Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria led by the National President Prince Mosediq Adeniji-Kazeem, SAN, on a courtesy visit to the Ahmadu Bello House, Ilorin.Ansar-ud-Deen Society is known for championing the cause of educational growth and religious harmony in Nigeria. Governor Abdul Raman Abdul Rasak while receiving the delegatescommended their leadership for these important roles, and equally
In a bold move to safeguard the wellbeing of pilgrims, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has suspended the operations of nine Umrah service providers found guilty of serious violations related to accommodation safety and regulatory compliance. The action, taken by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, is part of an intensified campaign to enforce high
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the spiritual experience of pilgrims, the Saudi authorities have introduced a toll-free helpline system and physical support desks at the two most revered Islamic sites — Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid An-Nabawi in Madinah. The new service, launched by the Presidency of Religious Affairs, offers worshippers round-the-clock
In a move that promises to transform the experience of pilgrims and visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi authorities have unveiled a state-of-the-art underground parking facility with a digital twist, a new mobile application called Mawgif, developed under the supervision of the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This innovation allows users to conveniently
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on African leaders and citizens to embrace peace, dialogue, and mutual respect as core values for sustainable development and harmony across the continent. The royal father made this call during his address at
14 July, 2025 The Ogun State Muslim Council (OMC) is deeply saddened by the passing of Alayeluwa Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, and President-General of Ogun State Muslim Council who departed this life on Sunday 13th July,2025 at the ripe age of 91. The monarch’s demise has sent shockwaves
This is a short write-up written in honour of Oba Dr. Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON, Ọgbà gbà II, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland. In life and death, Oba Dr. Sikiru Kayode Adetona was a trailblazer. Not only did he reign as one of Nigeria’s most revered monarchs, but he also left behind a historic
Rebuttal: Clarifying the Truth About the Burial of the Awujale of Ijebuland The Office of the Grand Chief Imam of Ijebuland has issued a strong rebuttal against a misleading report by Vanguard News, which inaccurately claimed that the late Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON, Ọgbà gbÃ
By Sulaimon Olanrewaju It was a night of heartfelt tributes, spiritual gratitude and celebration as the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society of Nigeria honoured its immediate past National Executive Council led by Mr Niyi Yusuf for a successful and impactful tenure between 2019 and 2024. At a special dinner organised to mark the end of the administration’s stewardship
In a move underscoring continued stability and reverence at Islam’s most sacred sites, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has graciously given his approval for the renewal of appointments of the distinguished Imams and Khateebs serving at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah. This decision,
