Islamic Lifestyle

General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has introduced a range of healthy iftar meals for worshippers in the Grand Mosque's courtyards. Low-calorie options account for 20% of individual meals and 30% of those distributed by charitable organizations and endowments. The initiative also provides specialized…

After a month of reflection, prayer and spiritual renewal, the festivities of Eid are upon us. The night before the Eid-ul-Fitr is always a hectic one; kitchens buzz with the clanging of pots and homes are decorated in preparation for the big day. Children hurriedly prepare their new clothes for the next day and parents rush frantically to…

The most awaited celebration of the year is around the corner. Soon the house will be bustling with energy, children beaming at the thought of receiving Eid gifts and goodies, and parents gaining inspiration from the story of our Prophet Ibrahim’s, peace be upon him, unwavering obedience to Allah. Nonetheless, it can be…

Following the declaration by the Federal Government of Monday 31st march  and Tuesday April 1st  2025, as public holidays to celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Fitri (The feast of fast-breaking), there are some beautiful places in Lagos State, the country’s commercial hub, that Muslim families can enjoy themselves. It is believed that…

Good menus have always been part of festive seasons across the world. Eid al-Fitr is one of such seasons that come with lot of fun and feasting. Eid al-Fitr literally means “Holiday of breaking the fast.” It comes after the month of Ramadan. It is a big feast for everyone that participated in the fasting and any other person of…

As Ramadan enters its last days, Muslims worldwide are preparing to fulfil a final act of worship before the celebration of Eid al-Fitr: the giving of Zakat al-Fitr. This charitable practice is not only a reflection of faith but also a communal effort to ensure that all members can partake in the joyous occasion of Eid.…

Laylat al-Qadr (also known as Lailat al Qadr or Laylatul Qadr) is the holiest night of the year for Muslims. The name Laylat al-Qadr translates to “Night of Power.” This night commemorates the night Allah (Arabic for God) revealed the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad. Photo of the Quran. In the Quran, Allah says that this night is…

Islam, "sadaqah" (also spelled "sadaqa") refers to voluntary charity or almsgiving, distinct from the obligatory zakat, and encompasses any act of kindness or generosity performed for the sake of Allah. Regarding Sadaqah; If the person giving Sadaqah knows that the money he is donating will reach Allah first and then the poor…