Nigeria
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10th Anniversary Commemoration of Zaria Massacre held in Potiskum
AhlulBayt News Agency: On Sunday, 14 December 2025, Muslims faithful followers of Sayyid Ibraheem Zakzaky (H) in Potiskum, Nigeria held a peaceful commemorative procession to mark the 10years since the inhuman 2015 Zaria Massacre.
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Photos: Presence of Nigerian seminarians at Tea House of Imam Reza holy shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: On Thursday evening, December 11, 2025, a group of Nigerian seminarians gathered at the Tea House in Ghadir Courtyard of the holy shrine of Imam Reza (a.s.). In memory of the martyrs of the 2015 Ashura mourners in the city of Zaria, they served tea and refreshments to pilgrims and residents of the holy shrine.
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Zaria Massacre, Echoes That Will Never be Forgotten
The Date 12 December in Zaria, a historic city in Kaduna State, Nigeria, may have turned to ashes either a blood of valley.
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Sheikh Zakzaky condemns Nigerian government’s repression of Pro-Palestine demonstrators
During a press conference in Abuja on International Human Rights Day, Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, criticized the government for its continued repression of peaceful pro-Palestine demonstrators. He noted that nine months after the deaths of several Quds Day protesters, authorities are still withholding 24 corpses, preventing proper Islamic burial rites.
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Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky-Led Movement Stages Rally Over Kidnapped Students, Security Failures
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Academic Forum of the Islamic Movement under the leadership of Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky in Kano has organized a massive rally, demanding the immediate rescue of the abducted female students taken by armed terrorists, and calling on the government to protect schools from ongoing security threats.
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Nigerian Muslims, Christians condemn Trump’s military threats
Muslim and Christian leaders in Nigeria have jointly condemned threats by US President Donald Trump to launch military action against their country, describing the remarks as “provocative and destructive” to national unity.
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West Africa Islamic Conference on Security and Governance Held in Nigeria; Emphasis on Combating Terrorism
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in cooperation with Islamic scholars and religious institutions, stressed the importance of strengthening unity, cooperation, and efforts to counter terrorism and extremism in West Africa and the Sahel region.
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Nigerian Muslim Scholar:
Islam Eradicates Poverty Sustainably Through Education and Skills Training
A Muslim scholar from Osun State in Nigeria emphasized that Islamic teachings, in addition to promoting charity and support for the needy, focus on education and skills training as sustainable means of eradicating poverty. He stated that Islam encourages empowerment rather than dependency.
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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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A Look at U.S. Accusations of Christian Genocide in Nigeria/ Politically Driven and Detached from Field Realities
U.S. officials, seeking to divert attention from the Zionist regime’s atrocities and genocide in Gaza, have turned to accusing other countries of religious persecution.
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Nigerian seminary students living in Karbala gather to listen, analyze Sheikh Zakzaky's recent speech
A group of Nigerian seminary students residing in the holy city of Karbala held a special gathering to listen to the speech of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, Secretary General of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria.
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Islamic Movement in Nigeria Holds Week-Long Program to Commemorate Shaheed Ahmad Zakzaky
A one-week programme was organised by followers of the Leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sayed Ibraheem Zakzaky, in memory of Shaheed Ahmad Zakzaky, who was born on 13th of October 1991.
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Islamic Movement in Nigeria celebrates Gaza ceasefire, warns of ongoing injustice
Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) in Bauchi State held a public gathering on Saturday night to celebrate the recent Gaza ceasefire agreement, which includes the withdrawal of Israeli forces, the return of displaced Palestinians to their homes, and a prisoner exchange deal.
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Sheikh Zakzaky’s vision inspires resistance, resilience: Nigerian activist
Nigerian activist Bilqis Kabir Saeed shares personal journey and Quranic insights at Imam Reza University’s trauma recovery forum.
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Islamic Movement in Nigeria applauds Senators for pro-Palestine stand
The Islamic Movement in Nigeria, led by Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, has praised Senators Abdul Ningi and Muhammad Adamu Aliero for openly expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people during a Senate session, calling their action a “noble expression of conscience, justice, and humanity''.
