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BISMILLAH IR-RAHMAN IR-RAHIM  Unauthorized Announcements of Ramadan in Nigeria. Introduction Unity in the Muslim Ummah, particularly in the observance of Ramadan, is a fundamental principle in Islam. Ramadan, as a universally observed act of worship, requires uniformity in its commencement and conclusion. Any declaration made outside the recognized and established authority risks division and confusion, which the Shari‘ah strictly seeks to prevent. 1. Evidence from the Qur’an and Sunnah Qur’an: "فَصُومُوا لِرُؤْيَتِهِ وَأَفْطِرُوا لِرُؤْيَتِهِ فَإِنْ غُمَّ عَلَيْكُمْ فَأكْمِلُوا الْعِدَّةَ شَهْرَ شَعْبَانَ ثَلَاثِينَ"  “Fast when you see the new moon, and break your fast when you see it. And if it is hidden, complete Sha‘ban as thirty days.” Hadith: Ibn ‘Umar رضي الله عنه reported that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: "صوموا لرؤيته وأفطروا لرؤيته، فإن غُم عليكم فأكملوا عدة شعبان ثلاثين" [Bukhari 1900, Muslim 1082] “Start fasting when you see th...

I received with deep sadness, yet with complete submission to the will of Almighty Allah, the news of the passing of the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Shaykh (Dr.) Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih, OON, who returned to his Lord in the early hours of yesterday Monday at the age of 75. The demise of the 12th Chief Imam of Ilorin is indeed a monumental loss, not only to the Ilorin Emirate and the people of Kwara State, but to the entire Muslim Ummah and humanity at large. Shaykh Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih was a towering religious leader, a distinguished scholar, and a moral compass whose successful life was defined by knowledge, integrity, devotion to Allah, as well as selfless service to society. Throughout his decades of service on the Mimbar, the late Chief Imam exemplified wisdom, tolerance, humility, and courage. He was widely respected for his intellectual depth, honesty, and relentless commitment to the unity of the Ummah. His consistent advocacy for peace, moderation, discipline, an...

If you have a technology you are so proud about, don't use it against Iran  Two myths of invincibility of the Western hegemony have been demystified by Iran in less than six months  First, it was the Iron Dom of Israel and another with a funny name of David Sling supported with the American THAAD defence systems  They so ran propaganda about them thumping to their invincibility until Iran entered the equation and shattered them all  This has left Israel very very afraid of getting into another direct confrontation with Iran to the point of now crying Iran is planning a preemptive strike against them and asking the US to intervene  The Second is the Starlink internet network of Elon Musk Musk has been intimidating governments of the world with hus Network, providing Network for groups he sides with to sabotage governments and nations have been helpless against the sophistication of his technology as no technology could jam the network  But Iran h...

The camp has come to an end. The tents are folded, the noise has faded, and friends have returned to their various homes. Yet one important question lingers in our hearts: will our connection with Allah end the same way the camp has ended? Islam teaches us that worship (ʿibādah) is not seasonal, nor is it confined to specific places or moments. Fathi Yakan, in his book What Does It Mean to Be a Muslim?, explains that ʿibādah in Islam is total submission to Allah, rooted in constant consciousness of His greatness. It is a living bond between the Creator and His servants, a bond that also shapes how we relate with one another. Allah makes this purpose clear in the Qur’an: “And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me.” (Qur’an 51:56). This verse settles the matter completely, ʿibādah is our life’s mission, not a temporary camp experience. As youths, we must understand that every moment of our lives carries weight. Shaykh Dhikrullahi Shafi‘i reminded us beaut...

The news of the passing of Professor AbdGafar Siyan Oyefeso, Council Chairman and Pro-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has left an unmistakable void in Nigeria’s academic and moral landscape. Some departures shake a community; his departure shakes a nation. Prof. Oyefeso was not just a scholar. He was a standard-bearer of integrity, a man who believed that knowledge without courage is mere decoration. In every institution he touched, he became the rare voice that insisted that things must be done the right way not the convenient way, not the political way, but the principled way.  A Life Marked by Uncompromising Courage Many people claim to be honest until honesty becomes costly. But Prof. Oyefeso represented that rare breed of public servant who would rather offend the powerful than betray the truth. His leadership at Obafemi Awolowo University was defined by: Courage without fear Fairness without favour Decisions anchored on justice A dee...

In my opinion, marital life—whether before, during, or after marriage—is a reflection of the kind of heart you have and how deeply you connect with Allah. Beyond that, it also depends on whether you pass through life’s proper stages, or “right of passage,” which is compulsory for all of mankind, whether we like it or not. By “right of passage,” I mean the stages in life that everyone must go through. It is important to seek guidance from those who have knowledge and experience in these stages if one wishes to live a meaningful life. I have learned much from my colleagues, mentors, parents, lecturers, and scholars. I have heard and seen many lessons about marital life. Although I am yet to marry, I have gained valuable insights from these sources. A smooth marital life requires pure intentions, understanding, and comprehensive knowledge. Happiness in marriage comes when both spouses are aligned in purpose and understanding. Conversely, marital life becomes difficult when the...