Muslim News Nigeria Finalists emerge in Lagos Qur’an competition, stage set for grand finale
* Four Area Councils vie for top spot * Winners of Juz 5, 10 to be unveiled Sunday,…
VP Shettima approves establishment of desk offices for Islamic banks in states
The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has approved the establishment of desk offices for Jaiz Bank,…
Mustapha Ali becomes NAHCON’s new secretary
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has appointed Dr Mustapha Ali as the new Secretary of the…
Saudi Arabia to distribute 1.2m Qur’an copies in 45 countries
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has approved the distribution of 1.2 million copies of the…
Nigerian Muslims start Ramadan fast on March 1 as Sultan confirms sighting of moon
Fasting of the month of Ramadan, which is ninth of the 12 Islamic calendar year, begins tomorrow Saturday…
‘Commence Fasting when the moon is sighted’: Saudi, Nigeria call on citizens to search for Ramadan crescent Friday
– Ramadan fast for 2025 could either start on Saturday or Sunday depending on moon sighting The Kingdom…
Former Arsenal star Mesut Ozil enters politics, joins Turkiye ruling party
* As President Erdogan re-elected chair, AK Party Former Germany, Real Madrid and Arsenal star Mesut Özil, who…
3-in-1 Project: Lagos Island Muslim Community launches N5 billion social infrastructure fund on March 1
* Islamic cemeteries, our flagship project: BoT chairman Ebiti * Our proposed hospital ‘ll uphold dignity of women:…
VP Shettima to lead Nigeria’s contingent to Hajj 2025
...As NAHCON approves four Islamic banks for Hajj savings scheme … Announces Saudi’s new dual health measures The…
Grand Mufti Ilorin Sheikh Onikijipa earns praise for displaying humility in retracting controversial statements
By Akeem Alao Babatunde The Grand Mufti of Ilorin Kingdom and its environs, Sheikh Sulaimon Faruq Onikijipa has…
Borno Gov visits NAHCON, pledges support for successful 2025 Hajj
* Hajj Operations are well on track, Prof Saleh assures As part of efforts to ensure successful 2025…
Southwest Muslims also deserve Shari’ah Court of Appeal, Judge tells state govts
* Says lack of legal institutions to regulate Muslim affairs is unfortunate * As UNILAG Muslim Alumni UMA…
Disquiet in Lagos Central Mosque as council accuses Chief Imam of parallel Ramadan programmes
* Police invites Baba Adinni, others over dispute * Secretary asks Sanwo-Olu, Hamzat to intervene Imminent leadership crisis…
Thousands attend funeral for slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah
Nasrallah was assassinated by Israel five months ago and his public funeral delayed for security reasons. Tens of…
Hajj 2025: NAHCON, Saudi company confirm contract amendment
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) on Saturday amended its contract with Mashariq al Dhabia, a Saudi-based…