Religion

Cleric Admonishes Muslims on Adherence to Faith Tenets

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By Ibrahim Adeyemo An Islamic cleric, Ustaz Abdulqudus Abdulfatai has advised Muslims to only slaughter rams that were free from any form of deformities during the Eid- El-Kabir celebration. Ustaz Abdulfatai stated this in an interview with Radio Nigeria. The Islamic cleric noted that it was Continue Reading

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Easter Celebration: Muslim Faithful Felicitate Christians

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Nigerian Muslims, under the leadership of the President-General of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, have congratulated Christians on the Easter celebration. In a statement by NSCIA’s Deputy Secretary General, Salisu Shehu, and addressed to the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Daniel Okoh the NSCIA stated that Continue Reading

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Oyo NOA Stresses Need for Religious Tolerance, Social Integration

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The State Director, Oyo State National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mr. Kayode Odedokun, has sent his best wishes to Muslims and residents of Oyo State on the occasion of Id-el Adha. The felicitation is contained in a Press Release signed by the Head, Media and Publicity of the agency, Alhaji Isiaka Kehinde. Mr Odedokun pointed out […]Continue Reading

Religion

Significance of Ram During Eid-El Kabir

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Ram plays significant role during the celebrations of Eid- il-Adha. Every adult Muslim craves for ram to be slaughtered during the celebrations as instructed by the prophet Muhammed. This special report examines its affordability in the present economic situation of the country especially, considering its significance in the celebration of Eid-el-Adah. In years past, rams Continue Reading

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Reflect on Background of Sallah Celebration, Olubadan Charges Muslims

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Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II has congratulated the Muslims across the country on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration with a charge to them to deeply reflect on the historical and religious background of the annual celebration. Oba Balogun, in a statement signed on his behalf by his Media […]Continue Reading

Religion

Messages Pour in as Muslims Mark Sallah

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Folarin Felicitates Muslims At Eid-El-Kabir As Muslim Ummah in Oyo State joins other Muslims worldwide to celebrate Eid Al-Adha, the 2023 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Teslim Folarin has assured people of the state of a better future. The Oyo Central senator made the statement in his felicitation message to Muslims […]Continue Reading

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   Eid-el-Fitri: OYO NOA Felicitates Faithful

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Oyo State Director, NOA, Mr Kayode Odedokun has felicitated the Muslim faithful at the end of Ramadan. The Director, in a message made available to the press in the State, said Nigerians should look beyond fasting as self-abstinence from the consumables but begin to uphold the teachings inherent in the occasion which is the purity […]Continue Reading

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Ramadan: Shun Sinful Acts- Cleric Tells Muslims

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As Ramadan enters the seventh day, the Chief Imam Ataqwa mosque, Awotan, Ibadan Ustadh Isiaq Abdulhameed wants muslims to move closer to Allah by increasing all prescribed acts of worship. He stated this during a jumat service held in Ibadan. The cleric enjoined muslims to imbibe the acts of almsgiving and feeding the poor to […]Continue Reading

Religion

Gov. Abiodun Urges Muslims to Uphold tenets of Ramadan

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As Muslims all over the world celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan, Ogun State Governor, Prince  Dapo Abiodun, has urged the faithful to uphold the lessons and tenets of Ramadan. In his Eld-el-fitri message, Governor Abiodun called on the Muslim faithful to continue to promote unity and harmony that formed the basis […]Continue Reading

Education

Osun Government Approves Hijabs For Schools

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After years of legal framework, the Osun State Government has finallyapproved the use of hijab in public schools. According to the Coordinating Director, Ministry of Education, MrsChristianah Olaniyan, only female students are allowed to use thethe religious dress that it should not be below the navel. Mrs Olaniyan said the hijab should not be made […]Continue Reading

Religion

Hijrah: Gov. Makinde Felicitates with Muslims

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has felicitated with Muslim faithful in the state on  New Year Hijrah 1442 AH, which begins on Friday, 21 August, 2020.The governor wished Muslims in the state, Nigeria and across the world a new year filled with blessings and benevolence of the Almighty Allah. Governor Makinde, in a statement […]Continue Reading

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Sallah: Akeredolu Sues for Peace and Love among All

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu wants Muslim faithful in Ondo State to see the essence of Eid-el-Kabir festival beyond merrymaking. In a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr Ojo Oyewamide, Mr Akeredolu enjoins the faithful to imbibe the religious festival’s lessons in their daily activities. Governor Akeredolu describes Continue Reading

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Eidul-Fitri Celebration amidst Coronavirus Pandemic

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For almost a month now, Muslims all over the world have embarked on Ramadan fasting. The end of the spiritual exercise is marked with Eidul-Fitri celebration which is preceded with 2 Rakaat prayer which is observed in the morning with a large congregation at open grounds.  In this report, Ridwan Fasasi examines observance of Eidul-Fitri […]Continue Reading

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Alhaji Ajani Bello Charges Muslims on Ethical Practices

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Muslim faithful have been told to adhere strictly to ethical practices at all times. Prominent Islamic preacher, Alhaji Muhideen Ajani Bello stated this in an interview with Radio Nigeria in Ibadan. Alhaji Bello stressed that Muslims must be of Good conduct at all as they witness the end of the Ramadan fast. Alhaji Bello noted […]Continue Reading

Lifestyle

Ikareland Prays for Solution to Coronavirus

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There was an inter-religious prayers at the palace of Owa-Ale of Ikare Akoko, against the coronavirus pandemic as a substitute for the popular annual Aringiya Festival which was supposed to hold today in the ancient city but was cancelled as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. The maiden festival was cancelled for this year due […]Continue Reading

Religion

Ramadan: Makinde Felicitates with Oyo Muslims

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has felicitated with Muslims in the state for witnessing the commencement of the Ramadan fast. A statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, he urges Islamic faithful to pray relentlessly during the fasting period and specifically ask the Almighty Allah to show mercy on the people. Governor […]Continue Reading