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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
State Police in Nigeria: Understanding the true position of the proposed constitutional framework
DIG Mohammed Usaini Gumel (Rtd.)
The renewed national debate on state policing has sparked intense discussions. Supporters see it as a solution to Nigeria’s worsening security challenges. Critics, however, fear political abuse and threats to national unity. Given these differing views, it is important to understand the true constitutional position of the current proposals before the National Assembly.
An examination of the *Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026 (SB. 1055)*, along with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) analysis of the earlier House Bill (HB. 617), shows that the proposed framework is neither a full transfer of policing powers to the states nor a continuation of the current centralized system. Instead, it introduces a cooperative federal policing model.
This model balances state autonomy with national standards and constitutional safeguards.
The first key point is that the Federal Police will not be abolished. The proposal creates a Federal Police Service while allowing State Police Services to operate alongside it. The Federal Police will continue to handle federal responsibilities, including counter-terrorism, cybercrime investigations, border security, organized crime, inter-state offences, and the protection of federal institutions and assets.
It is also important to note that state policing is not compulsory. States that lack the financial or institutional capacity to establish their own police services can continue to rely entirely on the Federal Police Service. In simple terms, the amendment gives states a choice, not an obligation, to establish their own police organizations.
The proposed framework sets strict conditions before a State Police Service can begin operations. A state must pass its own enabling law, establish the required institutions, and obtain certification confirming that it meets nationally defined minimum standards.
These standards will cover recruitment, training, vetting, discipline, firearms management, the use of force, accountability systems, and criminal information management.
One of the most debated issues is the possibility of federal interference in state policing. The Senate Bill addresses this concern by limiting federal intervention to exceptional situations. Such intervention may occur where there is an actual or imminent breakdown of public order. It may also occur if a governor requests assistance, if a State Police Service becomes unable to function, if there is evidence of widespread violations of fundamental rights, or if threats extend beyond state borders and affect national security.
Any federal intervention must be temporary, necessary, and proportionate. It must also be subject to judicial review. The President must authorize it in writing, and notice must be given to the Governor, the State House of Assembly, the National Police Council, and the National Assembly. In addition, such intervention cannot dissolve a State Police Service or suspend democratic institutions, except as permitted under existing constitutional provisions.
The framers of the Bill have also addressed concerns about possible misuse of State Police Services by governors. The proposed safeguards expressly prohibit governors from directing State Commissioners of Police to target political opponents, political parties, associations, or groups outside the provisions of the law.
Commissioners who believe a directive is unlawful or inconsistent with national standards may seek a review through the appropriate Police Service Commission or the courts.
To strengthen institutional independence, the proposed amendments provide security of tenure for both the Inspector-General of Police and State Commissioners of Police. Their removal would require valid reasons, a fair hearing, recommendations from the National Police Council, and approval by a two-thirds majority of the relevant legislature.
These measures reflect widely accepted international standards for democratic policing.
Another important feature of the framework is the clear limitation on federal control over State Police Services. While the National Assembly will establish national minimum standards, it will not exercise routine control over appointments, promotions, transfers, suspensions, dismissals, or operational decisions within State Police Services. The only exception is during constitutionally approved interventions.
This approach preserves state autonomy while ensuring consistent professional and ethical standards nationwide.
The PLAC analysis correctly notes that the proposed model does not create a fully independent state policing system. Instead, it incorporates elements of federal oversight to address concerns relating to funding, accountability, human rights protection, and potential political misuse. The objective is to decentralize policing without weakening national unity or undermining the constitutional order.
Viewed objectively, the proposed amendment seeks to balance local responsiveness with national integrity. It aims to bring policing closer to communities while maintaining safeguards against abuse. It also protects the shared security interests of the Federation.
In essence, Nigeria is not moving toward two competing police systems. Rather, it is moving toward a cooperative federal policing arrangement. This model recognizes the need for local control of security issues while preserving constitutional mechanisms that safeguard democracy, human rights, and national unity.
The success of this initiative will depend not only on constitutional provisions but also on the strength of institutions, adherence to professionalism, and the political will to uphold the rule of law. Like any major reform in a democratic society, state policing should be judged not only by fears but also by the safeguards it contains and the practical benefits it can bring to the security and welfare of Nigerians.
DIG Mohammed Usaini Gumel (Rtd.).
By Jamilu Uba Adamu
Since 1987, June 26 has been designated by the United Nations as the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking—a day set aside to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and its devastating effects on individuals and society. This year’s theme, “The World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses,” reminds us that while the fight against drugs continues, our strategies must evolve.
Simply put, the drug problem is still with us. New drugs continue to emerge, and we must respond with innovative solutions, including the use of sports to keep our youths engaged and productive.
