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Juma’a Sermon: How to spoil Sihr or black magic in your house, shop, office
By Imam Murtadha Muhammad – 08038289761
Thursday, 19/12/2024
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
All praise is due to Allah. We praise Him and we seek for His assistance, forgiveness and guidance. We seek refuge with Him from the evils of our own souls and from our misdeeds. No one can mislead whomever Allah guides and no one can guide whomever Allah causes to go astray.
I testify that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah. He is One and He has no partner. I also testify that Muhammad is His Servant and Messenger. Allah sent him with the religion of guidance and truth so that it may prevail over all other religions even if the disbelievers dislike that.
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah, may Allah be pleased with him, that the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) said:
“Allah has not sent down any disease but He has also sent down healing for it.” [Al-Bukhari]
It was narrated from Usamah Ibn Sharik, may Allah be pleased with him, that the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) said:
“Seek medical treatment, for Allah has not created any disease but He has also created a cure for it, except one disease: old age.” [Ahmad and four others; classed as Sahih by At-Tirmidhi]
It was narrated from Jabir, may Allah be pleased with him, that the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) said:
“For every disease there is a remedy, so if you find the right remedy for the disease, you will be healed by the leave of Allah.” [Muslim]
It was narrated that Abdullah, may Allah be pleased with him, said that the Messenger of Allah (Peace be upon him) said:
“Allah has not sent down any disease but He has also sent down its cure. Those who know it know it and those who do not know it do not know it.” [Ahmad]
People ask me frequently what they can do because they believe they have been inflicted by black magic (Sihr).
What can you do if you think you have been inflicted by black magic? Please do as follows:
1. Frequently Reciting Suratul Baqarah, or the whole Qur’an in the place.
2. Recite Suratul Baqarah or the whole Qur’an in the water and sprinkle it all over the place.
3. Add Zam-Zam water in the water.
Also Be Using:
1. Zam-Zam water
2. Habbatus Sauda
3. Zaitun Oil
4. Honey, For your general health and wellbeing.
How To Spoil The Sihr Or Magic
1. Water (If you can get hot water). You can add salt in the water if the patient is not hypertensive patient.
2. Habbatus Sauda Seeds. You grand it to powder.
3. Lotus Tree leaves (Sidr).
4. Recite Ayatul Kursiy in the water × 7.
5. Recite Suratul Fatiha in the water × 7.
6. Recite Ayaatur Ruqyah in the water.
7. Recite, وَقَدِمْنَآ إِلَىٰ مَا عَمِلُواْ مِنْ عَمَلٍۢ فَجَعَلْنَٰهُ هَبَآءً مَّنثُورًا. × 7.
8. The patient will drink the water. And bath with the remaining water.
How To Check And Diagnose The Person With Sihr Or Magic.
By Imam Murtadha Muhammad – 08038289761
Recite the following Qur’anic Surahs to the person:
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
الْقَارِعَةُ، مَا الْقَارِعَةُ، وَمَا أَدْرَاكَ مَا الْقَارِعَةُ، يَوْمَ يَكُونُ النَّاسُ كَالْفَرَاشِ الْمَبْثُوثِ، وَتَكُونُ الْجِبَالُ كَالْعِهْنِ الْمَنْفُوشِ، فَأَمَّا مَنْ ثَقُلَتْ مَوَازِينُهُ، فَهُوَ فِي عِيشَةٍ رَاضِيَةٍ، وَأَمَّا مَنْ خَفَّتْ مَوَازِينُهُ، فَأُمُّهُ هَاوِيَةٌ، وَمَا أَدْرَاكَ مَا هِيَهْ، نَارٌ حَامِيَةٌ.
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
وَيْلٌ لِّكُلِّ هُمَزَةٍ لُّمَزَةٍ، الَّذِي جَمَعَ مَالًا وَعَدَّدَهُ، يَحْسَبُ أَنَّ مَالَهُ أَخْلَدَهُ، كَلَّا ۖ لَيُنبَذَنَّ فِي الْحُطَمَةِ، وَمَا أَدْرَاكَ مَا الْحُطَمَةُ، نَارُ اللَّهِ الْمُوقَدَةُ، الَّتِي تَطَّلِعُ عَلَى الْأَفْئِدَةِ، إِنَّهَا عَلَيْهِم مُّؤْصَدَةٌ، فِي عَمَدٍ مُّمَدَّدَة.
