On the sidelines of the 2025 United Nations meetings in New York, Nigeria and Sweden have reinforced their commitment to collaborative development efforts. Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, engaged in bilateral discussions with Ms. Diana Janse, Sweden’s State Secretary for International Development Cooperation. The talks centered on enhancing partnerships in technology
Saudi Arabian Hajj security forces have arrested a Ghanaian resident for attempting to transport four expatriate women to Mecca in violation of Hajj regulations. The arrest occurred as part of ongoing efforts to enforce strict pilgrimage guidelines and prevent unauthorized access to the holy sites during the 2025 Hajj season .Gulf News The Ghanaian national
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) today, Monday, May 5, 2025, inaugurated its Central Security Committee as part of preparations for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The ceremony took place at the Hajj House in Abuja, with the Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, leading the event alongside his Commissioners and management staff. The
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has dismissed allegations of racketeering and procedural irregularities in the selection of the 2025 Hajj National Medical Team (NMT), asserting that the process was transparent and conducted according to established standards. In a statement issued on May 3, 2025, NAHCON responded to reports accusing the commission of bias
Mehmet Poroy has officially assumed office as the new Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, succeeding Hidayet Bayraktar. His appointment was marked by a formal ceremony during which he presented a copy of his credentials to Ambassador Wahab A. Akande, Chief of Protocol at Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Poroy’s appointment, which was officially announced in the
As the world observes World Press Freedom Day 2025, Palestinian journalists in Gaza persist in their vital reporting on the ongoing Israeli assault, despite facing grave dangers such as bombings, sniper fire, and arrests. These brave reporters have been documenting the ongoing violence and atrocities committed by Israel since the deadly escalation began on October
In a revelation that has taken both fans and critics by surprise, American actor Penn Badgley, best known for his unnerving portrayal of Joe Goldberg in the psychological thriller series YOU, has disclosed a deeply personal habit—reading passages from the Holy Quran every night as a means of calming his mind and reconnecting with his
In a disturbing turn of events on Friday afternoon, three individuals sustained injuries following a violent altercation at a mosque in downtown Hamilton, Canada. The incident, which unfolded at approximately 2:15 p.m. local time on May 2, 2025, sent shockwaves through the local Muslim community and prompted a swift response from law enforcement authorities. According
Vice President Kashim Shettima has disclosed that he departed Abuja for Libreville, Gabon, on the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to represent Nigeria at the inauguration ceremony of Gabon’s President-elect, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. In a statement issued before his departure, Shettima confirmed his mission, stating, “At the instance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,
Doha, Qatar – The Al-Mujadilah Center & Mosque for Women, under the umbrella of Qatar Foundation (QF), is bringing renewed focus to the study of Hadith this Spring, offering insightful programs that blend academic depth with spiritual enrichment. With a firm emphasis on women’s contributions to Islamic knowledge and tradition, the center is rolling out
