The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has unveiled key reforms aimed at ensuring transparency, professionalism, and strict regulatory oversight as preparations intensify for the 2026 Hajj exercise. The announcement was made during a strategic stakeholders’ meeting at the Commission’s headquarters, Hajj House in Abuja, which brought together Commissioners, Board Members, Executive Secretaries and Chairmen…
Christians around the world are set to begin the solemn season of Lent with the observance of Ash Wednesday. The day marks the start of a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, repentance, and reflection leading up to Easter. Ash Wednesday services are characterized by the imposition of ashes on the foreheads of worshippers, symbolizing humility,…
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Wednesday, February 18, 2026, as the first day of Ramadan 1447AH, following the sighting of the crescent moon across Nigeria. In a statement issued in Sokoto and signed by the Chairman of the Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sambo Junaid, the Sultan confirmed that…
President Bola Tinubu has nominated Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). The nomination was announced on Wednesday in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, President Tinubu has written to Senate…
Ridwanullah Isaq has emerged as the overall winner of the 3rd Abdulganiyu Olusegun Awokoya Camping Programme and Quranic Competition. The 16-year-old from Oyo State took first place following rigorous rounds of memorization and recitation, competing against 27 other participants. Oreagba Zainab Opeyemi and Malik Fawzan Mubarak emerged in second and third place, respectively. The annual …
Sheikh Abdullahi Saleh Pakistan, the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), has officially resigned from his position. No further details regarding the reasons for his resignation or plans for his successor have been disclosed at this time.
Pope Leo XIV has condemned the recent spate of violent attacks across Nigeria, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives and urging authorities to take firm action to safeguard citizens. In a message posted on his X handle, the pontiff said he received news of the attacks with “sorrow and concern,” offering prayers for…
The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State, and Chaplain of the Aso Rock Villa Chapel, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and optimistic about the country’s economic future, declaring that Nigeria is on the brink of a new dawn. In his Christmas message, Bishop Adegbite said recent developments…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed his pledge to safeguard religious freedom across Nigeria, assuring citizens that his administration remains firmly committed to protecting people of all faiths from violence, discrimination, and persecution. In his 2025 Christmas goodwill message delivered on Wednesday, the President emphasized that national security, unity, and stability remain among the foremost…
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday appealed for a global truce on Christmas Day, expressing deep sorrow over continued hostilities in conflict zones and lamenting reports that Russia had rejected calls for a temporary ceasefire. Speaking to reporters at his residence in Castel Gandolfo, near Rome, the Pope urged people of goodwill across the world to…