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
أَلْهَاكُمُ التَّكَاثُرُ، حَتَّىٰ زُرْتُمُ الْمَقَابِرَ، كَلَّا سَوْفَ تَعْلَمُونَ، ثُمَّ كَلَّا سَوْفَ تَعْلَمُونَ، كَلَّا لَوْ تَعْلَمُونَ عِلْمَ الْيَقِينِ، لَتَرَوُنَّ الْجَحِيمَ، ثُمَّ لَتَرَوُنَّهَا عَيْنَ الْيَقِينِ، ثُمَّ لَتُسْأَلُنَّ يَوْمَئِذٍ عَنِ النَّعِيمِ.
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
وَٱلۡعَٰدِيَٰتِ ضَبۡحٗا، فَٱلۡمُورِيَٰتِ قَدۡحٗا، فَٱلۡمُغِيرَٰتِ صُبۡحٗا، فَأَثَرۡنَ بِهِۦ نَقۡعٗا، فَوَسَطۡنَ بِهِۦ جَمۡعًا، إِنَّ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنَ لِرَبِّهِ, لَكَنُودٞ, وَإِنَّهُۥ عَلَىٰ ذَٰلِكَ لَشَهِيدٞ, وَإِنَّهُۥ لِحُبِّ ٱلۡخَيۡرِ لَشَدِيدٌ, ۞ أَفَلَا يَعۡلَمُ إِذَا بُعۡثِرَ مَا فِي ٱلۡقُبُورِ, وَحُصِّلَ مَا فِي ٱلصُّدُورِ, إِنَّ رَبَّهُم بِهِمۡ يَوۡمَئِذٖ لَّخَبِيرُۢ.
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
إِذَا زُلۡزِلَتِ ٱلۡأَرۡضُ زِلۡزَالَهَا، وَأَخۡرَجَتِ ٱلۡأَرۡضُ أَثۡقَالَهَا، وَقَالَ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنُ مَا لَهَا، يَوۡمَئِذٖ تُحَدِّثُ أَخۡبَارَهَا، بِأَنَّ رَبَّكَ أَوۡحَىٰ لَهَا، يَوۡمَئِذٖ يَصۡدُرُ ٱلنَّاسُ أَشۡتَاتٗا لِّيُرَوۡاْ أَعۡمَٰلَهُمۡ، فَمَن يَعۡمَلۡ مِثۡقَالَ ذَرَّةٍ خَيۡرٗا يَرَهُۥ، وَمَن يَعۡمَلۡ مِثۡقَالَ ذَرَّةٖ شَرّٗا يَرَهُۥ.
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
لَمْ يَكُنِ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا مِنْ أَهْلِ الْكِتَابِ وَالْمُشْرِكِينَ مُنْفَكِّينَ حَتَّىٰ تَأْتِيَهُمُ الْبَيِّنَةُ، رَسُولٌ مِنَ اللَّهِ يَتْلُو صُحُفًا مُطَهَّرَةً، فِيهَا كُتُبٌ قَيِّمَةٌ، وَمَا تَفَرَّقَ الَّذِينَ أُوتُوا الْكِتَابَ إِلَّا مِنْ بَعْدِ مَا جَاءَتْهُمُ الْبَيِّنَةُ، وَمَا أُمِرُوا إِلَّا لِيَعْبُدُوا اللَّهَ مُخْلِصِينَ لَهُ الدِّينَ حُنَفَاءَ وَيُقِيمُوا الصَّلَاةَ وَيُؤْتُوا الزَّكَاةَ ۚ وَذَٰلِكَ دِينُ الْقَيِّمَةِ، إِنَّ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا مِنْ أَهْلِ الْكِتَابِ وَالْمُشْرِكِينَ فِي نَارِ جَهَنَّمَ خَالِدِينَ فِيهَا ۚ أُولَٰئِكَ هُمْ شَرُّ الْبَرِيَّةِ، إِنَّ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ أُولَٰئِكَ هُمْ خَيْرُ الْبَرِيَّةِ، جَزَاؤُهُمْ عِنْدَ رَبِّهِمْ جَنَّاتُ عَدْنٍ تَجْرِي مِنْ تَحْتِهَا الْأَنْهَارُ خَالِدِينَ فِيهَا أَبَدًا ۖ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُمْ وَرَضُوا عَنْهُ ۚ ذَٰلِكَ لِمَنْ خَشِيَ رَبَّهُ.
