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 Islamic Cultural Centre of Ireland (ICCI), the largest mosque in Ireland located in Clonskeagh, Dublin, has temporarily closed its doors to the public due to internal disputes and rising security concerns. The closure follows a disruptive incident during a meeting on April 19, 2025, which was initially meant to be a gathering for parents
The debate over religious expression in Germany’s public institutions took a new turn on Thursday as the Green Party in Berlin renewed its demand for the repeal of the controversial Neutrality Act, describing it as discriminatory, particularly against Muslim women who wear the hijab. The party maintained that the existing law has become a barrier
The Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, has urged African researchers and policy scholars to rise to the challenge of shaping Africa’s role in the rapidly changing global order. He made the call during the opening session of a high-level policy roundtable held in Abuja, focused on
The Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has secured quality accommodation in Makkah for intending pilgrims from the state ahead of the 2025 Hajj exercise. This development comes as part of the state government’s proactive efforts to ensure a comfortable and spiritually fulfilling experience for all pilgrims under its care. This was disclosed on Tuesday by
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Jordan’s King Abdullah II in Jeddah for a pivotal discussion aimed at reinforcing the deep-rooted ties between the two nations and addressing key regional challenges. The high-profile meeting, which took place in Jeddah, was attended by senior officials from both countries, including Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defense,
In a bold move that has sent ripples through the region, the Jordanian government has officially outlawed the Muslim Brotherhood, marking a significant escalation in its crackdown on Islamist groups. The government’s actions, announced on April 23, 2025, include the confiscation of assets belonging to the Brotherhood and its affiliates, as well as the closure
Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi and Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa are among prominent Nigerian leaders confirmed to attend the 100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda, from July 4–6. Summit Focus and ParticipantsThe event, themed “Leadership Frameworks for Governance, Business Growth, Investment Opportunities, and Sustainable Development in Africa,” will
Sheikh Dr. Salah Al-Budair, the esteemed Imam of Masjid An-Nabawi in Medina, arrived in the Maldives on April 21, 2025, for an official visit aimed at fostering religious collaboration and spiritual enrichment. The visit, organized by the Maldivian Islamic Affairs Ministry, includes a packed schedule of lectures, prayers, and high-level meetings with local scholars and
Hajj 2025 flight operations are officially scheduled to commence on April 29, with thousands of pilgrims from around the world, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India, set to begin their sacred journey to Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority has mandated strict adherence to the flight schedule, ensuring smooth arrivals and departures throughout the season.
