Prominent Islamic Scholar and Supreme Council for Shariah President, Sheikh Abdur Rasheed Hadiyyatullah, Passes Away The Nigerian Muslim community has been thrown into mourning following the death of one of its most revered scholars, Sheikh Abdur Rasheed Hadiyyatullah, who returned to his Creator, Allah, in the late hours of Monday, April 28, 2025. Until his
In a significant stride towards ensuring the health and safety of Nigerian pilgrims, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially inaugurated the principal officers of the National Medical Team and constituted the Medical Committee for the 2025 Hajj operations. This move underscores NAHCON’s commitment to delivering efficient and effective healthcare services to all
In a landmark development aimed at promoting greater inclusivity, the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has announced that the Arafat Khutbah during Hajj 2025 will be translated live into 20 languages. The initiative, which significantly expands on previous efforts, is designed to ensure that millions of pilgrims from across the
As preparations for the 2025 Hajj intensify across the globe, South African pilgrims are poised to emerge as a major force among international worshippers expected to converge in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. Reports monitored by KIIN360 reveal that the South African Hajj and Umrah Council (SAHUC) has begun comprehensive arrangements to ensure
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has officially declared Tuesday, April 29, 2025, as the first day of Dhul Qa’adah 1446 After Hijrah (AH). The announcement was made following the established tradition of moon sighting reports across various parts
A young Malian man identified as Aboubakar has been brutally murdered in a suspected hate-driven attack inside a mosque in southern France, sparking widespread condemnation and a renewed debate over Islamophobia in the country. The shocking incident occurred in the early hours of Friday at the Khadidja Mosque located in La Grand-Combe, a quiet town
As the sacred obligation of Hajj continues to beckon millions of devout Muslims across the globe, Nigeria remains one of the largest contributors to the annual pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. However, behind the scenes of this profound spiritual journey lies a complex web of financial, administrative, and logistical undertakings—one that demands innovation
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on Muslims across the country to begin the search for the new moon of Zulki’ida 1446 AH from Sunday, 29th of Sha’aban, 1446 AH, which corresponds to April 28, 2025. In
In a truly remarkable display of intellect and devotion, a 10-year-old Malaysian boy, Ahmad Ziyyad Mohd Zahir, has captured national and international attention after successfully memorising the entire Qur’an in a record time of just four months and ten days. Hailing from Terengganu, Ahmad Ziyyad, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of seven,
The Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) will mark its 30th anniversary with a grand lecture on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Main Auditorium of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Yaba, Lagos. According to a statement signed by Alhaji Owolabi Oseni, National Publicity Secretary, NASFAT, the event will feature a distinguished lineup of guests, with