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
أَلَمْ تَرَ كَيْفَ فَعَلَ رَبُّكَ بِأَصْحابِ الْفِيلِ، أَلَمْ يَجْعَلْ كَيْدَهُمْ فِي تَضْلِيلٍ، وَأَرْسَلَ عَلَيْهِمْ طَيْراً أَبابِيلَ، تَرْمِيهِمْ بِحِجارَةٍ مِنْ سِجِّيلٍ، فَجَعَلَهُمْ كَعَصْفٍ مَأْكُولٍ.
فَدَمْدَمَ عَلَيْهِمْ رَبُّهُم بِذَنبِهِمْ فَسَوَّاهَا × 7
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“الحمد لله رب العالمين الرحمن الرحيم مالك يوم الدين إياك نعبد وإياك نستعين اهدنا الصراط المستقيم صراط الذين أنعمت عليهم غير المغضوب عليهم ولا الضالين.” × 7
“قل هو الله أحد الله الصمد لم يلد ولم يولد ولم يكن له كفوًا أحد.” × 3
“قل أعوذ برب الفلق من شر ما خلق ومن شر غاسق إذا وقب ومن شر النفاثات في العقد ومن شر حاسد إذا حسد.” ×3
“قل أعوذ برب الناس ملك الناس إله الناس من شر الوسواس الخناس الذي يوسوس في صدور الناس من الجنة والناس.” × 3
“اللَّهُ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ وَلاَ يَؤُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ.”
“آمَنَ الرَّسُولُ بِمَا أُنزِلَ إِلَيْهِ مِن رَّبِّهِ وَالْمُؤْمِنُونَ ۚ كُلٌّ آمَنَ بِاللَّهِ وَمَلَائِكَتِهِ وَكُتُبِهِ وَرُسُلِهِ لَا نُفَرِّقُ بَيْنَ أَحَدٍ مِّن رُّسُلِهِ ۚ وَقَالُوا سَمِعْنَا وَأَطَعْنَا ۖ غُفْرَانَكَ رَبَّنَا وَإِلَيْكَ الْمَصِيرُ.” لَا يُكَلِّفُ اللَّهُ نَفْسًا إِلَّا وُسْعَهَا ۚ لَهَا مَا كَسَبَتْ وَعَلَيْهَا مَا اكْتَسَبَتْ ۗ رَبَّنَا لَا تُؤَاخِذْنَا إِن نَّسِينَا أَوْ أَخْطَأْنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تَحْمِلْ عَلَيْنَا إِصْرًا كَمَا حَمَلْتَهُ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِ ۖ وَاعْفُ عَنَّا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا ۚ أَنتَ مَوْلَانَا فَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ.”
“واتبعوا ما تتلو الشياطين على ملك سليمان وما كفر سليمان ولكن الشياطين كفروا يعلمون الناس السحر وما أنزل على الملكين ببابل هاروت وماروت وما يعلمان من أحد حتى يقولا إنما نحن فتنة فلا تكفر فيتعلمون منهما ما يفرقون به بين المرء وزوجه وما هم بضارين به من أحد إلا بإذن الله ويتعلمون ما يضرهم ولا ينفعهم ولقد علموا لمن اشتراه ما له في الآخرة من خلاق ولبئس ما شروا به أنفسهم لو كانوا يعلمون.”
“فَلَمَّآ أَلۡقَوۡاْ قَالَ مُوسَىٰ مَا جِئۡتُم بِهِ ٱلسِّحۡرُۖ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ سَيُبۡطِلُهُۥٓ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ لَا يُصۡلِحُ عَمَلَ ٱلۡمُفۡسِدِينَ.”
“وَيُحِقُّ ٱللَّهُ ٱلۡحَقَّ بِكَلِمَٰتِهِۦ وَلَوۡ كَرِهَ ٱلۡمُجۡرِمُونَ.”
“لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَهُ لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ يحي و يميتوَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِير.”
“قل اللهم مالك الملك تؤتي الملك من تشاء وتنزع الملك ممن تشاء وتعز من تشاء وتذل من تشاء بيدك الخير إنك على كل شيء قدير تولج الليل في النهار وتولج النهار في الليل وتخرج الحي من الميت وتخرج الميت من الحي وترزق من تشاء بغير حساب.”
