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300 people from 12 countries to attend 5th Congress of Arbaeen Cultural Activists
Some 300 cultural activists from 12 countries will take part in the 5th Congress of Arbaeen Cultural Activists later this month, an official said.
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Photos: Over Thirty Students Complete Quran Recitation at Zakzaky-Led Fudiyya School
In Gombe city of Nigeria, the Fudiyya Tahfizul Qur’an School under the guidance of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky held its eighth annual Qur’an graduation ceremony with participation from ADMA Model School. More than thirty students completed the full recitation of the Qur’an, and awards were presented to outstanding learners.
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Photos: Shaikh Zakzaky Advises Journalists to Avoid Division in Society
On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, representatives of the Arewa Online Journalists Forum visited Shaikh Zakzaky at his residence in Abuja, Nigeria. The delegation presented to the Sheikh the objectives of the forum and sought his advice to achieve success. In his remarks, the Sheikh advised them to be cautious in disseminating information, ensuring that what they share does not cause division or unrest in society under the name of religion.
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Photos: Closing ceremony of “Intl. Mourning of Arbaeen Narration”
AhlulBayt News Agency: The closing ceremony of “International Mourning of Arbaeen Narration” was held at Imam Khomeini (RA) Hall of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences on Mon. with the participation of some officials and varsity students.
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Photos: Ceremony honoring winners of “At Time of Arbaeen Campaign" held in Qom
AhlulBayt News Agency: The ceremony honoring and recognizing the winners of the “At the Time of Arbaeen campaign" was held on Wednesday morning, November 05, 2025, at the Media and Cyberspace Center of the Seminaries in Qom, with the participation of seminary officials, Arbaeen activists, and members of the media.
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Nigerian Sunni scholars meet Sheikh Zakzaky to promote Islamic unity
A delegation of prominent Nigerian Sunni scholars has met with Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, the leader of the country’s Shiite community, in Abuja to discuss ways of strengthening Islamic unity.
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Sheikh Zakzaky: Unite-live in peace; Christians not to be called pagans; their name in Qur’an is 'People of the Book'
Leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, received a delegation from the Nasarawa community in Kaduna, which included Mr. Zakari, representative of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Chikun Local Government, Alhaji Aliyu Mai Lafiya, the Chiroma of Nasarawa, Mr. Dominic, senior pastor of the Catholic Church in Nasarawa, Sheikh Alaramma Jabir Muhammad, the chief imam of Nasarawa Friday Mosque, along with other companions. Sheikh Zakzaky emphasized the importance of peaceful coexistence, saying: "Do not allow yourselves to be drawn into conflict with one another, no matter what name the conflict is given — whether in the name of religion or tribe. Unite and live in peace. Christians are not to be called pagans; their name in the Qur’an is 'People of the Book.'"
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Warns Against Social Media Misuse, Advised to Act with Sincerity
Leader of The Islamic Movement of Nigeria, Sheikh Zakzaky, delivered the closing speech to participants of a one-day seminar organized by the Media Forum of the movement at his residence in Abuja on November 1, 2025. He recounted how social media and other new media platforms came to the forefront of the media industry. The Leader lamented the misuse of social media to foment disunity among the Muslim Ummah and the country as a whole. He urged adhere to best practices and uphold ethical standards in conveying the message of the Islamic movement. He also advised them to act with sincerity, emphasizing that it is the essence of all religious activities.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Received Islamic Academic Forum Administration Committee in Abuja, Nigeria
Islamic Academic Forum Administration Committee (CWC), visited Sheikh Zakzaky at his home in Abuja, Nigeria where they discussed new plans and applications of the platform.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky received seminary students from Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Niger, Mali
Students of seminaries from Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Niger and Mali met with leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, at his residence in Abuja, on Tuesday, 14th of Oct. 2025.
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Sheikh Zakzaky Urges Unity Against Ethnic Division, Economic Sabotage
On Sunday, October 5, 2025, various communities from Kaduna State visited the residence of Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, Leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, in Abuja to pay their respects.
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'Narrative of Arbaeen Pilgrimage’ Conference Planned in Karbala
A conference entitled “The Narrative of the Arbaeen Pilgrimage” is scheduled to be organized later this year in the holy city of Karbala.
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Iran's Pezeshkian praises Iraq’s hospitality for Arba’een
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed his gratitude to the friendly and brotherly nation and government of Iraq for hosting the Arba’een procession.
