By Olusola Agboola

Muslims have been enjoined to be mindful of property acquisition, keep accurate records of their daily dealings and ensure Islamic injunctions permeate all aspects of their lives.

An Islamic cleric, Sheikh Abdulwaheed Abdulhameed gave the advice while delivering the 9th Ramadan lecture of The Criterion, Oyo District entitled “Accessing and Implementing Islamic Jurisprudence on Inheritance in Contemporary Nigeria” held at Bodija Estate and Environs Muslim Community, Ibadan.

Sheikh Abdulhameed noted that it was mandatory for Muslims to apply Sharia in the distribution of properties for rightful heirs instead of will writing or sharing of properties in the Yoruba traditional method.

“The conventional method of Will writing is non islamic and preemptive; no one knows who will die first -property owner or his heirs. Also, the traditional method of inheritance sharing is unjust and discriminatory against women. It also allows property usurpations”.

The cleric stressed that Islamic jurisprudence on inheritance was all inclusive, fair and just method of property sharing which is devoid of emotions and interests.

Sheikh Abdulhameed called on Islamic clerics to desist from desperation for wealth but rather increase their knowledge to educate the Ummah about pristine religion with a view to attaining eternal bliss.

In a remark, the Chairman on the occasion, Dr Bashir Olanrewaju pointed out the need for Muslims to prepare for death and those who would inherit their estates in order to prevent rancour.

In a goodwill message, the International Amirah of The Criterion, Alhaja Medinat Akanni represented by the International Secretary, Alhaja Aminat Abdulwahab described the topic as timely in the enlightenment against cultural practices which deny women their rightful share of inheritance.

The Amirah of The Criterion, Oyo District, Professor Morufat Balogun remarked that the topic was in line with the association’s vision and passion to address social issues with a view to finding lasting solutions, and especially welfare of women and children.

Professor Balogun explained that the association engages in quarterly seminars on Islamic and Western education, economic and political empowerment of women, marriage counselling and conflict resolution, as well as care for the orphans and widows.

The programme featured health talk on the significance of comprehensive Hepatitis B test, and The Criterion’s display of products from vocational skills.

By Olawale Asake

The District Superintendent of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Prayer Mountain of Mercy (Ori Oke Aanu), Ojoo, Ibadan, Pastor Isaiah O Alade, popularly known as Omo Woli, has reminded Christians who are willing to march forward as Christian Soldiers to embrace holiness and righteousness.

He made this known while delivering a Sermon “Onward Christian Soldiers” during the weekly Mercy Once Again prayer meeting held on the Mountain, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State.

Pastor Alade said, dedicated Christians should know that they are not of the world as there are treasures awaiting them in heaven, urging them to put their trust and courage in God.

The cleric maintained that, if people heed to God’s Word and obey his teachings and commandments, progress and prosperity would be their portions.

Pastor Alade prayed that God should add value to the lives of people who diligently seek Him, noting that God is a rewarder of every act of human beings and those who diligently seek him.

Mercy Once Again Prayer Meeting is an interdenominational gathering of people to pray, praise and worship God in Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Orí Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State every Wednesday starting from 9 O’clock in the morning.

As the Muslim Ummah in Oyo State and the world over begin the holy month of Ramadan, Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has charged them to rededicate themselves to Allah and use the glorious month to pray more for his administration, Oyo State and Nigeria.

The governor gave this advice following the sighting of the crescent moon, which signifies the commencement of Ramadan on March 1, 2025.

Governor Makinde, who felicitated the Muslim Ummah on witnessing another Ramadan, charged them to seize the opportunity presented by the holy month to rededicate themselves to the worship of Allah and to loving humanity more and being more patriotic to their state and the country.

He said: “I felicitate the Muslim Ummah in Oyo State and across Nigeria on the sighting of the crescent moon, which signifies the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan.

“The Ramadan period is an auspicious season for us all to rededicate ourselves to the worship of Allah, the love of humanity and other virtues taught by the Holy Prophet Muhammed (Peace Be Upon Him).

“The urge to rededicate to serving Allah and becoming better citizens finds a root in Surah Baqarah Verse 183, which says “O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous.

“As I have always said, our administration has enjoyed massive support from the Muslim Ummah. So, this is another opportunity to pray for us and to pray for our nation; that Allah will continue to guide us as we do everything possible to uplift our dear state and move its people from poverty to prosperity.

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