“وإن يمسسك الله بضر فلا كاشف له إلا هو وإن يردك بخير فلا راد لفضله يصيب به من يشاء من عباده وهو الغفور الرحيم.”
“وقل رب أدخلني مدخل صدق وأخرجني مخرج صدق واجعل لي من لدنك سلطانًا نصيرًا وقل جاء الحق وزهق الباطل إن الباطل كان زهوقًا.”
“وننزل من القرآن ما هو شفاء ورحمة للمؤمنين ولا يزيد الظالمين إلا خسارا.”
“اللهم فاطر السماوات والأرض، عالم الغيب والشهادة، لا إله إلا أنت، رب كل شيء ومليكه، أعوذ بك من شر نفسي، ومن شر الشيطان وشركه، وأن أقترف على نفسي سوءًا، أو أجرّه إلى مسلم.”
“أذهب الباس رب الناس، اشفِ وأنت الشافي، لا شفاء إلا شفاؤك، شفاء لا يغادر سقمًا.” [رواه البخاري]
“أعوذ بكلمات الله التامة، من كل شيطان وهامة، ومن كل عين لامة.” [رواه البخاري]
“أعوذ بكلمات الله التامات من شر ما خلق.” [صححه الألباني]
“بسم الله الذي لا يضرّ مع اسمه شيء في الأرض ولا في السماء وهو السميع العليم.” [صححه الألباني]
“باسم الله أرقيك، من كل شيء يؤذيك، من شر كل نفس، أو عين حاسد، الله يشفيك باسم الله أرقيك.” [رواه مسلم]
“باسم الله يبريك، ومن كل داء يشفيك، ومن شر حاسد إذا حسد، وشر كل ذي عين.” [رواه مسلم]
“بسم الله أعوذ بعزة الله، وقدرته من شر ما أجد، وأحاذر.” [صححه الألباني]
“أعوذ بكلمات الله التامات التي لا يجاوزهن بر ولا فاجر، من شر ما خلق وذرأ وبرأ، ومن شر ما ينزل من السماء، ومن شر ما يعرج فيها، ومن شر ما ذرأ في الأرض، ومن شر ما يخرج منها، ومن شر فتن الليل والنهار، ومن شر كل طارق إلا طارقًا يطرق بخير يا رحمن.” [صححه الألباني]
“اللهم إني أعوذ بك من الشيطان الرجيم وهمزه ونفخه ونفثه.” [ صححه الألباني]
“باسم الله، تربة أرضنا، بريقة بعضنا، يشفى سقيمنا، بإذن ربنا.” [رواه البخاري]
“اللهم فاطر السماوات والأرض، عالم الغيب والشهادة، لا إله إلا أنت، رب كل شيء ومليكه، أعوذ بك من شر نفسي، ومن شر الشيطان وشركه، وأن أقترف على نفسي سوءًا، أو أجره إلى مسلم”.[صححه الألباني]
“اللهم عافني في بدني، اللهم عافني في سمعي، اللهم عافني في بصري، لا إله إلا أنت”. [صححه الألباني]
“باسم الله أرقيك من كل شيء يؤذيك، من شر كل نفس، أو عين حاسد، الله يشفيك باسم الله أرقيك.”
“اللهم اشفه، اللهم عافه، اللهم يسر له العافية.”
“اللهم أذهب البأس رب الناس، واشف أنت الشافي، لا شفاء إلا شفاؤك، شفاءً لا يغادر سقمًا، باسم الله أرقيك من كل شيء يؤذيك، من شر كل نفس أو عين حاسد الله يشفيك، باسم الله أرقيك.”
Powerful Dua’s (Supplications) for Protection Against Any Harm And Evil
Do you ever remember a time when you felt helpless and scared for the health of yourself or your family? Have you ever felt hopeless and at a loss when it came to protecting yourself from enemies and disease?
We have all been in situations where we have wanted to call upon Allah to protect us and our loved ones. As Muslims, we believe that no harm can come to us unless Allah wills it, and with that belief, we raise our hands in supplication (Du’a) every time hardship falls upon us.
The following excerpt from a Hadith beautifully lays out how higher powers are only with Allah. If we have faith in Him, then we should also have faith no harm will come to us. The Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) said:
“… And if they were to gather together to harm you with anything, they would not harm you except with what Allah had already prescribed against you…” [Hadith]
It is very important to remember that saying a Du’a in itself is showing our love to Allah and brings us closer to His mercy.
