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Sheik Qomardeen highlights role of Tawheed in Islam at Riyad Saliheen Haflah

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August 11, 2024

Al-hidayyah Central Mosque

Sheik Qomardeen highlights role of Tawheed in Islam at Riyad Saliheen Haflah

The founder and chief Imam of Al-hidayyah Central Mosque, Olambe, Ogun state, Sheik Qomardeen Yunus Akorede, has described the significance of Tawheed (Islamic monotheism) as the cornerstone of faith and a shield from hell-fire.

The Sheik’s message was the highlight of his speech at the haflah (graduation) ceremony of Riyad Saliheen, held on Sunday, August 11, 2024.

His address served as both a spiritual guide and a reminder to the parents and students present at the event, emphasizing the profound importance of Islamic teachings in shaping a righteous and fulfilling life.

He began his sermon by underscoring Tawheed’s central role in the Islamic faith, describing it as the ultimate passport to everlasting bliss.

“Tawheed is not just a concept but the foundation upon which a Muslim’s faith is built,” he stated.

He further explained that the belief in the oneness of Allah is the essence of Islam and the first step towards achieving success in this life and the hereafter.

He added that by understanding and practicing Tawheed, Muslims can secure themselves against the temptations and punishments of hellfire.

During the graduation ceremony, Sheik Akorede also addressed the crucial role parents play in the religious education of their children.

He urged parents to actively support their children’s Islamic education, particularly in propagating the knowledge they acquire at the madrasah (Islamic school).

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“The lessons learned in the madrasah should not end there. Parents must ensure that their children continue to live by and spread the teachings of Islam in their daily lives”, he said.

He highlighted the curriculum taught at Riyad Saliheen, which includes the distinction between Tawheed (monotheism) and Shirk (polytheism).

He noted that understanding this fundamental difference is essential for the students as they navigate their spiritual journey.

“By recognising and avoiding Shirk, the greatest sin in Islam, the students can strengthen their faith and maintain a pure, unadulterated belief in Allah,” he emphasised.

“In addition to Tawheed, the students at Riyad Saliheen were also educated on the difference between Bid’ah (innovation in religion) and Sunnah (the traditions of Prophet Muhammad).

Sheik Qomardeen stressed that following the Sunnah is crucial for preserving the authenticity of Islamic practices.

“Deviation from the Sunnah leads to Bid’ah, which can corrupt the purity of one’s faith,” he warned.

He encouraged the students to adhere strictly to the teachings of Prophet Muhammad as a means of safeguarding their religious integrity.

The Islamci scholar further emphasised the importance of raising children according to the Quran and the traditions of Prophet Muhammad.

He pointed out that the upbringing of a child in accordance with Islamic principles is essential for nurturing a generation of righteous Muslims who will contribute positively to society.

“The Quran and Sunnah provide a comprehensive guide to raising children who are pious, knowledgeable, and respectful,” he said.

The Imam also spoke about the lasting impact of proper Islamic upbringing.

He explained that parents who raise their children according to the Quran and Sunnah are investing in their own future, as these children will continue to seek forgiveness and pray for their parents even after their demise.

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“A well-raised child is a continuous source of blessings for the parents,” he noted, highlighting the concept of Sadaqah Jariyah (ongoing charity) in Islam.

Furthermore, Imam Akorede cautioned parents against becoming obstacles in their children’s efforts to propagate Islam.

He urged them to encourage and support their children’s endeavors to spread the teachings of Islam as prescribed by Allah and His Messenger. “Do not be a hindrance to your children’s mission in life. Instead, be their greatest supporters and enablers in their journey to fulfill their religious duties”, he said.

The Imam’s speech reminded the parents of their pivotal role in their children’s religious development.

The graduation ceremony was not just a celebration of the students’ achievements but also a call to action for the parents to reinforce the Islamic values taught at the madrasah.

Imam Akorede’s admonition at the Riyad Saliheen graduation ceremony served as a powerful reminder of the significance of Tawheed in a Muslim’s life and the vital role parents play in nurturing the next generation of Islamic scholars and practitioners.

His message resonated deeply with those in attendance, leaving them with a renewed sense of responsibility towards their children’s religious education and overall upbringing.

