As the first batch of Ogun State pilgrims departed Nigeria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform the 2025 Hajj, the League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State has called on them to maintain exemplary conduct and remain spiritually focused throughout the pilgrimage. The Secretary General of the association, Alhaji Tajudeen Mustapha Adewunmi,
An Egyptian pharmacist has stunned religious and academic communities after flawlessly reciting the entire Holy Qur’an in just seven hours—without a single error. The extraordinary feat, carried out by Mohammad Abdul Rahman, has drawn wide admiration and sparked renewed interest in the traditions of Qur’anic memorisation and recitation. Abdul Rahman, who is based in the
In a gesture of hospitality and operational transparency, Mashariq Al Dhahabiah Company, one of the leading Hajj service providers in Saudi Arabia, formally briefed Lagos State Hajj Board official, Abdulrazaq Mohammed, on the range of services designed to ensure a smooth and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage experience for Lagos pilgrims. The briefing, which took place after
The inaugural flight carrying pilgrims from Abia, Bayelsa, and Imo States has safely arrived in Madina, Saudi Arabia, marking the official commencement of the 2025 Hajj journey for pilgrims from Nigeria’s South-East and South-South regions. The pilgrims, who departed Nigeria earlier in the day, were warmly received at the Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
In a world grappling with ideological tension and social fragmentation, the intellectual and spiritual contributions of Imam Abū Manṣūr al-Māturīdī have resurfaced as a timeless guide for building ethical, inclusive, and balanced societies. Born in Samarkand and widely regarded as one of the foremost architects of Sunni Islamic theology, Imam al-Māturīdī championed a faith deeply
In a development that has sparked outrage across various communities, a disturbing video circulating online shows a group of Hindu men in Kareli, a neighbourhood in the northern Indian city of Prayagraj, deliberately trampling on flags laid out on a public road—one being the national flag of Pakistan, and the other bearing the official insignia
In a bid to enhance operational efficiency and pilgrim satisfaction, the Minister of Hajj and Umrah, His Excellency Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, convened a periodic coordination meeting with Umrah companies and key stakeholders, including representatives from the Saudi Ministry of Tourism. The strategic session focused on assessing the successes and challenges of the 1446 AH Umrah
In a significant move to enhance the pilgrimage experience, authorities have officially launched the #Nusuk_Card, an innovative identification system designed to verify a pilgrim’s status and ensure seamless access and movement across sacred sites. The card, developed in collaboration with religious and security agencies, promises to streamline logistical challenges and boost security during the pilgrimage
In a bold stride towards merging tradition with cutting-edge innovation, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has rolled out its most expansive Hajj operational plan to date, relying heavily on artificial intelligence and smart technologies to improve services and spiritual engagement for millions of pilgrims expected in 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by the General Presidency for
As the 2025 Hajj season approaches, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is intensifying its efforts to ensure the safety and efficiency of transportation services for pilgrims. The Transport General Authority (TGA) has launched extensive inspection campaigns across key entry points to Makkah, the holy sites, and Madinah, aiming to uphold high standards in the movement