Below are some Du’a’s we can recite whenever we feel the need to call upon Allah to protect us against enemies and diseases:
“اَللّٰهُمَّ إنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِيْ نُحُوْرِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ.”
We often are faced with some people in our lives who wish to bring us down or wish to bring harm upon our family members or us. Often this is something that causes us much anxiety and tension.
This Du’a for protection from enemies is perfect for removing yourself from that state of anxiety. It was recited by the Prophet (Peace be upon him) when he feared a group of people and can be used to protect yourself by reciting it three times a day as a general habit.
“لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ سُبْحَانَكَ إِنِّي كُنْتُ مِنَ الظَّالِمِينَ.”
When we find ourselves in a state of despair, we can take solace from Allah and recite this Du’a. This Du’a was recited by Prophet Yunus (AS) when he was in the belly of the whale and was repenting for not following Allah’s orders.
We often find ourselves in situations where we face adversity from our enemies. Take inspiration from Prophet Yunus (AS) when he was submerged under three layers of darkness and had no one to turn to except for Allah. It is only Allah who decides our fate and can save us from our enemies.
“بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ.”
This Du’a is for those situations when you have a general fear but are unsure what its source is. This could include protection from disease and enemies. We often hear that people get a sixth sense of coming danger but cannot specify what it is that they fear.
This Du’a will help to relieve their anxiety and the general feeling of foreboding calamity. Recite this three times every morning and evening to seek protection from Allah.
“اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ البَرَصِ وَالْجُنُونِ وَالْجُذَامِ وَمِنْ سَيِّئِ الْأَسْقَامِ.”
Recite this Du’a when you or your loved one is exposed to disease or unwell. It is a powerful Du’a that indicates that during the Prophet’s (Peace be upon him) time those afflicted with Leprosy and disease would recite this Du’a to harness the healing powers of the Almighty Allah. This Du’a is used as a protection tool against mental health disorders and other malignant diseases as well.
“اللَّهُمَّ ربَّ النَّاسِ، أَذْهِب الْبَأسَ، واشْفِ، أَنْتَ الشَّافي لا شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفاءً لا يُغَادِرُ سقَماً.”
It is reported that this Du’a was recited by the Prophet (Peace be upon him) whenever he would visit a sick relative. He would take his right hand and brush it over the ill person while reciting this Du’a.
This is a masnun Du’a for protection from diseases. It is best for those who are sick and want to take advantage of Allah’s healing powers. The power of recitation during disease is great and important for the family of the afflicted to recite as well as the ill person themselves.
This is an all-encompassing short Du’a that can be easily passed around to family members when holding prayer sessions for ill loved ones.
“بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ لاَ حَوْلَ وَلاَ قُوَّةَ إِلاَّ بِاللَّهِ.”
Often when we leave the house, we like to recite something that will protect us from any dangers that may lie outside the vicinity of our comfort zone.
This Du’a is very useful to recite when we want to turn to Allah to protect us against unknown enemies and dangers outside our home. This Du’a has been referenced in three different Hadith books and is commonly recited by Muslims.
“اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْبُخْلِ وَالْجُبْنِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ، وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ.”
It is important to include this Du’a in our list as it covers a different form of the enemy that we should always be asking Allah to protect us from. This enemy we may encounter in ourselves and our state of mind.
This Du’a will help us become strong to overcome financial problems and other issues which could be a result of our own mental weaknesses. We need to take control of our own mental being in order to overcome this enemy.
No list of Du’a’s for protection from enemies and evil eye can be complete without mentioning Surah Ikhlas, Surah Nas, and Surah Falaq.
The three Surahs should be read three times, in the morning, before we go to sleep and after prayer. The power of these three Surahs cannot be underestimated. Their protective power has been mentioned by the Prophet (Peace be upon him) in the following Hadith:
“…a man heard another man reciting Qul Huwallahu Ahad and repeating it. The next morning, he came to the Messenger of Allah (Peace be upon him) and told him about that. The man thought that it was too little, but the Messenger of Allah (Peace be upon him) said: “By the One in Whose hand is my soul, it is equivalent to one-third of the Qur’an.” [Al-Bukhari]
While the entire Qur’an is a source of healing, but there are six Qur’anic verses that address healing and are referred to as ‘Ayat Ash-Shifa’ or ‘the Quranic Verses of Healing.’ They are as follows:
“And [Allah] shall heal the breast of the believers.” [Qur’an, 9:14]
“وَيَشْفِ صُدُورَ قَوْمٍ مُؤْمِنِينَ.”
