Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after completing the lesser pilgrimage (Umrah) at the Holy Mosque of Makkah (Masjid al-Haram) in Saudi Arabia. The confirmation came through a statement released on Friday by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications, Stanley Nkwocha. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families … Read more
Pope Francis on Sunday canonised 14 new saints, including the “Martyrs of Damascus,” who were killed in Syria during the Ottoman Empire and are considered symbols of Christian persecution. The canonisation ceremony, held in Saint Peter’s Square, was attended by thousands of Catholic faithful from across the globe. “We enrol them among the saints, decreeing … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has paid tribute to Ramotallahi Bankole at her Fidau Prayer in Epe. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has paid a heartfelt tribute to Alhaja Ramotallahi Bankole. The governor, who was represented by Mr. Tayo Ayinde, his Chief of Staff, spoke at Alhaja Bankole’s Fidau Prayer on Thursday in … Read more
Hajj Commission warns NLC against disrupting transportation of Pilgrims. 65,500 Nigerians expected for 2024 pilgrimage; 38,805 already transported. Commission urges NLC to respect Hajj’s sanctity, avoid interfering with conveyance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has warned the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) against disrupting the ongoing transportation of Nigerian pilgrims … Read more
Lagos State’s Commitment to Facilitating Hajj Pilgrimage Recognized for Discipline, Conduct, and Accommodation Quality Strives to Enhance Pilgrims’ Welfare and Experience Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, established by the Lagos State House of Assembly Law in 1967 and later amended in 2013, plays a pivotal role in organizing … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Saudi Arabia for an eight-day official visit. He will be observing the five daily prayers and the Taraweeh prayer at the Masjid Nabawi. This will be his final trip to the Kingdom as President. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Buhari … Read more
Hajj Savings Scheme On Course In Ogun Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ogun State Government says it will continue to encourage intending pilgrims to Mecca and Medina through the Hajj Savings Scheme that provides a long -term savings platform. The Executive Secretary of the State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Board, Alhaji Salau Dauda made this … Read more
– Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR) seeks refunds for pilgrims. – IHR urges the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to setup a committee. Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), an NGO, has urged the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to oversee the refund of 2020 Hajj deposit of intending pilgrims, following cancellation of the exercise by … Read more