Raji urges Muslims to emulate Prophet Muhammad’s virtues Calls for peace, unity, and prosperity in Nigeria Extends greetings to Muslims in Epe and nationwide As Muslims around the world commemorate the blessed birth of the Noble Prophet Muhammad (SAW), the lawmaker representing Epe Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Rep. Wale Raji, has extended … Read more
Oyo Sharia court inauguration, set for January 11, 2025, postponed indefinitely. Announcement made by Imam Daud Igi Ogun, emphasizing Islam’s message of peace. Postponement follows public criticism of the event in the predominantly Yoruba region. An Islamic group, the Oyo State chapter of the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria, has announced the indefinite postponement … Read more
A banner displayed at the gate of the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos State has ignited intense reactions across social media, with many Nigerians criticizing its message as controversial and provocative. The banner, which went viral on Wednesday, reads: “Jesus Christ is not God. He is a Prophet and Messenger of God!” The inscription has … Read more
Prof. Iliyasu Usman, the first Igbo Muslim appointed as Chief Imam of Abuja National Mosque, has said he embraces positive Igbo cultural values while rejecting aspects that conflict with his Islamic faith. He made this statement during his unveiling alongside four other Imams by NSCIA Secretary-General, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede. Prof. Iliyasu Usman, from Enugu State, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Movie marketer, Kazim Adeoti has taken to Instagram to extend appreciation to his wife Mercy Aigbe for joining him in performing the 2023 Hajj rites. Recall, the actress in April 2023 confirmed she converted from Christianity to Islam after marrying Adeoti.Controversy As Mercy Aigbe’s Husband Takes To Social Media To … Read more
The crescent moon marking the start of the month of Zil Hajj has been sighted in Saudi Arabia. The annual Hajj pilgrimage will fall on Tuesday, June 27th, and Eid Al Adha will be observed on Wednesday, June 28th. Zil Hajj is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic calendar. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
The starting date of the dawn-dusk fasting month of Ramadan is determined by both lunar calculations and physical sightings of a new moon Observant Muslims refrain from eating and drinking from dawn to dusk and traditionally gather with family and friends to break their fast in the evening EKO HOT BLOG reports that Saudi Arabia … Read more
Pastor Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy Against Islam in Pakistan EKO HOT BLOG reports that a district court in Rawalpindi, Pakistan has sentenced a Protestant pastor, Zafar Bhatti, 58, to death for blasphemy. Bhatti, who has been in prison since 2012, was accused of sending blasphemous SMS text messages., according to a report by Anglican … Read more
Civil marriage in the Middle East is uncommAlgeria,usually conducted under a religious authority… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the UAE issued its first civil marriage license for a non-Muslim couple, state media reported Monday, as the Gulf country seeks to keep its edge over regional competitors. The United Arab Emirates — where foreigners make up … Read more
Indonesian Islamic body forbids crypto as currency The use of crypto as a currency is prohibited in Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim majority country EKO HO BLOG reports that the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), a leading group of clerics, has concluded that while using cryptocurrencies as a form of payment is prohibited in Islam, trading … Read more
The Sultan of Sokoto has announced Tuesday as Muslim New Year. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Tuesday as the first day of the Muslim New Year 1443 AH. This was made known via a statement signed by the NSCIA Director of Administration, Arc. Zubairu … Read more
Nollywood actress, Adunni Ade says since she converted to Islam it has since brought so many blessings and fulfillment to her. The actress in a lengthy post via her Instagram page on Sunday, April 26, 2020, said she was born a Muslim but later left to become a Christian. Adunni Ade said she was raised … Read more