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Lessons from the Islamic burial rites of the late Oba Sikiru Adetona, Awujale of Ijebuland

In Islam, the wishes of the deceased regarding burial are highly respected, and if a person has expressed a desire to be buried according to Islamic traditions, it is considered a duty for their ...
The Nation Newspaper

Controversy as traditionalists, Muslim worshippers clash over burial rituals of Awujale

A mild drama on Monday almost marred the final rites of passage for Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, as traditionalists were prevented from conducting customary burial rituals at the ...
The Nation Newspaper

Council for Ifa Religion to sue Ogun, Awujale’s family over alleged violation of burial rites

The International Council For Ifa Religion (ICIR) has threatened legal action against Ogun State Government and family of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, for allegedly violating the ...
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Do you know why Muslims bury their dead within 24 hours?

If you’ve ever had a Muslim friend or neighbour pass away, you may have noticed they were buried the same day, sometimes within just a few hours. No long waiting. No casket viewing. No week-long ...