“Mankind there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy.” [Qur’an, 10:57]
“يَا أَيُّهَا النَّاسُ قَدْ جَاءَتْكُمْ مَوْعِظَةٌ مِنْ رَبِّكُمْ وَشِفَاءٌ لِمَا فِي الصُّدُورِ وَهُدًى وَرَحْمَةٌ لِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ.”
“There issues from within the bodies of the bee a drink of varying colors wherein is healing for mankind.” [Qur’an, 16:69]
“يَخْرُجُ مِنْ بُطُونِهَا شَرَابٌ مُخْتَلِفٌ أَلْوَانُهُ فِيهِ شِفَاءٌ لِلنَّاسِ ۗ إِنَّ فِي ذَٰلِكَ لَآيَةً لِقَوْمٍ يَتَفَكَّرُونَ.”
“And We sent down in the Qur’an such things that have healing and mercy for the believers.” [Qur’an, 17:82]
‘وَنُنَزِّلُ مِنَ الْقُرْآنِ مَا هُوَ شِفَاءٌ وَرَحْمَةٌ لِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ ۙ وَلَا يَزِيدُ الظَّالِمِينَ إِلَّا خَسَارًا.”
And when I am ill, it is [Allah] who cures me.” [Qur’an, 26:80]
(From the supplication of Prophet Ibrahim).
“وَإِذَا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفِينِ.”
“And declare (O Muhammad) that [the Qur’an] is a guidance and healing for the believers.” [Qur’an, 41:44]
“قُلْ هُوَ لِلَّذِينَ آمَنُوا هُدًى وَشِفَاءٌ.”
Wassalamu alaikum wa rahmatullah wa bara ka tuh
All perfect praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. May the peace, blessings and salutations of Allah be upon our noble Messenger, Muhammad (Peace be upon him), and upon his family, his Companions and his true followers.
Imam Murtadha Muhammad Gusau, from Okene, Kogi State, Nigeria. He can be reached via: 08038289761.
Opinion
Governor Umar Namadi @ 63: A Life of Purpose, A Legacy of Inclusive Leadership
Yunusa Hamza (Tafidan Farin Dutse)
At sixty-three, Governor Umar Namadi stands not merely as a public office holder, but as a compelling symbol of purposeful leadership, moral clarity, and people-centred governance. His life journey, rooted in discipline, shaped by service, and guided by integrity, offers both inspiration and instruction in an era where leadership is often tested by complexity and competing expectations, especially in a diverse state like Jigawa.
Governor Umar Namadi’s formative years were defined by resilience, humility, modesty, and a deep appreciation for community values. His professional ascent, particularly in the financial and administrative sectors, was marked by diligence and an unwavering commitment to transparency. As a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA), he cultivated a reputation for prudence and accountability—traits that later became the cornerstone of his public service ethos.
Governor Umar Namadi’s transition into politics was not driven by ambition alone, but by a sense of duty to contribute meaningfully to societal progress. Rising through the ranks, he served with distinction in both the private and public sectors. Notably, as Commissioner of Finance and later as Deputy Governor, he demonstrated loyalty, competence, and a collaborative spirit. These qualities prepared him for the greater responsibility he now bears as the Executive Governor of Jigawa State.
Governor Namadi’s leadership exemplifies inclusivity in both vision and execution. He governs with deliberate openness, ensuring that policies reflect the needs and aspirations of diverse communities—urban and rural, young and old, privileged and underserved. His administration has consistently emphasised participatory governance, recognising that sustainable development is anchored in collective ownership.
Equally defining is his honesty—an attribute that has earned him public trust and institutional credibility. In a political climate often clouded by scepticism, Governor Umar Namadi’s integrity stands out as a refreshing constant. He leads not with rhetoric, but with results; not with grandstanding, but with grounded action. His financial discipline and transparent governance have fostered confidence among citizens and stakeholders alike.