The graduating students were encouraged to propagate the teachings of Tawheed and the Sunnah in their daily lives, becoming beacons of Islamic knowledge and practice in their communities.

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NNPC has no right setting price of Dangote petrol – Falana

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September 17, 2024

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Femi Falana

NNPC has no right setting price of Dangote petrol – Falana

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, says the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, do not have the power to fix the price of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, for the Dangote Refinery after deregulation.

Falana said the NNPCL action violated the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA, which stipulated that the price of petrol must be determined by the market forces

In a statement on Tuesday, the legal luminary said it was an aberration for the NNPCL to peg the price of petrol produced and refined in Nigeria at 950 per litre.

“On September 5, 2024, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) stated that foreign exchange (forex) illiquidity had been a significant factor influencing the fluctuation in prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) governed by unrestrained market forces, as provided for in the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA.

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“The NNPCL was explaining the pump price of PMS imported into the country at the material time. Specifically, the Executive Vice President of Downstream NNPC Ltd Mr. Adedapo Segun, explained that Section 205 of the PIA, which established NNPC Ltd, stipulated that petroleum prices were determined by free market forces.

“But contrary to the well-publicised statement, the NNPCL has fixed the price of PMS produced by the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company Limited. The action of the NNPCL is a violent contravention of section 205 of the PIA, which stipulates that the prices of petroleum products shall be determined by market forces.

“Furthermore, since the petrol sold by Dangote is not imported into the country but produced at the Lekki Economic Free Trade Zone, the NNPCL cannot justify the sale of petrol at N950 per litre without freight cost, lightering cost, jetty depot fees, storage fees, foreign exchange costs, NPA charges: NIMASA charges, Customs duties etc,” he said.

Falana’s outburst followed the commencement of PMS lifting by the NNPCL from the Dangote Refinery.

You would recall that as soon as lifting commenced, NNPCL announced that the product would sell for N950 per litre in Lagos State and its environs, and above N1,000 per litre in states such as Borno.

Reacting, the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, IPMAN, on Monday, criticised NNPCL, saying it was not right for petrol lifted from the Dangote Refinery to cost higher than imported ones

NNPC has no right setting price of Dangote petrol – Falana

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Coffee prices double in Nigeria after global supply disruptions

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September 17, 2024

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Coffee prices double in Nigeria after global supply disruptions

Nigeria is feeling the impact of the global coffee crisis as futures prices surge by over 30% due to severe supply disruptions caused by drought in Brazil, the world’s largest Arabica coffee producer.

In Nigeria, coffee prices have doubled in 2024, with popular brands like Nescafe and TopCafe experiencing significant hikes.

For instance, “Nescafe 3 in 1” spiked to N34,000 per carton in August, up from N28,000 in May, and a steep rise from N18,000 last year.

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The rainfall shortage in Brazil, which began in April, has led to a sharp decline in coffee production, sparking a global rush to secure supplies.

This has driven up coffee futures, with U.S. Coffee Futures and Arabica Futures both soaring by more than 30% in 2024, impacting markets worldwide, including Nigeria.

Coffee prices double in Nigeria after global supply disruptions

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UN donates $6m to support Borno flood victims

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September 17, 2024

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UN donates $6m to support Borno flood victims

The United Nations has announced the donation of a $6 million fund in support of the Maiduguri flood victims in Borno State.

In a statement on Tuesday, the UN’s Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohammed Fall, said a joint mission comprising UN agencies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), alongside the Nigeria Red Cross Society, visited the main city of Maiduguri over the weekend.

According to Fall, the team met with people who had been impacted, many of them had already displaced multiple times by conflict and insecurity in the area.

The flood was caused by an overflow in the Alau Dam located just over 10 miles to the south of Maiduguri.

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“We and our partners are providing them with hot meals, we are facilitating air drops of food in hard-to-reach areas cut off by flood waters, and we are also trucking in water.

“We are also providing water and sanitation hygiene services and water purification tablets to stem disease outbreaks.

“This is in addition to supplying hygiene and dignity kits to women and girls, as well as emergency health and shelter services.”

He added that the staff of the UN Office of the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs were also working closely with donors to secure additional funding.