August 8, 2025

Religion

Religion

Imam Al-Māturīdī’s Enduring Legacy of Rational Faith, Tolerance, and Integration Celebrated in Global Gathering at Samarkand

In a world grappling with ideological tension and social fragmentation, the intellectual and spiritual contributions of Imam Abū Manṣūr al-Māturīdī have resurfaced as a timeless guide for building ethical, inclusive, and balanced societies. Born in Samarkand and widely regarded as one of the foremost architects of Sunni Islamic theology, Imam al-Māturīdī championed a faith deeply

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General Religion World

Imams of Makkah’s Grand Mosque Arrive in Kosovo on High-Level Religious Visit, Promoting Peace and Unity

In a significant show of spiritual diplomacy and international religious cooperation, two distinguished Imams from the Grand Mosque in Makkah—Sheikh Dr. Bandar bin Abdulaziz Baleelah and Sheikh Muhammad bin Usamah Khayyat—touched down in Pristina, the capital of Kosovo, earlier today on an official visit facilitated by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The mission is part

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Religion

Tensions Rise in Prayagraj as Viral Video Shows Religious Insensitivity Spark Uproar Among Muslims

In a development that has sparked outrage across various communities, a disturbing video circulating online shows a group of Hindu men in Kareli, a neighbourhood in the northern Indian city of Prayagraj, deliberately trampling on flags laid out on a public road—one being the national flag of Pakistan, and the other bearing the official insignia

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Events Diary Religion

Faith Through the Storm: NASFAT Ogun Zone 3 Empowers Women at 2nd Biennial Conference

The 2nd Zonal Biennial Women Conference of NASFAT Ogun Zone 3 was held with great success, bringing together women leaders, scholars, and dignitaries for a day of inspiration, faith, and empowerment. The conference theme, “Faith Through the Storm: An Islamic Approach to Overcome Hardship with Strength and Grace,” highlighted the importance of resilience and spiritual

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General Hajj and Umrah Religion

VP Shettima, Governor Uzodinma to Flag Off Nigeria’s Maiden Hajj 2025 Airlift from Owerri on Friday

History is set to be made this Friday, May 9, as Nigeria’s first batch of pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj will be officially airlifted from the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri, Imo State. This marks the first time the South-East state will host a major Hajj inaugural ceremony, and the occasion is expected

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General Religion

Muslim Lecturers Propose Strategic Economic Blueprint to Shield Nigeria from Global Trade Shocks

As global trade dynamics continue to shift under the weight of rising tariffs and policy realignments, the Muslim Lecturers Association (MLA) has put forward a set of forward thinking policy recommendations aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s economic resilience. The proposals were unveiled during a virtual symposium convened on Workers’ Day 2025, themed “United States Trade Wars

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General Religion

Notable Absence as Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Hameed Missing from Masjid An Nabawi Imam List for Hajj 1446

In a quiet but noticeable development from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, respected Islamic scholar and long serving Imam of Masjid An Nabawi, Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Hameed, has not been included among the officially listed Imams for the Hajj 1446 season. This revelation came to light following the official rollout of the Hajj operations

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Hajj and Umrah Religion

Blistering Heat to Test Pilgrims as Hajj 2025 Expected to Rank Among the Hottest in History

As millions of Muslims prepare for the annual Hajj pilgrimage this June, meteorologists are raising serious alarms about the harsh weather conditions forecasted for this year’s spiritual journey. Experts warn that Hajj 2025 could go down in history as one of the hottest ever recorded, with real-feel temperatures projected to exceed a sweltering 50 degrees

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General Religion

NASFAT Commences Online Da’wah and Du’a: A Digital Gateway to Divine Mercy

The Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) has launched a spiritually enriching online Da’wah and Du’a session, inviting Muslims around the world to gather virtually in the remembrance of Allah. Held every Thursday from 12 noon to 1:10pm (Nigeria Time), this initiative blends the power of technology with timeless Islamic devotion. Each session is a sacred moment filled

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Hajj and Umrah Religion World

Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Hameed No Longer Listed as Imam of the Prophet’s Mosque

Renowned Islamic scholar and cleric, Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Hameed, has been removed from the official roster of imams at the Prophet’s Mosque (Masjid an-Nabawi) in Madinah, according to the latest update released by the Saudi Arabian Presidency for Religious Affairs. His absence from the list of serving imams has raised questions among worshippers and

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