by James Sambo The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has disowned Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram. According to the monarch, the doctrine of the terrorist sect has no resemblance to that of true Muslims. The Sultan made the comments at the formal opening of the annual Islamic Vacation Course, organised by the Muslim... Read More

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May 15, 2013

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Not allowed: Lagos prohibits Hijab wearing in public schools [DETAILS]

by Rachel Ogbu Lagos State Government has prohibited the use of accessories, including Hijab, a head scarf for Muslim women in its public schools. The rules only allow students to wear conventional uniforms to the school except when pupils want to go for prayers, read Qur’an, or attend Friday Jumat service. Addressing the press on... Read More

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February 28, 2013

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“Unprofessional and disgrace”- Lagos school principal allegedly flogs student for wearing a hijab

by Rachel Ogbu Principal of Kadara Junior Grammar School, Ebute Meta, Lagos has received more roasting from some members of the public after news that she had flogged a 16-year-old student because she wore hijab, a head scarf worn by female Muslims, on the school premises. The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria, Lagos State Area Unit,... Read More

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