Islamic Lifestyle

Sitta Shawwal refers to the recommended practice of fasting for six days in the Islamic month of Shawwal, following the completion of Ramadan. This voluntary act is believed to bring immense spiritual rewards, equating to a full year of fasting. Understanding Sitta Shawwal • Meaning: The term Sitta Shawwal translates to “Six of Shawwal”…

The Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, said the crescent of Shawwal has been sighted. It also added that Eid al-Fitr will now be held on Sunday, March 30, 2025 to mark the beginning of the new Islamic month. This disclosure was made on Haramin’s official Facebook page, an official platform for the Muslim community across the world. “The…

The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called on Muslims to embrace humility and unwavering devotion as the holy month of Ramadan nears its conclusion. She made this appeal in a goodwill message delivered during the Lailatul-Qadr Eve Prayer, held on Thursday at the State House Mosque Complex in…

Ramadan 2025, which began on Saturday, March 1, is now drawing to a close. By this weekend, Muslims around the world will bid farewell to the sacred month, eagerly awaiting the joyous celebration of Eid al-Fitr. The official moon sighting for Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, will commence tomorrow night. If the crescent…

Islamic rituals and practices are essential components of the Muslim faith, serving as a means to deepen one's spiritual connection with Allah and express devotion. Rooted in the teachings of the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), these rituals encompass a wide range of acts of worship that Muslims engage in on a…

US President Donald Trump hosts an iftar dinner at the White House where he thanks Muslims in America for voting for him in record numbers in the previous election. “I want to extend a very special thanks to the hundreds of thousands of Muslim Americans who supported us in record numbers in the 2024 presidential election. It was…

The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Muslims across the country to look out for the new moon of Shawwal 1446AH on Saturday, March 29, 2025. In a statement signed and made available to newsmen on Friday by the Waziri of Sokoto, Prof.…

Prayer (Salaah) is the cornerstone of a Muslim’s faith, a direct act of worship in which we praise, thank, and submit to Allah, acknowledging His sovereignty over our lives. It is not just a ritual but a fundamental part of a believer’s daily life, strengthening our connection with our Creator. The five daily prayers are among the greatest…