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Iranpress: Nigerian Police Bust Two Pakistani Kidnappers

Nigerian Police Bust Two Pakistani Kidnappers

Friday, 07 March 2025 11:34

Lagos (IP) - In a dramatic crackdown in Lagos State, Nigerian police arrested two Pakistani nationals linked to a kidnapping ring targeting foreign nationals. The operation followed a distress call from the Ikeja Division regarding the abduction of a 48-year-old Pakistani citizen.

Iranpress: Only Truth Prevails: Sheikh Zakzaky Speaks on Justice and Oppression

Only Truth Prevails: Sheikh Zakzaky Speaks on Justice and Oppression

Tuesday, 14 January 2025 10:25

Abuja (IP) – In an address during the celebration of the birth anniversary of Imam Ali (AS) on Monday night, Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, delivered a powerful message of hope and resistance against injustice.

Iranpress: Nigerian Gov

Nigerian Gov't Says Niger's Allegations Baseless, Citizens Worry Over France

Friday, 27 December 2024 10:30

Nigerian(IP): In a new statement released on Thursday, The Federal Government of Nigeria has strongly rejected allegations made in a viral video by the military leader of Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, claiming "non-existent collision between Nigeria and France to destabilize his country."

Iranpress: Muslim Youth in Nigeria Attend Church Services, Spreading Leader

Muslim Youth in Nigeria Attend Church Services, Spreading Leader's Message

Wednesday, 25 December 2024 20:10

Bauchi (IP) —Members of the Youth Forum of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria visited several churches nationwide on Wednesday to extend Christmas greetings to their Christian counterparts.

Iranpress: Podcast: Tragedy Strikes in Nigeria: 72 Dead in Stampedes During Food Distribution

Podcast: Tragedy Strikes in Nigeria: 72 Dead in Stampedes During Food Distribution

Sunday, 22 December 2024 17:27

In a series of devastating stampedes during food distribution events across Nigeria, at least 72 people, mostly children, have tragically lost their lives. From Abuja to Anambra and Ibadan, these incidents highlight the growing humanitarian crisis, with calls for immediate action to address the underlying issues.206

Iranpress: Islamic Movement in Nigeria Commemorates Zaria Massacre

Islamic Movement in Nigeria Commemorates Zaria Massacre

Sunday, 15 December 2024 10:25

Abuja(IP): The Islamic Movement in Nigeria has organized an annual conference and exhibition on Saturday evening in Abuja to mark the 2015 Zaria massacre.

Iranpress: Nigerians Mourn the Martyrdom of Yahya Sinwar and Hashem Safieddine

Nigerians Mourn the Martyrdom of Yahya Sinwar and Hashem Safieddine

Saturday, 26 October 2024 08:46

Zaria (IP) – In Kaduna State’s Zaria, members of Nigeria's Islamic Movement have gathered to mourn the deaths of Yahya Sinwar, a senior Hamas leader, and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine, a senior Hezbollah official, both martyred in separate Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and Beirut.

Iranpress: 150 Dead, Over 200 Injured After Oil Tanker Explosion in Northwestern Nigeria

150 Dead, Over 200 Injured After Oil Tanker Explosion in Northwestern Nigeria

Thursday, 17 October 2024 11:59

Nigeria (IP) – Tragedy struck the small town of Majia in Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, Northwestern Nigeria, on Wednesday morning, when an oil tanker explosion claimed the lives of at least 150 people and left over 200 others severely injured.

Iranpress: Nigerian Muslims Celebrate Birth of Prophet, Reiterate Support for Palestine

Nigerian Muslims Celebrate Birth of Prophet, Reiterate Support for Palestine

Monday, 16 September 2024 08:48

Bauchi (IP) - In Nigeria, home to Africa's largest Muslim population, millions of Sunni and Shi'as participated in the annual march to celebrate the birth anniversary of the holy Prophet of Islam, Muhammad bin Abdullah (peace be upon him and his progeny).

Iranpress: 37 People Die, Over 1 Million Displaced by Flood in Maiduguri, Nigeria

37 People Die, Over 1 Million Displaced by Flood in Maiduguri, Nigeria

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 20:01

Borno (IP) - At least 37 People have been confirmed dead and over one million have been displaced by a flood in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in Northeastern Nigeria, which started from Tuesday morning to Wednesday and ravaged one-fourth of the entire city.

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