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
In a remarkable display of faith and resilience, four Muslim pilgrims-three from Spain and one from Morocco-have arrived in Saudi Arabia on horseback after an arduous journey across Europe and the Middle East to participate in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. Their arrival at the Al Hadithah border crossing in the northern Al Qurayyat region has
The Mahdu Thaqoofatil Islamiyyah Li-Tahleemil Arobiy Al-Islamiy, also known as the Institute of Islamic Civilization, has graduated nine students in Qur’anic memorisation and recitation, as part of its efforts to promote Islamic scholarship and moral education in Nigeria. The event, held on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the institute’s premises in Itele, Ogun State, marked
Nigeria’s foremost Hajj and Umrah operator, Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited (HMVL), will commence the medical screening for its intending pilgrims on Friday, May 2, 2025, in preparation for the upcoming Hajj. The screening will take place at the company’s Lagos office located at 9A, Wing 1, Abiodun Fasakin Crescent, behind the old LASU building, Idiroko
The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) has announced the official inclusion of Cameroon as its 43rd member state. The development was confirmed during a formal flag-raising ceremony held at the coalition’s headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 1, 2025. Cameroon’s flag was hoisted alongside those of existing member states in a symbolic gesture
In a significant move to ensure the health and safety of Nigerian pilgrims, Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited has commenced comprehensive medical screenings for its 2025 Hajj pilgrims. This initiative, which began on Friday, is part of the agency’s broader strategy to provide a seamless and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage experience.​ The medical screenings, conducted at designated
In a significant cultural and religious outreach, the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has distributed more than 6,000 copies of the Holy Qur’an to attendees at the 39th Tunisia International Book Fair, which commenced on April 25 and is scheduled to run until May 4, 2025. ​ The distribution initiative is part
The Mataf—the sacred white-marble area encircling the Kaaba in Masjid al-Haram—has taken on an uncharacteristically tranquil appearance as Saudi Arabia enforces stringent entry restrictions to Makkah ahead of the 2025 Hajj season. This development follows the Kingdom’s directive limiting access to the holy city exclusively to individuals holding valid Hajj permits, residents with Makkah-issued residency,
The Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL), Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, has held a high-level meeting with Islamic leaders from the United Kingdom in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, to discuss emerging challenges confronting the British Muslim community and to strengthen international collaboration for religious tolerance. The strategic engagement, which took place on Wednesday, focused
In a significant leadership transition within Nigeria’s Islamic legal community, Dr. Bashir Umar has been appointed as the new President of the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN), succeeding Sheikh Hadiyatullah, who has served in the role for over two decades.​ The announcement was made during the council’s national conference held in Abuja, where
