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Iranian Senior cleric: Arbaeen to be held stronger and more radiant despite media war attempts
Hujjat-ul-Islam Sayyed Abdulfattah Navvab warned against media war efforts, affirming that the upcoming Arbaeen will be stronger and spiritually radiant. He highlighted Imam Hussein’s light as the force attracting millions of pilgrims and praised Iraqi hospitality in supporting the pilgrimage.
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Ghalibaf: Arbaeen Pilgrimage strengthens social cohesion, Islamic identity
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has underscored the significance of the Arbaeen pilgrimage as a powerful means of strengthening social cohesion and deepening Iranian-Islamic identity.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Meets Assembly of Experts Representative in Tehran
Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky visited Representative of the people of Tehran Province in the Assembly of Experts for Leadership and Deputy of International Communications at the Office of Imam Khamenei, Sheikh Mohsen Qomi, today, Wednesday, 17/12/2025, at his office in Tehran.
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Head of Cultural Committee of Arbaeen Headquarters:
By socially institutionalizing Arbaeen cause, broader participation of public, various groups must be facilitated
Hojjatoleslam Ahmadi, Head of the Cultural Committee of the Arbaeen Headquarters, said that about 40 percent of Arbaeen pilgrims are repeat participants each year, and Arbaeen should be socially institutionalized.
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Bangladesh T.K. Group announces Season 2 of Quran recitation show during Ramadan 2026
T.K. Group has announced the second season of Pusti Verses of Light, a Quran recitation competition airing during Ramadan 2026. Nationwide auditions will begin in December 2025, with winners receiving major prizes.
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Fifth International Arbaeen Congress to Gather 320 Cultural Figures in Mashhad
The Fifth International Congress of Arbaeen Cultural Activists will be held in Mashhad with over 320 participants, including international guests from 20 countries. The event emphasizes Arbaeen’s role in fostering unity, cultural exchange, and solidarity among diverse communities.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky receives Niger representatives in Abuja
On Saturday, 13/12/2025, Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky received a delegation of different representatives from Niger republic, at his home in Abuja, Nigeria.
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Photos: Auspicious birth celebration of Lady Fatima with speech of Sheikh Zakzaky in Abuja, Nigeria
During the celebration of the auspicious birth anniversary of Sayyida Zahara (S), Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky delivered a speech in Abuja, Nigeria.
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Arbaeen Congress to review 2026 plans through nine specialized commissions
The fifth Arbaeen Cultural Activists’ Congress will bring together around 300 grassroots representatives from Iran and 12 other countries in Mashhad later this month, organizers said.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Receives Some Religious Leaders in Abuja
The Emirs of Zaria, Taraba, Jigawa, Adamawa, Kano, Gombe and Benue States visited Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky on Saturday 06/12/2025, at his residence in Abuja, Nigeria.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky’s delegates pay condolence visit to family of late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi
On Thursday, December 4, 2025, a delegation representing Sheikh Zakzaky—including Sheikh Badamasi Yaqoub, Muhammad Ibraheem, and Sheikh Ahmad Yusuf—visited Bauchi to offer condolences to the family of the late Sheikh Dahiru Usman. Speaking on behalf of the group, Sheikh Badamasi praised the renowned Qur’anic scholar as a lifelong servant of Islam and humanity. The delegates prayed for the repose of his soul and comfort for his family.
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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.