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Faith

July 3, 2023

Pope Francis ‘angry, disgusted’ by burning of Quran in Sweden

Two men participated in a demonstration in the Swedish capital where the Quran was burnt on the first day of Muslims’ Eid al-Adha holiday.

Pope Francis
July 3, 2023

Bayelsa Muslim pilgrim board staff inadequate: Dokubo-Asari

“In Bayelsa, the problem I have is that we are understaffed; from the Muslim wing, we just have two people who do this operation.”

National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON)
July 3, 2023

Saudi Hajj: Governor doles out N278 million to Katsina Muslim pilgrims

Governor Dikko Radda has gifted N278 million to Katsina pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.

Nigerian pilgrims used to illustrate the story
July 3, 2023
Church of Nigeria, Jacob Babajide-Bada and Lord Bishop of Akoko Diocese
July 3, 2023

2023 Hajj: Over dozen of Nigerian pilgrims die in Saudi Arabia

“The mortality rate is similar to that of 2019,” stated NAHCON.

Hajj pilgrims
July 3, 2023

Islamophobia: Nigeria, 56 other OIC countries condemn Quran burning in Sweden

The OIC said a clear message must be sent across the international community regarding the international law, which prohibits “religious hatred.”

Sultan of Sokoto
July 2, 2023

German court declares Islamic centre, Blue Mosque, extremist organisation

The court rendered a written decision regarding the grievance brought up by the Islamic centre following two oral hearings held in April and May of this year.

Blue Mosque
July 1, 2023

Saudi authority unveils roadmap for 2024 Hajj

Mr Al Rabiah said preparations for the 2024 Hajj will begin immediately with letters to each performing country.

Hajj pilgrims
June 30, 2023

Killing for blasphemy un-Islamic; rife among ignorant northerners: Top cleric

The cleric pointed out that though blasphemy is not encouraged in Islam, there are laid down procedures to deal with a blasphemer other than killing.

Ustaz Abdul-Lateef Adekilekun
June 30, 2023

Archbishop Anikwenwa laid to rest in Anambra amid tributes

“Archbishop Anikwenwa loved God and His people. He lived a life of sacrifice and servanthood.”

Archbishop Maxwell Anikwenwa