Above all, Governor Umar Namadi embodies a clear sense of purpose. His developmental agenda is not episodic but strategic, focused on long-term impact rather than short-term applause. From strengthening education and healthcare systems to advancing agricultural productivity and infrastructural growth, his policies reflect a coherent vision for a prosperous and self-reliant Jigawa State.
At 63, the life of Governor Umar Namadi is a testament to the power of consistency, character, and conviction. He reminds us that leadership is not merely about occupying office, but about uplifting lives, building institutions, and leaving behind a legacy of hope. Indeed, it is worth noting that “sixty-three teaches that strength is not loud—it is steady.”
In celebrating Governor Umar Namadi at this time, we celebrate more than a birthday; we celebrate a life devoted to service—a leader defined by inclusivity, honesty, and unwavering commitment to purpose.
Finally, as he marks his 63rd birthday, it is not merely a milestone of age, but a celebration of significance—a testament to a life that has gathered meaning, shaped others, and will, Insha Allah, continue to inspire. As the saying goes, “Sixty-three is not the sunset of life; rather, it is the golden hour where everything glows with purpose.”
This piece was written by Yunusa Hamza (Tafidan Farin Dutse) of Gwaram Local Government Area, Jigawa State. He can be reached via [yunusafarindutse@gmail.com](mailto:yunusafarindutse@gmail.com) or +234 803 444 5493.
Opinion
Bauchi: A paradise for immunity seekers? How allegedly corrupt politicians are eyeing government house
Haroon Mustapha
For the attention of His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
If two-term presidential politics is a game of two halves, then the first term is when a president sets direction, lays foundations, and begins to redirect the country toward a brighter future. The second term is when those gains are consolidated, the larger vision is executed, and a lasting legacy is secured. The ‘BAT’ years are positioned to become a defining period that repositions Nigeria regionally and internationally—no longer the tired story of a nation defined only by potential, but a 21st-century success story that converts potential into tangible national benefits.
That is precisely why Bauchi, like every other state in the federation, must not be allowed to become a paradise for immunity seekers. Past executive failures must not be recycled. Allegations of criminality must not be politically laundered. Questions over allegedly siphoned NNPC funds, claims of procurement abuse, and allegations touching on banditry or terrorism financing must not be brushed aside while Bauchi misses a genuine opportunity to reposition itself as a hub for tourism, agricultural investment, and strategic solid mineral development under your leadership.
Few tactics in politics are as cynical as the rush for constitutional immunity. Under Section 308 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), governors are protected from civil and criminal proceedings while in office. For some Bauchi politicians, the timing of their ambitions raises serious concerns. With lingering allegations from their time in public service, the governorship can appear less like a platform for service and more like a constitutional shield.
Reports in the public domain suggest that individuals investigated or charged by the EFCC or ICPC are repositioning themselves as leaders seeking the people’s mandate—not necessarily to serve, but, critics argue, to evade accountability. Regardless of how such actors reframe their narratives, the public record cannot simply be ignored. This trend risks turning Bauchi into a haven for immunity seekers, weakening public trust, undermining governance, and damaging the reform legacy your administration seeks to build.
A prominent example is the current governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed. Before his election in 2019, the former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory faced EFCC scrutiny. The anti-graft agency stated that he “was standing trial for money laundering at the time he won the election as governor of Bauchi State. Only the constitutional immunity from prosecution has put that case in abeyance.”
More recently, his administration has faced fresh scrutiny involving aides charged with money laundering and terrorism financing, with his name reportedly appearing in court filings. Governor Mohammed has dismissed these developments as political persecution. Critics, however, argue that his 2019 governorship bid may have been partly influenced by the protections of constitutional immunity. Whether one accepts the EFCC’s position or the governor’s defence, the optics remain troubling.
Reports also indicate that sections of Bauchi’s political elite are positioning Dr Bala Maijama’a Wunti as Governor Mohammed’s preferred successor ahead of the 2027 elections. This raises an important question: is this confidence, or a reflection of a political class that believes public memory is short?
Dr Wunti, a career public servant, served in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), rising through several senior roles, including Group General Manager of the National Petroleum Investment Management Services (NAPIMS). However, public records also contain allegations relating to his tenure, including claims of contract inflation and procurement irregularities.
While these allegations have not resulted in any conviction and have been dismissed by his supporters as baseless, their persistence in public discourse raises concerns. As he emerges as a potential governorship candidate, critics see a familiar pattern: individuals under scrutiny seeking offices that confer constitutional immunity.
