The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has demanded the immediate revocation of a private airstrip licence granted to Living Faith Church Worldwide, led by Bishop David Oyedepo, citing concerns over potential threats to national peace and security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a communiqué issued after the 10th meeting of its Expanded … Read more
FG declares Tuesday, 9th, and Wednesday, 10th April 2024, as public holidays for Sallah celebration. Announcement followed successful conclusion of Ramadan fast, as instructed by the Sultan of Sokoto and President General of NSCIA. Social media abuzz with confusion and reactions regarding the holiday dates, with some expressing preferences for different days and recalling past … Read more
Sultan of Sokoto has announced the commencement of Ramadan fasting. The Sultan made the announcement on Wednesday night. The Sultan said Muslims in the country should commence fasting today Thursday, March 23. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Mohammed Abubakar, has announced … Read more
NSCIA has lauded Tinubu’s victory. The organisation described his victory as “resounding and not surprising.” Tinubu had polled 8,794,726 votes under the APC to defeat Atiku Abubakar of the PDP, who had 6,984,520 votes, and Peter Obi of the LP, who had 6,101,533 votes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic … Read more
The Sultan declared Monday as the first day of Shawwal 1443AH, Day of Eid-el-Fitr He urged Muslims to continue to pray for peace progress and development of the country EDITOR’S PICK: ‘Don’t Just Pray For My Aspiration Keep Nigeria In Mind –Tinubu To Lagos Assembly APC Hails Return Of Lagos4Lagos As Positive Development 2023: Group Rallies Support For Tinubu In South West EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General … 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
With the declaration by the Sultan, Nigerian Muslims will observe the 2021 Eid-el-Kabir on Tuesday, July 20, which is equivalent to 10th of Dhul-Hijja 1442AH The Sultan of Sokoto and President General, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Sunday, July 11, as the first day of Dhul-Hijja 1442AH. This … Read more
CAN had on Tuesday declared a 3-day special prayers against killings, banditry, others The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has celebrated with Muslims in the country on the occasion of the successful completion of this year’s Ramadan. In a statement by its National General Secretary, Daramola Joseph, the Christian body also rejoiced with the leadership … Read more
As controversies over the effectiveness of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccines continue, the Nigerian authorities decided to meet with Muslim scholars and imams led by the Sultan to seek their support The Nigerian Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) says it will not force anyone in the country to take the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. The Sultan of … Read more
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) You May Also Like: Reps Quiz DPR, NNPC, CBN Over Missing Crude Oil Worth $20bn According to report from popular news media outlet, The Nation Newspaper, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) have come … Read more