In a major step towards enhancing the experience of millions of Muslim pilgrims expected for this year’s Hajj, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has ramped up housing capacity in the holy city of Mecca to accommodate up to 1.8 million people. This move comes as the first wave of international pilgrims begins to touch down
Saheed Adekunle The National Human Rights commission (NHRC) in collaboration with KAICIID and other partners like Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society, NASFAT, KUKAH Centre have developed programmes and strategies that will promote freedom of religion and belief among different faithful in line with human right standards. As religious intolerance was identified as a product of ignorance and fear.
The Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) joins the Muslim Ummah and the entire nation in mourning the passing of a distinguished Islamic scholar and revered leader, Sheikh Hadiyatullahi, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN). His transition marks the loss of a towering figure in the propagation of Islamic values, scholarship, and justice. Sheikh
In a remarkable move underscoring its global mission, the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) Headquarters is set to establish a dynamic new branch in the Republic of Gambia. This development marks another shining chapter in NASFAT’s commitment to spreading Islamic knowledge, unity, and community empowerment across borders. The National Treasurer, Alhaji Shakirudeen Balogun, FCA, representing the National
The Muslim Congress (TMC) has taken a bold step toward addressing negativity and strengthening leadership capacity across its ranks with the successful hosting of its 2025 National Leadership Workshop. The two-day hybrid event, themed “The Big Picture Leadership,” held at the Federal Government Housing Estate in Batoro, Sagamu, Ogun State, brought together leaders from TMC
The recent controversy surrounding Sheikh Habeebullah Adam Al-Ilory, the Director of Markaz (Arabic and Islamic Training Centre) in Agege, Lagos, has once again raised serious concerns about ethical lapses in Nigerian journalism. This time, the respected Islamic scholar was at the centre of a media storm sparked by the publication of a misleading story by
As the 2025 Hajj season begins to gather momentum, Saudi Arabia has welcomed the first set of international pilgrims from various countries, even as authorities intensify enforcement of regulations guiding the sacred exercise. In a twin development on Tuesday, April 29, the Kingdom simultaneously received several flights conveying pilgrims and reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on
In a show of strategic engagement and forward-looking collaboration, a high-powered delegation from NASFAT (Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society) paid a courtesy visit to Her Excellency, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Deputy Governor of Ogun State, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. The delegation was led by Engr. Kamar Olawuyi, NASFAT Vice President, and included Alhaji Oshinuga (Chairman, 30th Anniversary Planning
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah has officially received the first batch of Bangladeshi pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj season. This group, comprising over 400 individuals, arrived in Saudi Arabia to undertake the sacred pilgrimage to Makkah and Madinah. Upon arrival, the pilgrims were warmly welcomed by Saudi officials and representatives from the Bangladeshi consulate.
Madinah’s Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport has officially welcomed the first batch of Indian pilgrims arriving for Hajj 2025. The group, comprising over 400 pilgrims, touched down on a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight, marking the commencement of the annual pilgrimage season. Upon arrival, the pilgrims were greeted by officials from the Saudi Ministry of