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Islamic Movement in Nigeria holds 23rd Unity Week program in Abuja
During the unity lectures in Abuja, some invited scholars spoke on the importance of the unity of the Islamic ummah. This is the 23rd Unity Week program organised by the Islamic Movement in Nigeria under the leadership of Sayed Ibraheem Zakzaky (H).
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Thousands in Nigeria mark Prophet Muhammad’s birthday with Pro-Palestine solidarity
Thousands of Muslims across Nigeria gathered on Saturday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), transforming the annual celebration into a powerful display of unity and solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
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Photos: Large number of Nigerian devotees gather to celebrate Maulid al- Nabi
AhlulBayt News Agency: Hundreds of thousands of fellow Muslims gather at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi for a special Maulid prayer session to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
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27 Muslims murdered in Nigeria mosque massacre
Armed assailants have stormed a mosque in north-central Nigeria as Muslims had gathered for dawn prayers, gunning down as many as 27 of the worshippers.
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Thousands in Abuja mark Arbaeen, condemn Israeli genocide in Gaza
Thousands of mourners from across Nigeria concluded a two-day symbolic Arbaeen walk in the capital city of Abuja, commemorating the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (A.S). The peaceful procession, held under heavy security presence, also served as a platform to voice strong support for Palestinians facing Israeli aggression in Gaza.
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Nigerian Islamic scholars urge Arab nations to unite, cut ties with Israel to support Palestine
At a major conference held in Lagos by the Conference of Islamic Organizations of Nigeria (CIO), the Ulama wing of the organization called on Arab nations in the Persian Gulf to set aside political differences and end diplomatic normalization with Israel in a bid to support the liberation of Palestine.
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Senior Nigerian cleric endorses Iran’s resistance doctrine against Israel
In a powerful statement that may signal a shift in regional discourse, Sheikh Dan'azumi Musa Tafawa Balewa, head of Nigeria’s Council of Ulema, has called on Muslim nations and the international community to adopt Iran’s model of armed resistance as the only effective strategy to confront Israeli aggression against Palestinians.
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Photos: Ashura mourning ceremony held in Nigeria
AhlulBayt News Agency: Ashura mourning ceremony was held in Nigeria.
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Nigerian Shia Muslims mark Muharram with nationwide mourning ceremonies
Shia Muslims across Nigeria have begun commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Husain (AS), the third Shia Imam and grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), through a series of mourning ceremonies held during the first ten days of Muharram.
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Nigeria condemned Israel’s attack on Iran
Nigeria has condemned Israel’s attack on Iran and called for peace between both parties, as both sides continue attacks on Saturday and announce deaths and casualties.
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Nigerian students stage pro-Palestine rally on Imam Khomeini’s demise anniversary
On the 36th anniversary of Imam Khomeini’s passing, Nigerian Muslim students organized a pro-Palestine rally in Suleja, near Abuja, reaffirming their support for justice in Gaza and honoring the late Iranian leader’s legacy of resistance.
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Nigeria hosts conference on Imam Khomeini’s legacy, influence in Africa
A conference was held in Kano, northern Nigeria, on Sunday to reflect on the life and contributions of the late founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Imam Khomeini. The event was organized by Azzahra Community in Nigeria, in collaboration with Al-Mustapha College of Education Kano and the Academic Forum of the Islamic Movement.
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Nigerian President: Quran source of light, wisdom, solace
The president of Nigeria described the Quran as a complete guide for humanity and a source of light, wisdom and solace.
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14th National Qur’an Memorization Day held in Kano, Nigeria
The event attracted IMN leaders from across the country and highlighted the school’s longstanding commitment to Islamic education.
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Sheikh Zakzaky meets Fudiyyah Quran memorization students ahead of graduation
The leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria Sayed Ibraheem Zakzaky met with a section of Fudiyyah students who memorized the holy Quran ahead of their graduation ceremony.