2024

By Ajape Sefiu A. Devoted pilgrims engaged in acts of worship yesterday, Friday, June 7, 2024, as they began the holy journey of Hajj on the first day of Dhul Hijjah 1445 AH. Dhul Hijjah 1445 A.H., the 12th Islamic month during which…

By Ajape Sefiu A. Today, Friday, June 7, 2024 is the first day of Dhul Hijjah 1445 A.H, the 12th Islamic month when the Hajj pilgrimage is always performed. Recall that the Saudi authorities announced the sighting of Dhul Hijjah…

On Thursday, Saudi Arabia announced the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent, signaling the beginning of the 12th Islamic month. Consequently, tomorrow, June 7, will mark the beginning of the holy month. Also, the Hajj pilgrimage for…

By Ajape Sefiu A. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has concluded its work in making Al-Khaif Mosque in Mina ready to host pilgrims, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday. According to SPA, work at the mosque…

The Lagos State Amir-ul-Hajj for the 2024 Hajj exercise, Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode, has called on the state's pilgrims to offer prayers for Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, for fulfilling…

Four intending pilgrims with cocaine consignments in Lagos have been arrested by National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) agents. The travelers were planning to travel to Saudi Arabia. The NDLEA's spokesman, Mr. Femi Babafemi,…

By Ajape Sefiu A. The first batch of 3sixtyislam pilgrims from Lagos State led by Alhaji Leke Yusuf, CEO 3sixtyislam, have arrived safely in Medina, Saudi Arabia, to perform this year’s holy pilgrimage. After departing Muritala Muhammed…

The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Health has given 300 units of malaria test kits to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, in Makkah with a view to boosting healthcare services for Nigerian pilgrims currently on holy pilgrimage.…

By Ajape Sefiu A. Court requested anyone who sights the crescent, with their naked eye or through binoculars, notify the court nearest to them and register their testimony Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on Muslims in the…

By Ajape Sefiu A. Offenders arrested for breaching Hajj rules and regulations Suspects to spend 15 days in detention, pay fine for each violator transported The Saudi Arabian Interior Ministry has announced that Hajj Security…