Sokoto’s Sultan, Muhammad Saad Abubakar, has issued a clarion call to the Muslim populace across the nation, urging them to embark on the vigilant quest for the elusive crescent marking the advent of RAMADAN 1445 AH. This rallying cry was sounded today, on Sunday the 10th of March 2024, coinciding with the Islamic Calendar’s 29th…
The crisis rocking the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Ebonyi State chapter took another dimension as a new splinter group accused the Chairman, Rev. Dr Scamb Chinedum Nwokolo of siphoning the 50 million belonging to them. The splinter group, in a statement signed by the chairman, Pastor Dr Aloysius Nweke Ogah and…
In response to the current economic struggles in Nigeria, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, conveyed optimism about the nation’s imminent resolution. Stressing that the issues are spiritual rather than political, he highlighted Nigeria’s abundant resources and the intelligence of its people. During his visit to Governor Uba…
In a recent post on social media, Nigerian gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey urged single people to consider opening themselves up to love in the new year, rather than embracing the popular slogan, “No gree for anybody,” which implies resilience in the face of adversity. Bassey urged his followers to trust in God’s guidance when it…
Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), has directed Muslim Ummah to keep an eye for the new Moon of Rajab 1445 AH starting on Friday. Prof. Sambo Janaidu, the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council Sokoto, made the…
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has sent out a New Year message to Christians and Nigerians in general. Going by the level of insecurity in the country, CAN noted that it is only by the grace of God that “we have been preserved, overcoming the trials and tribulations of the past year”. The apex…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed its heartfelt condolences over the recent violent incidents in Plateau State, which occurred on Christmas Eve. The horrifying incidents, which took place in the villages of Ruku, Hurum, Darwat, Mai Yanga Sabo, NTV, and Lisham Kwahasnat community in Wase LGA, led to the loss of numerous lives…
Iran on Saturday executed a man who was sentenced to death after being convicted of working with Israel’s intelligence services, the judiciary said. “The death sentence was carried out this morning against a spy of the Zionist regime in Zahedan prison” in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, the judiciary’s Mizan Online website said. It did…
Israel has begun pumping seawater into Hamas’ tunnels in Gaza. This is part of the military’s plan to destroy the terror group’s vast underground network. Meanwhile, many of the Israeli hostages are still believed to be held in these tunnels, New York Post, NYP, reports. The water from the Mediterranean is one of several measures…
Prophet Israel Oladele Ogundipe, the Shepherd in charge of the Celestial Church of Christ, Genesis Global, says the time has come more than ever before for Nigerians to seek the face of God through prayers and supplications for the country to overcome its present challenges. In a statement by his aide, Oluwaseun Fabiyi, the Prophet…
Renowned Bishop and Overseer of living Faith Mission’s son Pastor Isaac Oyedepo, has resigned. Isaac, who was recently appointed as the Global Youth Pastor of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, resigned to start up his own ministry. He said, “My God-given mandate is to reclaim a generation and to ensure that this generation sees the…
Nyesom Wike has said he is not against the religion of Islam as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. Wike said this when he received members of the Abuja National Mosque Management Committee, led by its chairman, the Etsu of Nupe, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar on a courtesy visit on Wednesday….
The annual publication of the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre, Amman, Jordan, has listed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Sultan of Sokoto and president-general of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III; Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, and 12 other Nigerian Muslims among the ‘500 most influential Muslims’ in the…
In a bid to foster national unity and peaceful coexistence, key religious and civic leaders, including the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, and the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, have stressed the importance of not just talking about peace but taking concerted actions to achieve it. They…
A baby girl born in India with 26 fingers and toes is being called “divine” by her family, who believe she is the reincarnation of a Hindu goddess. The newborn, from Bharatpur in the northern state of Rajasthan, has seven fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot. Medical experts have said that…
President Bola Tinubu has called on the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs to be in the forefront of his administration’s National Re-orientation Agenda. The President sought their input in Abuja when executive members of the Council, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, paid him a solidarity visit. Speaking to State House…
The Christian Association of Nigeria on Thursday called on Nigerians to accept President Bola Tinubu and give him a chance to fix the country. The organization also commended Tinubu for taking proactive steps to avert the proposed strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, over fuel subsidy removal pains. CAN advise the…
The General Superintendent, Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi has called on the Youths to be hopeful for a better Nigeria. He made the call at this year’s National Youth Convention organized by Youth Wing, Christian Association of Nigeria in Abuja. The event with theme: The roles of Christian Youths in actualizing God’s Kingdom…
The national leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reflected sadness on the news of the tragic incidents that recently affected the Salvation… The national leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed sadness at the news of the tragic incidents that recently affected the Salvation Army and the Redeemed Christian…
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCCG), emphasized the importance of theological education in combating heresies and incorrect doctrines in society. During the inauguration of the RCCG Bible College’s main campus in Redemption Camp, Mowe, Ogun, Pastor Adeboye, represented by Pastor Joseph Obayemi, National Overseer Emeritus, RCCG, highlights…
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke left the Osogbo Eid prayer ground angrily after he clashed with ex-senate spokesperson, Ajibola Basiru over sitting arrangement. Newsmen around noticed that Basiru arrived the Eid prayer ground in company of Asiwaju of Osogbo, Chief Tunde Badmus and other prominent sons of Osogbo to observe two rakat…
Rev. Abraham Damina, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Bauchi state, delivered a heartfelt message on the occasion of the 2023 Eid-el-Kabir celebration. He called upon the Muslim Ummah to devote this festive season to prayer, seeking peace and progress for the state and Nigeria. Damina extended congratulations to Governor Bala Mohammed…
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has confirmed the demise of Six Nigerian pilgrims partaking in the 2023 Hajj in Saudi Arabia. Head of the NAHCON 2023 Hajj medical team,Usman Galadima confirmed the update on Saturday at a meeting of the commission in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. He further said the representative from Osun and…
