By Kafayat Oyewo-Oyelere Allah says in Surah Al-Hujurat (49:13): “O mankind, indeed We have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another. Verily, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you.” This beautiful verse reminds us that
In Islam, the act of Qurbani, also known as Udhiyah, is a significant ritual performed during Eid al-Adha to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham’s) unwavering devotion to Allah. The practice involves the sacrifice of an animal, typically a sheep, goat, cow, or camel, during the first three days of Eid al-Adha (10th to 13th of Dhul-Hijjah).
Nigeria, a nation enriched by its religious diversity, has for decades witnessed a generally peaceful coexistence among its major faith groups—Christianity, Islam, and traditional African religions. This relative harmony is underpinned by the secular character of the Nigerian state, as enshrined in the constitution, which guarantees freedom of religion and strictly prohibits the endorsement of
The Kaaba, located in the heart of Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah, stands as the most revered and spiritually significant structure in Islam. Known as the House of Allah, it is the direction of prayer for over a billion Muslims worldwide and the focal point of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Each year, millions of believers from
Kafayat Oyewo-Oyelere 14/03/2025 Sadaqah Means Voluntary acts of Charity in Islam. It means “Righteous,” coined from the Arabic word “Sidq”(Truthfulness). Sadaqah is different from Zakat. While Zakat is compulsory, Sadaqah is Voluntary. Kindness to others, generosity, and giving are essential values in Islam. Two types of sadaqah Sadaqah is whatever you give out of free
