challenges. In her response, Hajiya…

Friday Sermon: It’s Unbefitting For An Islamic Scholar To Betray The Poor Masses! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful   All thanks are due to Allah; The One Who sent His Messenger with guidance and the true religion to make it superior over all other fake religions, despite the polytheist’s hatred of it. I bear witness that there is no other deity but Allah. None is comparable to Him in His attributes, qualities or actions. He is Exalted and High above all that which the transgressors say. The seven heavens and the earth and all that is therein glorify Him.…

Friday Sermon: Real Ahlis-Sunnah Wal-Jama’ah (Sunnists) Are Not Extremists! 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.   Dear brothers and sisters! Islam prohibits extremism and strongly condemns it. The extremists deviate from the path and methodology of Muslims because they neglect the Sunnah of Islam and emphasize only on its mandatories. In this regard, three men came to the houses of the wives of the Prophet…

Make Oyo Education utmost priority — MURIC tells Gov Makinde

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Gov Seyi Makinde led administration has been charged to make education a matter of utmost priority. The call was made by the leading human rights group in Nigeria, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) following the recent reports on the education sector in the State. In a statement circulated to the media on Wednesday, 27th November 2024. The State Ambassador and Secretary General of the Muslim Rights Concern MURIC Oyo State Chapter called for urgent proactive measures to ensure proper access to education in the State.   The full message reads:…

Hajj 2025: NAHCON Inaugurates 32-man Screening/Aviation Monitoring Committee ….. Opens Application Forms for Airlift of Pilgrims

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) today inaugurated a 32 man Screening/Aviation Monitoring Committee for 2025 Hajj air-carriers and cargo conveyers. Also inaugurated was a six man Secretariat for the Committee. The inauguration was followed by Opening of Application Forms for the Issuance of Hajj Licence for airlift of the 2025 pilgrims from Nigeria. The event took place in Hajj House, the NAHCON headquarter, today 26th November 2024. This set the pace for series of activities that will culminate in the selection of pilgrims’ air carriers as well as…