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MURIC urges Nigerian Govt to condemn India for persecuting muslims

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A Nigeria based Islamic human rights organization,the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has condemned the harsh treatment of Indian Muslims by the Indian government. The group asked the Nigerian government to summon the Indian ambassador to Nigeria in order to lodge an official complaint against India and to warn the latter against further escalation.   MURIC’s complaint to the Nigerian government was contained in a statement issued by the director of the group, Professor Ishaq Akintola on Thursday, 26th June, 2022.   The full statement reads:   “The Indian authorities recently…

MURIC condemns blasphemy killing in Sokoto

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The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has condemned the killing in Sokoto of a student, Deborah Samuel, over allegation of blasphemy.   In a statement released by its director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, on Friday, 13th May, 2022, MURIC described the killing as outrageous, illegal and unlawful.   The full statement reads :   “A female student of the Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, Deborah Samuel, was on Thursday killed for allegedly blaspheming against the Prophet Muhammad (Peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). The blaspheme statement was reportedly posted…

Eid-el-fitr: NYSC DG congratulates Muslims,urges them to reflect gains of Ramadan fast

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The Director General, National Youth Service Corps NYSC, Major General Shuaibu Ibrahim has felicitated with Muslim faithful and other Nigerians on the occasion of Eid-fitri celebration.   Major General Shuaibu Ibrahim in a Sallah message,he personally signed urged Muslims to reflect the gains of Ramadan in their lives.   The message read in part;   “On behalf of Management and Staff of the National Youth Sevice Corps, I heartily felicitate with the Muslim faithfuls on the successful completion of Ramadan Fast. ‘I earnestly pray that the gains of the great…

EID-EL-FITR: Niger SSG greets muslims, preaches peace, love, tolerance

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As millions of Nigerian Muslims join their counterparts across the world to celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Fitr, the Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane has urged Muslims to remain steadfast in the worship of Allah and to follow the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as they did during the month of Ramadan.   The SSG who disclosed this in his message to commemorate this year’s Eid-el-Fitr on behalf of the Government and people of the State asked Muslims to continue to uphold the ideals…

Council Of Islamic Preachers felicitates with Muslims, canvases support for Southern Presidency come 2023

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The Supreme Council Of Islamic Preachers In Nigeria(SCIPIN)in a Sallah message signed by Sheikh Muhammad Noura Bn – Ahmad,Head,Media & Publicity and made available to journalists ,has congratulated Muslim faithful on the completion of Ramadan and Celebration of Eid-fitri.   The Sallah message read in part;   “Todays the Conclusion of Ramadan fasting 1443 of which Muslims Faithfuls the world over Experience Rejuvenated Spiritual Rebirth by keeping away from Eating & Drinking whence virtues of Endurance, Patience, Worshipping with lots of Supplication individually and Collectively for our country Nigeria “While…

RAMADAN : Pray for Nigeria, Ortom tasks Muslims

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Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has urged the Muslim faithful to pray for the restoration of peace, unity and security of the nation during this year’s Ramadan fasting and prayer. Governor Ortom in a goodwill message to the Nigerian Muslim faithful noted that the challenges facing Nigeria today demand that the nation need prayers for her survival more than ever before. Besides the intractable security challenges raging the country, the governor said “peace and security is imperative as we enter 2023 electioneering period”. He also craved for religious harmony between…

2023: Ahmad tasks Muslims to participate, ensure credible leadership

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Sheikh Abdur-Rahman Ahmad, the Chief Missioner, Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria has advised Muslims in Nigeria to participate fully in the electoral process and ensure the emergence of credible leaders in the 2023 General Election. Ahmad made the call as the Guest Speaker at the 12th Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduate’s Association (UNIFEMGA) National Honours Award’s Program in Ilorin. Speaking on the theme: “2023 and Beyond: The Role of Muslims in Ensuring a Credible Leadership for Nigeria”, Ahmad noted that Allah will ask Muslims the various role played in ensuring credible…

EID-EL MAULUD: Gov Sani Bello enjoins Muslims to embrace virtues of Prophet Muhammad

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Niger State Governor ,Abubakar Sani Bello has advocated the need for Muslim Ummah to reflect deeply over the unique conduct and lifestyle of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as they joined their counterparts worldwide to mark this year’s Eid-el Maulud . The Governor in a message to commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, said imbibing the spirit of love, patience, perseverance, humility, honesty, generosity and above all putting others first would guarantee peace, unity and Nigeria would be a better place to live in. Governor Sani Bello…

Maulud Nabbiy: Emulate shinning virtues of Prophet Muhammad, Oyetola tells Muslims

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Osun Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, has sent greetings to Muslims in the State and across the world as they mark the occasion of the Maulud Nabbiy, birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The Governor in a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, enjoined the Muslim faithful to use the opportunity of this celebration to reflect on the lessons and teachings of the Prophet, whom he said, led a life of service to Allah and humanity. Oyetola also urged them to emulate Prophet Muhammad’s shining virtues of love, compassion,…

Veteran Journalist decries Poor Reading Culture among Muslims

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An Ibadan-based veteran journalist, Alhaji Femi Abbas has said the poor reading culture among Muslims portend danger for the Muslim Community. He stated this in Ibadan during a lecture entitled ” Media and Islam in Contemporary Nigeria: Friend or Foe” at the 14th Biennial Conference of Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association, UNIFEMGA, Ibadan Chapter. Abbas said it was high time Muslims cultivated the habit of reading as such would make them informed and would at the same time enhance their deep knowledge about Islam. “The reality on ground is…