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Nigerian Muslims in Kano Mark Sixth Anniversary of General Soleimani’s Martyrdom

Hundreds of Nigerian Muslims in Kano State commemorate the sixth anniversary of the martyrdom of Iran's IRGC anti-terror commander, General Qasem Soleimani, and his comrades, who were assassinated near Baghdad International Airport on January 3, 2020, on the orders of then-U.S. President Donald Trump.

Muslim Youth Forum visits Churches in Nigeria, shares Christmas message of Ayatollah Khamenei

On Thursday, December 25, 2025, members of the Youth Forum of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, under the leadership of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, visited several churches across the country as part of an interfaith outreach initiative.

At least 5 killed, 35 injured in bomb explosion in Nigerian mosque during prayers

At least five people were killed and 35 others wounded on Wednesday after an explosion struck a mosque during evening prayers in northeastern Nigeria, according to police.

Nigerian demonstrators condemn Israel’s actions in Gaza, Lebanon

Hundreds of people marched in Bauchi State, northern Nigeria, on Sunday to protest against the Israeli regime’s continued violations of the ceasefire in Palestine and Lebanon. Demonstrators filled the streets waving Palestinian flags and chanting slogans, calling on the international community to take action.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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''.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.