President Bola Tinubu, on Monday in Abuja, urged Muslim and Christian leaders in the country to show greater compassion for the poor and underprivileged by pursuing policies that cater to the needs of the majority in the grassroots. The President, who hosted governors for the breaking of an interfaith fast at the Presidential Villa, said […]
The organization identified as Alsadaqah Jariyah Humanitarian Organization under the leadership of Hajiya Fatima Abdulkadir has distributed food, drinks and other relief materials to 2000 internally displaced persons in Zamfara state. The distribution took place at Jumua’t Mosque opposite Karma Guest Inn in Gusau as well as Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara state […]
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has announced a temporary reduction in work hours for all state employees. This was initiated in a bid to support the workforce during the ongoing Ramadan and Lent fasting seasons. The new schedule, which takes effect from Thursday, February 19, 2026, allows public servants to close from work earlier than […]
Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah in Kaduna State, across Nigeria and around the world on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan, urging citizens to embrace reflection, compassion and peaceful coexistence. In a statement signed by the Honourable Commissioner for Information, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, […]
The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to embrace harmonious coexistence as Christians and Muslims observe Lent and Ramadan simultaneously. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja and signed by its Director-General, Joseph Ochogwu, the institute described the rare overlap of the two holy seasons as a unique opportunity […]
Muslims around the world are preparing to welcome Ramadan, as Saudi Arabia officially confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon. Fasting will begin on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Taraweeh prayers are scheduled to start Tuesday night after Isha, marking the first night of the holy month. A post by @Muslim on X reminded followers to […]
As the holy fast of Ramadan begins, President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON has enjoined the Muslim faithful to use the period to pray for peace in the country and the world. He also advised them to use the exercise to practice compassion and engender understanding among people. Akpabio gave the counsel in […]
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has extended his felicitations to both the Muslim and Christian communities in the state as they embark on their respective fasting periods of Ramadan and Lent. In a statement released on Monday, February 16, 2026, the Governor noted the rare convergence of these two significant spiritual observances, describing it […]
Ahead of the 2026 holy month of Ramadan, the General Overseer of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry, Pastor Dr. Yohanna Buru, has expressed readiness to mobilize over 1,000 Christian and Muslim volunteers to visit markets across Northern Nigeria. The core essence of the visit amongst others, is to appeal to traders not to […]
As the holy month of Ramadan commences, the President has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Muslims in Nigeria and across the world, urging them to embrace the spiritual and communal values of the sacred period. In a statement marking the beginning of the fasting season, he expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for the grace to […]
As the holy month of Ramadan is here, Muslims worldwide prepare for a period of spiritual reflection, fasting, and prayer. Alongside these religious practices, attention turns to dietary habits that sustain energy levels and promote well-being during the fasting hours. Among the various remedies and foods recommended, black seed emerges as a standout due to […]
As Ramadan, the holy month of fasting and reflection, begins, Aspira Nigeria Limited, the proud manufacturer of the renowned detergent brand Viva Plus, announces the expansion of its Ramadan gifting initiative to include Southern states in Nigeria, alongside its ongoing efforts in the Northern region. In line with the ethos of Ramadan, Aspira Nigeria Limited […]
By Tom Garba As Muslims begin the holy month of Ramadan, Dr Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State has extended his best wishes and greetings to Nigerian Muslims, encouraging them to use the annual fast as an opportunity for self-reflection, prayer, and to deepen community spirit. Dr Fayemi also noted the significance of this […]
BY STEPHEN GBADAMOSI The Muslim community in Nigeria begins the 30-day long Ramadan today upon announcement of sighting of the new crescent. This was confirmed by the Sultanate on its X handle late Sunday evening. According to the statement, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar would make it official. “The Sultanate has confirmed a […]
BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE The President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), and Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has confirmed the sighting of the new moon which marked the commencement of Ramadan fasting 1444AH. Sultan, in a message of the official Twitter handle of NSCIA, said Ramadan 1444 AH fasting commences […]
*Cautions youth against violence Kamarudeen Ogundele, Abuja As Muslims in Nigeria join others globally in preparations towards Eid Al-Fitr, a day that is celebrated to mark the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting, President Muhammadu Buhari has directed that all celebrations be limited due to the global Coronavirus crisis. A statement by the Senior […]
It’s that time of year again when I find so much beauty and sense. Ramadan 2021, the 9th month of the Islamic calendar, began today, Tuesday, April 13th, 2021. (Hijri 1440). Ramadan is much more to me than just fasting from dusk to dawn or feasting during Iftar. It’s a time when I try to […]
By Tom Okpe As the Holy month of Ramadan which marks the commencement of 30 days of fasting begins Tuesday, the All Progressives Congress (APC) enjoins Muslim faithful to use the opportunity presented by the Holy month to come closer to the Almighty Allah, praying for the country’s progress and security. Ramadan, the 9th month […]
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has directed the Muslim Ummah to look out for the crescent (moon) of Ramadan 1442AH from Monday. Abubakar gave the directive on Sunday in a statement issued by Prof. Sambo Junaidu, Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council, Sokoto. “This is to inform the Muslim Ummah […]
Ramadan, Muslims claim that Islam is an eternal religion that has been steadily revealed to humanity through a series of prophets, with the final and full revelation of the faith coming through Prophet Muhammad in the 7th century CE. Saudi Arabia’s desert city of Mecca Muhammad was born in the city of Mecca in the […]