In the heart of Islam, the pilgrimage to Makkah—known as Hajj—remains one of the most significant spiritual duties for Muslims across the globe. For the faithful in Nigeria and beyond, understanding who must undertake this holy journey and who is exempt is vital for religious adherence and spiritual preparedness. As KIIN360 investigates, the sacred obligation
Hajj, the fifth pillar of Islam and a spiritual obligation for all Muslims who are physically and financially able, is a journey unlike any other. Held in the Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah, it draws millions of believers from all corners of the world to the sacred land of Makkah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
A Nigerian professor based in the United States, Cyril Obi, has called on African countries to redefine democracy in a way that reflects African values, norms, and aspirations if the continent is to achieve lasting progress and greatness. Obi argued that the current model of democracy, largely borrowed from Western frameworks, has failed to deliver
As the sacred days of Dhul Hijjah approach, Muslims around the world prepare spiritually and physically for Eid ul-Adha, a significant Islamic festival marked by devotion, sacrifice, and reflection. In many households, especially across Nigeria, questions are rising once again concerning the religious guidelines surrounding personal grooming—specifically, the act of trimming nails and cutting hair—for
By Humphrey Ukeaja Imagine walking through a busy Nigerian market, where brightly coloured food packages compete for your attention. From small shops to large malls, a wide variety of items are attractively displayed. However, hidden beneath these colourful wraps is a danger of too much sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats in majority of these products,
By Sulaimon Olanrewaju The Gateway Games2024, officially known as the 22nd National Sports Festival, is currently underway in Ogun State, Nigeria. The event kicked off on May 16 and will run until May 30, featuring over 12,000 athletes and officials from 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Key Highlights: Objectives: Notable Figures:
In times of loss, we often discover what truly connects us. Grief is universal. So is the human need to console and be consoled. In our increasingly diverse communities, moments of mourning often blur religious lines, prompting a difficult but necessary question: Can a devout Muslim honor the death of a non-Muslim friend, neighbor, or
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful One of the key and exclusive divine attributes of God is “Perfection”. Our noble Prophet Muhammad also says, “And know that whatever befalls you was not going to miss you, and whatever comes to you was never going to miss you.” In realisation of
In a rare emotional public service display on Wednesday, the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, broke down in tears as he publicly took responsibility for the mass failure of candidates in the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). It was not a moment staged for public sympathy; it
Since the release of JAMB results, barely a week ago,it has generated lots of concerns from many stakeholders in both the academy sector and others who for one reason or the other raises series of concerns about the mass failure of students who sat for the exam. Critics from within Nigeria and overseas wrote many
