Religion Watch

By Chuks Peter, DELTA Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended his congratulations to Muslims in Delta State and across Nigeria as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor urged Muslims to emulate the selflessness of …

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq marked the Sallah celebration by praying for peace, unity, and progress for both the state and Nigeria. He urged citizens to work together for a harmonious nation. In a brief interview after the Eid prayers, Governor AbdulRazaq shared a recent interaction with the Amirul Hajj …

By Taiwo Niyi, KWARA | Renowned Ilorin-based Islamic scholar, Prof. Lanre Badmus, has called on President Bola Tinubu to intensify efforts to tackle the severe hunger and poverty affecting ordinary Nigerians. Prof. Badmus, a lecturer at the University of Ilorin, expressed his concerns while speaking with journalists about the state …

By Alimi Michael, KWARA | A group of frustrated Hajj pilgrims blocked the Ilorin to Ogbomosho Expressway on Friday, protesting a three-day flight delay caused by a faulty airplane at Ilorin International Airport. Scheduled to depart for Saudi Arabia, the pilgrims expressed their frustration and disappointment over the prolonged delay. …