In preparation for the 2025 pilgrimage, the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Board has appointed Prince Adebayo Apelogun, National President of the Amalgamated Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners, Repairs and Riders Association of Nigeria (ACOMORAN), as the Amirul Hajj. He will lead a 14-member ad-hoc welfare committee tasked with ensuring the safety and comfort of pilgrims
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning against attempting to perform Hajj without a valid permit, emphasizing strict enforcement measures for the 2025 pilgrimage season. Anyone caught trying to undertake Hajj without official authorization will face severe consequences, including imprisonment followed by deportation, and a ban on re-entry
In a bid to support the justice system and enhance inmate welfare, Trinity House Church, Lagos, has donated a brand new 30-seater coaster bus worth N30 million to the Ikoyi Correctional Centre. The donation, which aims to address the centre’s longstanding challenge of transporting inmates to and from court, was made as part of activities
By Kafayat Oyewo-Oyelere Hypocrisy, is a deeply condemned trait in Islam. It refers to a disconnect between a person’s inner belief and outward expression. Pretending to be a believer while concealing disbelief or harboring ill intentions.It can also be described as feigning to be what one is not or A behavior that contradicts what one
As part of its Easter season activities, God’s Mercy Revival Ministries (GOMERM) has announced the hosting of its 2025 Covenant Day service, scheduled to hold this Sunday, April 20, at the ministry’s Mercy Campground, located at Kilometre 4, Papa Lanto Road, off the Sagamu-Ibadan Expressway in Ofada, Ogun State. In a statement released on Thursday
Kafayat Oyewo-Oyelere In Islam, the phase of being single is not merely a transitional period, it is a time filled with potential for growth, reflection, and establishing a firm foundation rooted in faith. Rather than viewing singleness as a void, or an opportunity for negative exploration, Islam encourages individuals to use this time to strengthen
Im a bold move underscoring its commitment to religious inclusivity and gender-sensitive workplace policies, the Jigawa State Government has officially directed all private security firms operating within the state to permit their female security operatives to wear the hijab while on duty. The announcement, made public after the State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor
Pastor David Ibiyeomie, the founder of Salvation Ministries, has ignited a heated debate with his recent assertions about Jesus Christ’s stance on poverty. During a sermon, Ibiyeomie claimed that Jesus “hates poverty” and never visited any poor person in their home. This statement has been met with both criticism and support from various quarters, as
In a strong display of solidarity, Christian leaders in Plateau State have organized a protest against the persistent killings that have plagued the region. The protest, known as the “Plateau Peace Walk,” was led by prominent figures such as Rev. Polycarp Lubo, Chairman of the Plateau State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN),
By Shittu Amidat Opeyemi Two important takeaways stood out from the second edition of the Eid-ul-fitr Family Funfair of the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) held earlier today, at Ikeja, Central Business District of Lagos State. First, the promotion of positive family values as a panacea for resolving or mitigating against most of the poverty-induced abnormal behaviours
