Islamic Lifestyle

Every Monday presents a new beginning. It is an opportunity to reset our priorities, leave behind the mistakes of the previous week, and start afresh with purpose. As Muslims, however, our week should not begin with a to-do list alone. It should begin with a sincere intention (niyyah). In Islam, intention is more than just deciding to do…

One of the questions that arose after the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ migrated to Madinah was how Muslims should be called to the five daily prayers. The Muslims gathered regularly for prayer, but there was no established way of informing everyone that the time for salah had arrived. Some Companions suggested using a bell, similar to the…

Among the many stories that demonstrate the justice and humility of Caliph Umar ibn Al-Khattab (رضي الله عنه), one stands out because it shows that no one in Islam is above the truth not even the leader of the Muslim Ummah. During his caliphate, Umar noticed that some men were demanding very high dowries (mahr) for marriage.…

There are moments in Islamic history that leave us speechless not because of miracles, but because of the depth of faith displayed by ordinary people. One such story is that of Abbad ibn Bishr (رضي الله عنه), a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ whose devotion to Allah was extraordinary. One night, during one of the military expeditions, the…

One of the most remarkable stories mentioned in the Qur'an is not only about righteous young men who stood firm upon their faith it is also about a dog whose loyalty earned it a place in Allah's Book until the Day of Judgment. The story of the People of the Cave (Ashab al-Kahf) is well known. A group of young believers lived under the rule of…

Social media has transformed the way we communicate, learn, and interact with the world. With just a few taps, we can access beneficial Islamic lectures, connect with family and friends, and spread goodness across the globe. Yet, the same platforms that offer opportunities for reward can also become sources of distraction, temptation,…

A home is more than walls, furniture, and decorations. In Islam, a home should be a place where faith grows, hearts find peace, and every member of the family is reminded of Allah. While many people invest heavily in making their homes beautiful on the outside, Islam encourages us to make them beautiful on the inside through worship,…

The appointment of Professor Peter Olamakinde Olapegba as the 14th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan (UI), effective November 1, 2026, is deserving of congratulations. I wish him a successful tenure as he assumes the responsibility of leading Nigeria's premier university. The reported competitive process through which he…