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NSCIA mobilises Muslims for national prayer

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has scheduled a special national prayer for Nigeria’s peace and stability on September 30, 2026, in Abuja. Read More: https://punchng.com/nscia-mobilises-muslims-for-national-prayer/

NSCIA mobilises Muslims for national prayer

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has organized a national prayer to seek Allah's guidance, protection, peace and blessings for Nigeria and its citizens. The prayer is scheduled to take place at the Abuja National Mosque Complex on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. The prayer is being convened by the President-General of the NSCIA and the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar.

The NSCIA also announced that its General Assembly will be held on the same venue on Thursday, October 1, beginning at 10 am. The General Assembly is the highest decision-making organ of the NSCIA and the largest gathering of the council, comprising various Muslim leaders, public office holders, and representatives of state councils for Islamic affairs.

The council aims to provide an opportunity for Muslims to collectively seek Allah's blessings for the country and its people.

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