• Super Admin
• 06 Mar, 2026

Mosques across Nigeria have witnessed increased attendance during Ramadan, with worshippers participating in Taraweeh prayers, Qur'an recitation sessions, and nightly supplications. From the National Mosque in Abuja to Oyo Central Mosque and Lagos Central Mosque, faithful Muslims are gathering in large numbers, reflecting the deep devotion, compassion, and unity that define the holy month. At the National Mosque, Abuja, daily Tafsir sessions are held for worshippers. At 10 a.m., Imam Professor Muhammad Kabir leads a Tafsir session in Hausa exclusively for women. Between Zuhr and Asr, there is a thematic Tafsir in English by Prof. Luqman Zakariya on alternating days, and Tafsir in English by Imam Háránì Eze. From 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Imam Professor Ibrahim Maqari conducts daily Tafsir in Hausa. Three imams lead the nightly Taraweeh prayers, and daily Iftar is provided by a philanthropist from Saudi Arabia. At Oyo Central Mosque, the Chief Imam of the township, Barrister Alhaji Bilaal Oseni Akinola, conducts Tafsir after Salatul Fajr, starting at 11 a.m. and ending at 12 p.m. Taraweeh prayers are observed at 8:10 p.m. and conclude at 8:40 p.m., with the Chief Imam leading an audience of approximately one thousand worshippers. Lagos Central Mosque, under the leadership of Engr. Sulaimon Oluwatoyin Abou-Nolla, holds daily Tafsir from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feeding for fasting Muslims during Iftar is organised in collaboration with different companies providing food. Taraweeh prayers are observed every night, and during the last ten days of Ramadan, Qiyam al-Layl is observed instead of I'tikaf. Lekki Central Mosque offers Tafsir from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday, both in the mosque hall and via Zoom. It is led by the Chief Imam, Dr. Ridwan Jamiu. During the last ten days of Ramadan, I'tikaf sessions are held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with Fiqh sessions and Tafsir from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Additional Ramadan programmes include daily reminders, weekly online Tadabbur sessions, weekly Iftar potlucks on Saturdays, hospital visits, quarterly Da'wah programmes organised by Lekki Muslim Ummah, Barakah and Bonds initiatives, and an Eid Funfair the day after Eid. Facilities for I'tikaf participants include twenty-four-hour electricity and security, standby medical personnel, a clean environment with professional cleaners, a serene atmosphere, daily lectures, and Tahajjud prayers. Meanwhile, An-Nur Mosque in Wuse 2, Abuja, has been hosting daily Ramadan Tafsir sessions, with former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Pantami, serving as guest Imam. On Sunday, March 1, he delivered the twelfth day of Tafsir, covering Surah An-Nisaa, Chapter 4, Verses 4 and 5. He emphasised the obligations of bridal payment, moderation in marriage expenses, the duties of guardians over orphans' wealth, and the importance of treating others with kindness and justice. Prof. Pantami concluded by praying that attendees may be among the beneficiaries of the Qur'an's guidance, underscoring the relevance of Qur'anic teachings in contemporary life. At the NASFAT Islamic Centre in Asese, Ogun State, prominent Islamic scholar and former Lagos State Commissioner, Dr. Abdulhakeem Abdullateef, addressed scholars, clerics, and public officials on the theme, "Whoever Saves a Life, Saves Humanity." He condemned the ideology and activities of insurgent groups such as Boko Haram, stating that Islam is rooted in peace, justice, and the sanctity of human life. Dr. AbdulLateef, fondly called Hon. Iyepe, emphasised that forced marriages, kidnappings, and religious coercion are direct violations of Qur'anic teachings and are fundamentally un-Islamic. He urged religious leaders to intensify public enlightenment efforts, educating communities that terrorism, banditry, and other forms of violence have no place in Islam. Quoting the Qur'an, the popular scholar reminded worshippers that "Whoever kills a soul unjustly has killed all humanity," emphasising that preserving life is among the highest principles in Islam. Ramadan Thrives at Ogrute Central Mosque, Enugu Muslims in southern Nigeria are not left out of Ramadan's spiritual atmosphere. Across communities, they observe the fast and organise activities that strengthen faith and unity. In Enugu State, the Ogrute Central Mosque in Enugu Ezike, Igbo Eze North LGA, stands as a symbol of resilience. Built before the Nigerian Civil War as an Islamic centre of learning, the mosque was burnt and destroyed on September 15, 2017, by suspected members of the outlawed terrorist group IPOB, but was later rebuilt. Today, it remains one of the most prominent mosques in the state. Jumaah prayers, led by Imam Said Ujah, attract over 300 worshippers, including local Igbo Muslims and Hausa traders. During Ramadan, Tafsir holds at least twice weekly, sometimes three times, following the traditional Orie and Nkwor market days to ensure wider participation. In a unique show of unity, Tafsir rotates among mosques in neighbouring villages due to the limited number of scholars, with communities moving together for each session. Taraweeh begins daily at 8 p.m., while a simple feeding programme after Maghrib provides fruits, akara, and pap through donations from philanthropists. Though I'tikaf is observed on a modest scale due to the small Muslim population and security concerns, the mosque remains a strong beacon of faith, proving that Ramadan flourishes even where Muslims are in the minority. Source: https://independent.ng/ramadan-2026-devotion-compassion-unity-across-mosques-in-nigeria/