The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has announced plans to convene a special national prayer for the peace, stability, and progress of Nigeria. The event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 30 September 2026, at the Abuja National Mosque Complex. This initiative aims to provide an opportunity for Muslims to collectively seek Allah's guidance, protection, peace, and blessings for the country and its citizenry.
According to a statement by the NSCIA spokesperson, Abbas Jimoh, the Special National Prayer for Nigeria is a significant event that underscores the council's commitment to promoting unity and stability in the country. The prayer session will bring together Muslims from across Nigeria to collectively pray for the nation's well-being. The event is expected to be a powerful display of unity and solidarity among Muslims in Nigeria.
In addition to the national prayer, the NSCIA will hold its General Assembly on Thursday, 1 October 2026, at the same venue, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The General Assembly is the highest decision-making organ of the NSCIA and constitutes the largest gathering of the Council. The assembly will provide a platform for stakeholders to discuss pressing issues affecting the council, the Muslim Ummah, and the nation at large.
The NSCIA General Assembly will be attended by prominent Muslim personalities, including His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar, the Deputy President-General (North) and Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi, and the Deputy President-General (South), Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo. Other notable attendees include Muslim public office holders, representatives of the 36 State Councils for Islamic Affairs and the FCT, and members of Islamic organisations.
The assembly will also feature representatives of the General Purpose Committee (GPC) and the Expanded General Purpose Committee (EGPC) of the NSCIA. These stakeholders will come together to reflect on issues affecting the council and the nation, and to proffer solutions to challenges facing the Muslim community. The event is expected to foster greater collaboration and understanding among Muslims in Nigeria.
The NSCIA has called on all invited members, representatives, and stakeholders to make adequate arrangements to participate in and contribute to the success of the two-day programme. Muslims across Nigeria have been urged to use the occasion to pray for continued peace, unity, security, good governance, and sustainable development in the country. The council's initiative is seen as a positive step towards promoting national unity and stability.
The national prayer and General Assembly are significant events that demonstrate the NSCIA's commitment to promoting the well-being of Nigeria and its citizens. The council's efforts to bring Muslims together in prayer and dialogue are expected to have a positive impact on the nation. Key stakeholders are expected to attend the event, which promises to be a landmark gathering of Muslims in Nigeria.
Key points
- The NSCIA will hold a national prayer for Nigeria's stability on 30 September 2026 at the Abuja National Mosque Complex.
- The NSCIA General Assembly will take place on 1 October 2026, featuring prominent Muslim personalities and stakeholders.
- The events aim to promote national unity, stability, and development in Nigeria.
