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Muslims

June 16, 2026

Sokoto govt declares public holiday as Sultan declares Tuesday first Muharram 1448AH

The declaration was announced in a statement on Monday by Sambo Junaidu, chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs of the Sultanate Council.

Sultan of Sokoto, Dr Sa’ad Abubakar II
May 28, 2026

Defence minister calls for unity among Nigerians

Defence minister Christopher Musa has urged Nigerians to unite amid security challenges in the country.

Christopher Musa
May 27, 2026

Muslims in Kano decry selling of herbal products at Eid praying grounds 

According to them, the practice disrupts sermons and distracts worshippers.

Kano Muslims at Eid
May 27, 2026

Prayers needed for Nigeria to become successful nation: Sultan of Sokoto

Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto, has called on Muslims to intensify prayers for the country’s leaders ahead of the 2027 elections.

Sultan of Sokoto, Dr Sa’ad Abubakar II
May 27, 2026

Oyo speaker prays for release of Oriire schoolchildren, teachers abducted by bandits

The speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin, has appealed to Muslims to observe Eid-el-Kabir by praying for the release of kidnapped Oriire students.

Adebo Ogundoyin
May 27, 2026

2027 Presidential Election: Obasa sells Tinubu to Muslims during sallah felicitations

The speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Lagos and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.

The Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, President Bola Tinubu
May 26, 2026

Eid-el-Kabir: First Lady calls for peace, support for vulnerable Nigerians

She said the celebration should serve as a reminder of the importance of selflessness.

Wife of Bola Tinubu; Oluremi Tinubu
May 26, 2026

Eid-el-Kabir: Osun monarch urges politicians to keep campaign promises

Mr Lawal urged residents of the state to to re-elect the governor.

Timi of Ede Munirudeen Lawal
May 7, 2026

Muslims are not planning to annihilate Christians in Nigeria, says Sultan of Sokoto

“We are not in any position whatsoever to remove Christians from Nigeria. No, it is not possible,’’ said the Sultan of Sokoto.

BANDITS AND SULTAN OF SOKOTO
April 15, 2026

Interfaith centre seeks swift action against extremist groups, other criminals

The centre made the call after its strategic weekly review meeting on the Early Warning and Early Response System.

Boko Haram insurgents