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,
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) and the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) have raised strong concerns over what they describe as growing religious intolerance surrounding the construction of a mosque at Ede High School, alleging that the controversy has been needlessly orchestrated. The organisations contend that a Seventh‑day Adventist (SDA) church associated with
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has disclosed that the official announcement of the 2026 Hajj fare is expected soon, as the Commission awaits final approval from relevant authorities. Speaking on the development, a top official of the Commission urged all Nigerian intending pilgrims to commence their registration process without delay, stressing that early
MAKKAH – In a major step towards enhancing the spiritual and educational journey of pilgrims, the President of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman AlSudais, on Wednesday evening, officially launched the second edition of the Smart Enrichment Field Awareness Center at the Grand Mosque. The initiative,
The NASFAT Youth Wing recently convened a pivotal dialogue and partnership meeting with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) at the IOM Southern Regional Office in GRA, Ikeja. The meeting was led by the National Youth Secretary, Brother Olasupo Tajudeen Olalekan, alongside the Executive Secretary of the Society, Alhaji AbdulRahman Adogie. The session focused on
Cairo/Mecca, July 9, 2025 The revered Ghusl Kaaba ceremony, during which the interior of Islam’s holiest site is ritually cleaned, is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 10, 2025. This marks the 15th of Muharram, 1447 AH, in the Islamic lunar calendar. Each year, dignitaries, senior religious figures, and custodians of the Two Holy Mosques
In a move aimed at preserving the sanctity and continuity of worship at Islam’s two holiest sites, Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al‑Sudais, President of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, has mandated the appointment of backup imams and muezzins for every obligatory prayer at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi
Bismillāh-ir-Rahmān-ir-Rahīm. Introduction Parenting is one of the greatest trusts (amanah) that Allah has placed in our hands. In Islam, parenting is not merely about raising children, but about cultivating future leaders, righteous servants of Allah, and responsible members of society. As parents, we are not just caregivers, we are moral compasses, emotional anchors, and spiritual
Kafayat Oyewo-Oyelere In Nigeria, From classrooms to courtrooms, offices to marketplaces, Muslim women who wear the hijab often find themselves fighting not just for space, but for respect and recognition in a country that claims to be free and fair. What Is the Hijab and Why Do Muslim Women Wear It? The hijab is not
By: Adekunle SaheedIn a world increasingly driven by instant gratification, materialism, and cutting corners, raising children with a strong moral compass and an understanding of halal (lawful) income and honest living is more important than ever. For Muslim families and anyone seeking to instil strong ethical values, teaching the sanctity of honest earnings and upright
