UN Calls for United Action to Combat Rising Islamophobia
UN News
Amid a rising tide of anti-Muslim hate, top UN officials condemned the scourge on Friday as the General Assembly adopted a resolution to push back against it during commemorations… Read more »
Ramadan - Kedco Pledges Improved Power Supply, Introduces Discount Promo
Daily Trust
Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has pledged improved electricity supply in Kano, Jigawa and Katsina state during the month of Ramadan following introduction of a… Read more »
Police Arrest Cult Leader, Rescue 251 'Child Labourers'
New Zimbabwe
A self-styled prophet and leader of the Johanne Masowe Gore Jena Penyeranyika sect has been arrested for detaining and abusing minors while conducting unlawful burials at his… Read more »
Parliament Revokes Immunity of Christian Tadele Seven Months After His Arrest
Addis Standard
In its 17th ordinary session held this morning, the House of Peoples Representatives revoked the immunity of Christian Tadele, who has held a seat in Parliament since 2021. Read more »
Ramadan Cup - Company Hosts Maiden Football Tourney in Kano
Daily Trust
As the holy month of Ramadan sets in, Nigeria's popular custard brand, Checkers Custard has hosted a maiden football tournament in the ancient city of Kano. Read more »
Debt Relief, Climate and Recovery Aid Needed, Say Africa Catholic Bishops
Jubilee
African Catholic Bishops called for an overhaul of the financial system to address health, climate, food and other challenges the region faces. Ahead of a gathering of African… Read more »
Qatar Charity Launches 'Endless Giving' Campaign in Somalia
Shabelle
Qatar Charity has launched projects for the Holy Ramadan season in Somalia for the year 1445 AH (2024) within the framework of starting to implement its Ramadan campaign "Endless… Read more »
Jawara Donates Ramadan Food Items Worth D7 Million to Muslims
The Point
Business Tycoon and Philanthropist Abubacarr Jawara has donated food items such as; rice, sugar, tomato and other commodities to Muslims across the country in observance of the… Read more »
Sudanese Astronomer - 'Rare Lunar Alignments in Ramadan 1445'
Dabanga
Sudanese astronomical researcher, Dr Anwar Osman, has noted that Ramadan this year will be unique from previous years, as it will witness a partial lunar eclipse in its middle and… Read more »
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso to Launch Anti-Jihadist Force
RFI
Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali have agreed to set up a joint force to tackle security threats across their territories. Read more »
Africa's High Tolerance for Other Faiths
DW
Muslims and Christians in much of sub-Saharan Africa have a long history of religious tolerance. Sierra Leone in particular stands out as a positive example. Read more »
Ramadan - Jigawa Govt Reduces Working Hours for Civil Servants [press release]
Premium Times
During the period, civil servants in the state would report to office at 9am and close by 3pm between Monday and Thursday instead of the usual 5pm. Read more »
Ramadan - Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Pray for Peace, Stability [press release]
Premium Times
President Tinubu advised the Muslim faithful to demonstrate kindness to one another and their neighbours while also supporting the less privileged in society. Read more »
Yari's Annual Ramadan Feeding Prog Benefits 250,000 Households
Daily Trust
In line with a longstanding tradition of generosity, the senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial Zone, Abdul'aziz Abubakar Yari, has announced plans to distribute foodstuffs… Read more »
Ramadan - Tinubu Urges Rich Nigerians to Help Indigents
Premium Times
"All over the world, leadership belongs to more than one person. There is need to always help the vulnerable in the society." Read more »