RAMADAN is here again. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and the most propagated month in the Islamic sphere, when Muslims fast for 29 or 30 days. Last Wednesday, the moon was sighted as declared by the President-General, the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, and the Sultan of Sokoto, signaling the commencement […]

We should not allow this special month to go without a good account of alleviating the pains of others and making someone feel real good as a human being.

The opportunity we have to observe it this year is an amazing grace of God. Many did not have that grace.  So, only Allah knows who will have the similar grace next year to see another Ramadan. Why not give it your best now.

According to UMA President, Prof Khalid Adekoya, the lecture planned earlier for last Sunday as the 28th  Annual Pre-Ramadan Lecture, was shifted due to the rescheduled Governorship and Assembly election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Taraweeh prayers are not about merely taking credit to stand behind the Imam while he finishes the Quran in melodious recitations

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has appealed to residents, especially the Muslim community to offer prayers for Nigeria, and Lagos in particular, for peaceful and harmonious coexistence. Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by his  Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat,  made the appeal at the Special Ramadan Lecture and Tafsir programme held at the Lagos House Mosque […]

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has called on Muslims in Nigeria and the world to use the holy month of Ramadan to seek spiritual guidance and sacrifice to the cause of peace. Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Candidate in the just concluded elections, gave the advice in a statement personally issued by him […]

“As we engage in supplications to Allah, let us also remember our country and leaders in our prayers. The lessons of the holy month of Ramadan point to the success of unity, not the failure of division.”

“As Muslims, we understand that the basic tenets of this holy month are about sacrifice and devotion in worship to God. For us as Nigerians, this year’s Ramadan has come at a time when our dear country is at a crossroads,”

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto As part of preparations for the commencement of the annual Ramadan Fast, the Sultan of Sokoto and President General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji ( Dr ) Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III has urged muslims and Nigerians not to allow political differences and outcomes of the general elections affect the […]

The last ten days is here and Ramadan is also drawing to a close.  Itikaf is very relevant at this time and it is good to know the rules of seclusion so as to avoid what can invalidate. We have lots of our brothers and sisters observing Itikaff in various masjid while some are still […]

If you haven’t noticed, our lives are multi-dimensional and complex. At any given point in time, we are constantly tackling challenges related to different areas of our lives, which include professional, spiritual, physical, relationships, mental, financial, and others. Stresses caused in any of these areas can be overwhelming — just like pain and sickness in […]

By Haroon-Ishola Balogun Apart from the inner feeling of satisfaction of carrying out the ordinance of Allah that you get when breaking your fast, you also feel happy that you are legible for the blissful abode prepared by Allah as reward for those who carries out His orders. The joyful feeling of long night prayer, […]

It is time to develop a sense of responsibility towards getting closer to Allah, let us affect lives positively in our family, community and society. Let us resolve to stay away from sleeping all through the nights, let us refrain from idle and vain talk. The spiritual and physical exercise of fasting are premised on […]

Water is one of the best fluids for proper hydration because it does not contain sugars or caffeine, which can actually increase dehydration. The consumption of water also ensures that the digestive tract is sufficiently lubricated and helps prevent constipation and other digestive problems. We know it is difficult to consume enough water during sahoor […]