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Call for 11th World Arbaeen Award announced
Artists, writers, researchers, and media professionals have been invited to document and showcase the spiritual and cultural manifestations of the Arbaeen pilgrimage.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Received Islamic Media Forum Representatives in Abuja
On Saturday evening 11th Rabi'ul Thani, 1447 (4/10/2025) Shaikh Ibrahim Zakzaky had a meeting with representatives of 'Media Forum' on Islamic affairs at his house in Abuja.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky received a delegation of scholars from Zazzau
On Sunday, 28 September 2025, Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky received a delegation from the houses of scholars from the city of Zazzau. The visiting group included representatives from the Kona house, the house of Emir Ladanai, the house of Sheikh AbdulQadir Banufe, the Alhazawa house, the house of the late Sheikh Aliyu Mai Yasin, the house of Imam Zabi, the house of Imam Dogarawa, the house of Malam Sunusi Mai Ashafa, and the house of Sheikh Ibraheem Kakaki. The scholars offered their condolences to the Sheikh regarding the tragedy of Buhari and the martyrdom of the students and his children, praying that God accepts their martyrdom.
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Call for release of +300 pro-Palestine members of Islamic Movement languishing in Nigeria prisons
The Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led government continues to prove itself as oppressive and contemptuous of the very principles of justice, human dignity, and democracy it pretends to uphold.
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Expanding Quranic activities at massive Arbaeen pilgrimage underlined
A meeting of the working group for organizing the Quranic activities of the Arbaeen procession was held in Tehran.
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Sheikh Zakzaky: People in West Standing Up against Israeli Atrocities in Gaza
The leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria highlighted the growing trend of support for Palestine in Western countries.
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Photos: Imam Reza Shrine celebrates birth anniv. of Prophet Muhammad
AhlulBayt News Agency: On September 10, Imam Reza Shrine hosted a grand celebration marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). The event took place in Vilayat Hall with Ayat. Ahmad Marvi, the Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi in attendance.
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Sheikh Zakzaky warns of campaigns against Muslim countries, calls for unity
The Leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sayed Ibraheem Zakzaky, delivered a closing lecture of the Unity Week program in Abuja on Wednesday.
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Pakistani cleric: Shia-Sunni unity is symbol of stability, support for oppressed
On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Imam Sadiq (AS), a grand ceremony was held in Sindh, Pakistan, with the participation of scholars, clerics and large groups of believers. The gathering, organized by the Asghariyya Organization of Pakistan in Husayniyya Bab al-Hawaij Banu Aqil, was marked by a strong display of Shia-Sunni unity and solidarity.
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Commemoration ceremony for birth of Prophet, Imam al-Sadiq held at Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah
On the auspicious occasion of the birth anniversaries of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (pbuh), a commemoration ceremony was held at Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025.
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Photos: Installation of banners celebrating birth of Holy Prophet Muhammad at Razavi shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: On the occasion of the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a.s.), celebratory banners were installed throughout the courtyards and halls of the sacred shrine of Imam Reza (a.s.) in Mashhad.
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Infographic: Recommended deeds on 17th of Rabi al-Awal
AhlulBayt News Agency: On the 17th of Rabi al-Awwal, Muslims are encouraged to engage in highly virtuous deeds such as ritual purification (ghusl), fasting, visiting the shrines of the Holy Prophet (p.b.u.h) and Imam Ali (a.s.), giving charity, and offering special prayers, marking the day with acts of devotion and benevolence.
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Thousands join Eid Milad-un-Nabi procession in Bolton despite heavy rain
In a powerful display of devotion and unity, thousands of British Muslims gathered in Bolton to commemorate the 1500th anniversary of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) with a vibrant Eid Milad-un-Nabi procession, undeterred by heavy rainfall.
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Photos: Seminar on Human Rights, Dignity from Perspective of Prophet Muhammad and Imam Reza
AhlulBayt News Agency: The first program in the series marking the 1,500th anniversary of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), titled “Human Rights and Dignity from the Perspective of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Imam Reza (a.s.)”, was held on Sunday, September 7, 2025, by the Scientific and Cultural Organization of Astan Quds Razavi at the Sheikh Tabarsi Hall of the Islamic Research Foundation.
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Yemen turns Prophet’s birthday into political mobilization against occupation
The Yemeni capital of Sanaa and other provinces witnessed massive and historic celebrations on the 12th of Rabi’ al-Awwal to mark the Prophet’s birthday.