Nigeria’s greatest resource is not oil; it is its youth. The energy, creativity, and determination of young people will determine whether we build a stronger nation or lose a generation. One of the most effective tools for channeling that energy positively is sports—but only when it is built on discipline.
Sports is more than playing football on weekends or sprinting on the track. It teaches valuable life lessons. When a young person wakes up at 5:00 a.m. for training, they learn punctuality. When a team loses and returns to train harder, they learn resilience. When eleven players on a pitch follow the instructions of one coach, they learn respect for authority, teamwork, and discipline.
Here in Kano, the effects of drug abuse are both painful and visible. Drug abuse is fueling fadan daba, phone snatching, and other violent crimes across our streets and communities. The truth is simple: idle hands are the devil’s workshop, while busy feet on the pitch have little time for crime or drugs.
Talent without discipline is wasted talent. Many of our youths possess enormous potential, but without discipline, that potential often turns into frustration. Discipline means:
- Self-control — saying “no” to peer pressure, drugs, and violence.
- Consistency — training even when no one is watching.
- Respect — for rules, opponents, coaches, and oneself.
A boxer who cannot control his temper outside the ring will never become a champion inside it. A footballer who skips training will never wear the national jersey. Discipline is the bridge between potential and achievement.
In our communities, we see too many young lives derailed by drugs. The equation is clear: idleness + bad company + lack of purpose = drug abuse. Sports helps break that cycle.
Let us encourage our youths to choose the pitch over the street corner and the “jungle.” Let them choose training over idleness. Let discipline be their guide in life, just as it is in sports.
To parents, schools, and government: invest in sports facilities and mentorship programmes across our 44 Local Government Areas. Every playing field we build in Kano is a prison we may never need. Every disciplined athlete we nurture is a future leader we secure.
If we get this right, Kano, with its vibrant and youthful population, will not only win trophies at national sporting events but will also reclaim its promising young people from the grip of drug abuse and crime.
Mr. Jamilu Uba Adamu is the Officer-in-Charge of Sports, NDLEA Kano Strategic Command.
He can be reached via jameelubaadamu@yahoo.com.
Urges electorate to remain peaceful, prayerful, and law-abiding
By Lamara Garba
The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has declared that his political future, including the question of re-election in 2027, rests entirely in the hands of Almighty Allah, stressing that political power is neither a matter of life and death nor something that any individual can permanently give or take away.
Governor Yusuf made the remarks while addressing Kano pilgrims and Hajj officials in Makkah during a Sallah visit on Wednesday.
Speaking before hundreds of pilgrims, the Governor quoted verses from the Holy Qur’an, reminding the faithful that ultimate authority belongs to Allah alone, who grants power to whom He wills and withdraws it whenever He pleases.
According to him, while politicians and their supporters often become consumed by political calculations and permutations, true believers understand that leadership is a divine trust bestowed by Allah at His appointed time.
“Power belongs to Allah alone. He gives leadership to whom He wills and takes it away from whom He wills. No human being can stop what Allah has destined, and no one can impose what Allah has not ordained,” Governor Yusuf said.
The Governor noted that he remains completely submissive to the will of Allah regarding future political developments, including his possible re-election, insisting that his focus remains on serving the people of Kano State diligently rather than becoming distracted by political anxiety.
He stressed that elective office should never be viewed as a do-or-die affair, adding that public service is meaningful only when carried out with sincerity, the fear of God, and a commitment to the welfare of the people.
“Leadership is not a matter of life and death. What matters most is serving humanity, discharging one’s responsibilities faithfully, and leaving the rest to Allah. Whatever Allah decrees will surely come to pass,” he stated.
Governor Yusuf, however, urged Kano citizens to remain politically conscious and actively participate in the democratic process by ensuring that they possess valid voter cards ahead of future elections.
He called on those whose voter cards require renewal to do so promptly and encouraged eligible citizens who have not yet registered to take advantage of the registration exercise before it closes.
The Governor said voter registration remains a civic responsibility that enables citizens to exercise their constitutional right to choose leaders and contribute to the growth and development of society.
He also appealed to the pilgrims to continue praying for peace, unity, stability, and prosperity in Kano State and Nigeria as a whole.
Observers believe Governor Yusuf’s remarks reflect growing confidence within his administration following what many regard as remarkable achievements recorded over the past three years in education, healthcare, infrastructure development, agriculture, human capital development, and women and youth empowerment.
The Governor maintained that while political debates and speculations may continue, the final decision on who occupies positions of authority rests with Almighty Allah, whose decree cannot be altered by any human effort.
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