Tragedy and devotion converged in Mecca this week as Abdul Majeed Abdul Rahman Al Mualla, a pilgrim from the United Arab Emirates, passed away shortly after performing Umrah on behalf of his son who had recently died in a tragic road accident. The deeply emotional journey ended in what many have described as a spiritually
Dubai, UAE – In a remarkable surge that underscores the growing appeal of Islam among diverse global communities, more than 3,600 individuals embraced the Islamic faith in Dubai between January and June 2025. This is according to fresh mid-year statistics released by the Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Islamic Culture, a key institution under the
August 11, 2025 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities have announced stricter regulations for travellers transporting valuables valued at $16,000 (approximately AED 58,700) or more. Under the new directive, all passengers entering or leaving the UAE must declare such valuables at the point of entry or departure. The category includes cash, precious metals, luxury watches,
The Minister of Education this week received the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Nigeria, His Excellency Salem Saeed Musabbeh Al Mahyoubi Al Shamsi, on a courtesy visit that marked a significant stride toward deepening bilateral relations between both nations. During the high-level engagement, discussions focused on expanding partnerships between the education ministries of
In a major stride towards ensuring a smooth and spiritually enriching Hajj experience, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has completed all necessary preparations for its pilgrims in the holy sites of Mina and Arafat. According to credible information made available, trial operations have officially commenced at the designated camps, confirming the full operational readiness of
Nigeria has taken a significant step toward modernizing its public service as top government officials participate in a landmark Senior Executive Leadership Programme in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), aimed at accelerating public sector reforms and enhancing governance. The programme, which runs from May 17 to 23, 2025, is organized by the United Nations in
