As preparations intensify ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the Nigeria Police Force in Jigawa State has issued a strong advisory to the public, particularly livestock traders, to remain alert and cautious against the circulation of counterfeit currency during the festive period. The warning was issued on Thursday in Dutse through a statement signed by the
Faith-based group calls for reforms, people-centered policies, and stronger civic values As Nigeria marks Democracy Day 2025, the President of the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT), Alhaji Dr. Ayodeji AbdulWahid AbdulRauf, has called for a deeper, more people-focused interpretation of democracy, one anchored on justice, transparency, and service to humanity. Speaking on behalf of NASFAT, a prominent
More than 600 Ugandan Muslims have embarked on the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant religious milestone for the East African nation. The pilgrims gathered at Entebbe International Airport in the early hours of Thursday, May 29, 2025, accompanied by family members who came to bid them farewell. This year’s pilgrimage
The inaugural group of pilgrims invited by Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz has arrived in the holy city of Mecca ahead of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. This distinguished delegation comprises 305 individuals from 33 countries, marking the beginning of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program for Hajj. According to Abdullah Al Anzi,
As of Thursday, May 29, 2025, approximately 14,000 Syrian pilgrims have safely arrived in Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage, with no emergencies reported, according to Muhammad Nour Araj, Director General of Hajj and Umrah. Araj stated that the arrival of pilgrims will continue until June 2, 2025, with a total of 22,500 Syrian pilgrims expected
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully concluded the airlift of Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The final flight, UMZ3440, departed Abuja at 11:38 PM on Wednesday, May 28, carrying 22 pilgrims and 231 officials, including NAHCON Chairman Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International
In Islam, the act of Qurbani, also known as Udhiyah, is a significant ritual performed during Eid al-Adha to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham’s) unwavering devotion to Allah. The practice involves the sacrifice of an animal, typically a sheep, goat, cow, or camel, during the first three days of Eid al-Adha (10th to 13th of Dhul-Hijjah).
Authorities responsible for security during the annual Hajj pilgrimage have intensified enforcement of permit regulations to ensure the safety and orderly movement of pilgrims. The measure comes amid growing concerns over crowd control and the prevention of unauthorized access to key ritual sites. Security operatives, including Saudi police and Hajj supervisors, have been closely monitoring
In a remarkable display of honesty and integrity, a Nigerian pilgrim from Plateau State, Hajiya Zainab, has returned the sum of $5,000 she found at the revered Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to its rightful owner—a fellow pilgrim from Russia. The incident, which occurred during a prayer session at the Grand Mosque, has drawn
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
