By Akeem Alao Babatunde
As the Muslim world enters the final ten days of Ramadan, renowned Islamic scholar, Dr. Sanusi Lafiagi has urged Imams to exercise restraint in using loudspeakers during late-night prayers.
He emphasized that Islam upholds the rights of others, particularly neighbours, and discourages actions that cause harm or undue disturbance.
Observing Qiyāmul-Layl in the last third of the night is highly rewarding. Some mosques have even adjusted their schedules, postponing Tarāwīh prayers to the middle of the night.
While this initiative is commendable, Lafiagi, a senior lecturer at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, cautioned against the potential disruption that amplified prayers might cause to different members of the community.
He highlighted key concerns, stating that loudspeakers at such hours could disturb:
Those who observed their Tarāwīh earlier and need rest.
Women who are not performing Salāt due to valid reasons.
Pregnant and nursing mothers struggling with sleep.
The sick and elderly who are exempt from fasting and need rest.
Non-Muslims who have the right to peaceful sleep.
Young children who require about nine hours of uninterrupted rest.
Those who choose to observe Qiyāmul-Layl privately with their families.
Lafiagi urged Imams and worshippers to respect others’ rights by observing Qiyāmul-Layl without loudspeakers. Concluding his message, he prayed, “May Allāh accept it from us all.”
His appeal serves as an important reminder that while devotion is central to Ramadan, maintaining peace and consideration for others is an equally essential Islamic principle.
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