Mr President, your administration has projected itself as reform-driven and committed to difficult but necessary decisions. The removal of fuel subsidy, exchange rate reforms, and fiscal restructuring are widely cited as evidence of that commitment. This is why the company your administration keeps is equally important.
The people of Bauchi are weary of unrealised potential—youth unemployment, weak healthcare systems, and underdeveloped economic sectors. The state holds vast opportunities in agriculture, tourism, and mineral resources, but these cannot be realised if leadership is driven by self-preservation rather than public service.
Your reform agenda is built on credibility. Associating with individuals facing serious allegations risks undermining that credibility. Public perception matters, both locally and globally. If Bauchi’s political succession becomes associated with unresolved allegations and political manoeuvring, it could reinforce concerns about accountability within the system.
Your legacy will not be judged solely by economic indicators but also by the standards you uphold and the precedents you set. Any perception that political offices are being used as shields against accountability risks weakening the broader narrative of reform and national renewal.
Bauchi’s political elite must decide whether protecting individuals facing serious allegations serves the people or perpetuates a cycle of impunity.
Mr President, you have demonstrated economic courage. You now face a test of political consistency. A lasting legacy requires reform without selective tolerance for corruption. Allowing Bauchi to become a refuge for immunity seekers would not only undermine the state’s future but also cast a shadow on the broader reform agenda.
The 2027 elections will test whether substance prevails over political expediency. Nigerians deserve leadership rooted in accountability, integrity, and genuine service.
We remain guided by your leadership, Mr President.
Mustapha writes from Bakin Kura Street, Bauchi.
Opinion
Muhammad Abubakar Rimi: Sixteen Years After
Isyaku Ibrahim
A proverb says that nobody lives forever, and this is true, as everyone has an appointed time. This was the reality on April 4, 2010, when the unarguable leader of progressive and radical politics, the outspoken Alhaji Mohammed Abubakar Rimi, answered the divine call while returning home after attending the coronation of the Emir of Dass in Bauchi State.
Many shed tears as an icon passed on, creating a huge vacuum in the political history of the country. Alhaji Mohammed Abubakar Rimi was a man whose name transcended national boundaries due to his numerous admirable qualities.
Among the attributes that made the late consummate politician stand out were his eloquence, truthfulness, receptiveness, incorruptibility, courage, fearlessness, humour, people-centred approach, and, above all, his sense of justice and kindness. These were only a few of the countless traits that endeared him to people far beyond Kano and Nigeria.
If one recalls, the late political maestro, who could have contested for the Senate before Engineer Salihi Iliyasu was disqualified, was once invited to address a colloquium organised by the campaign team of former U.S. President George W. Bush—an honour accorded to only a few Africans.
Alhaji Mohammed Abubakar Rimi was, in many ways, a thorn in the flesh of Nigeria’s political establishment due to his steadfastness, sincerity, and firm opposition to draconian policies by both military and civilian administrations that inflicted hardship on ordinary citizens.
This was evident during his leadership of the old Kano State, where he made significant strides in infrastructural development and people-oriented policies within less than four years in office. His tenure stood out, even as he later left the party that brought him to power to pursue a second term under another platform.
It is on record that many of his successors could not match his achievements. Regrettably, several of his projects remain incomplete, while others have been abandoned.
Rimi was widely regarded as one of the most performing governors in the history of the old Kano State, alongside the late Police Commissioner, Alhaji Audu Bako.
Notably, he assembled a government dominated by young, educated individuals, including members of rival political parties. His cabinet featured figures such as Alhaji Abdulhamid Hassan (NPN) in Education, Shehu Shanono (UPN) in Local Government, and Ahmed Hassan Sani (GNPP), now the Emir of Gumel in Jigawa State, who handled Internal Affairs, Information, Youths, Sports, and Culture. Most of them were under the age of 40—an unprecedented move in Kano’s political history.
As admirers of the firebrand politician mark 16 years since the passing of the man fondly called *Limamin Canji* and *Rimi Adon Gari*, it is not an exaggeration to say that the vacuum he left behind remains difficult to fill, particularly in terms of ideology and leadership style.
We pray that Almighty God, in His infinite mercy, forgives his shortcomings and grants him eternal rest in paradise.
Isyaku Ibrahim is Director of Public Enlightenment in the Kano State Civil Service.
