Rabi’tah says astronomical calculations safer, more accurate for Ramadan, seeks greater Muslim unity
Muslim News Nigeria * Insists unity in diversity is non-negotiable in Islam ▪︎ Calls for summit to resolve moonsighting disputes in…
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MUSWEN reaffirms confidence in Sultan, warns against disunity ahead of Ramadan
The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN), has reaffirmed confidence in the leadership of the Sultan of…
CIO holds pre-Ramadan seminar, aligns with Sultan of Sokoto on moon sighting
* Muslim unity superior to personal, regional interests: Grand Mufti declares The Grand Mufti of the Conference of…
Lagos, Oyo Muslims unite behind Sultan of Sokoto on moon sighting
* Grand Chief Imams affirm loyalty to NSCIA leadership, reject divisive calls Muslims in Lagos and Oyo states…
Relying solely on science for moonsighting is extremism — Prof. Alaro
* Says only Muslim leadership can declare start, end of fasting A renowned Muslim scholar, Professor AbdulRazaq AbdulMajeed…
Why Ramadan Fasting Hours Vary Around the World, By Simwal Usman Jibril
As Muslims around the world observe the holy month of Ramadan, they fast each day from the appearance…
Nigeria’s moon sighting committee backs physical sighting, urges unity among Muslims
* Says technology aids process but cannot replace physical sighting * Sultan’s announcement central to unity of Nigerian…
No new moon sighted, Sultan declares Tuesday as first Dhul-Qadah 1446AH
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, under the leadership of His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji…
Muslim News Fact Check: Did Saudi Arabia admit to mistake in Eid-el-Fitr moon sighting?
Reports and rumors have circulated online claiming that Saudi Arabia incorrectly declared Sunday, March 30, as a day…
Ramadan moon-sighting controversies in Nigeria— A call for dialogue, unity over division
Every year, the debate over the commencement and conclusion of Ramadan resurfaces, raising unnecessary tensions within Nigeria’s Muslim…
‘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…
Ramadan: On Sultan’s mandate we shall stand – MURIC
Says, ‘Islamic scholars engaging in sheer academic exercise’ The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has dismissed fears of division…
DIVIDE AND CONQUER: Exploiting Muslims’ disagreements via inordinate ambition of attention seekers
By Rasheed Abubakar The mainstream media, local and international, never miss an opportunity to exploit any semblance of…
Ramadan 2024: Let’s unite behind the leadership of the Sultan on moon-sighting: Sheikh Ahmad
• Says no basis for controversies and rift on moon-sighting A notable Islamic scholar and the Chief Missioner…
Saudi Arabia announces Wednesday first of Dhul-Hijjah, declares July 31 Eid-al-Adha
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has announced that Friday, July 31, will be the first day of Eid Al…