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  • Central Cee Reveals Conversion to Islam and New Name

    Central Cee Reveals Conversion to Islam and New Name

    In a post shared by @CentralCee, the British rap phenomenon has officially announced his conversion to Islam. The “Doja” hitmaker shared that he recently took his Shahada (the Islamic profession of faith), marking a significant spiritual turning point in his life. He also hinted at a new Muslim name, though he continues to use his professional moniker for his music career.

    The rapper, who has strong ties to the UK rap scene and a massive global following, explained that his journey toward Islam has been a gradual process of self-reflection and seeking peace. The announcement was met with an outpouring of support from the Muslim community and fellow artists, many of whom welcomed him to the faith.

    Central Cee’s conversion comes at the height of his fame, as he continues to dominate charts across Europe and North America. He noted that his new faith has already begun to influence his perspective on success and his responsibilities as a public figure.

    Fans are curious to see if this spiritual shift will be reflected in his future lyrical content, which has traditionally focused on the gritty realities of London street life and his rapid rise to stardom.

    * Legit NG covered the announcement: “The British rapper shared the news with his millions of followers, sparking a conversation about faith in the hip-hop community.”

    * Daily Post Nigeria reported: “Central Cee has opened up about his spiritual journey, confirming he has taken his Shahada and embraced Islam.”

    Echotitbits take: Central Cee is one of the most influential voices in global youth culture right now. His conversion follows a trend of high-profile UK artists seeking spiritual grounding amidst the chaos of the industry. This move will likely deepen his connection with his substantial Muslim fanbase in the UK, France, and West Africa, and could signal a shift toward more “conscious” themes in his upcoming projects.

    Source: DailyPost — https://dailypost.ng/2026/02/06/british-rapper-central-cee-converts-to-islam/ February 6, 2026

    Photo Credit: DailyPost

  • Kizz Daniel Conversion Rumour Trends Again — What’s Actually Confirmed So Far

    Kizz Daniel Conversion Rumour Trends Again — What’s Actually Confirmed So Far

    2025-12-30 14:00:00
    According to Legit.ng, online speculation about Kizz Daniel’s faith resurfaced after fans interpreted his reaction to a trending clip as a sign he may be aligning with Islam.

    What’s important, though, is separating the viral claim from what has been publicly stated. As of now, there is no clear new public announcement from Kizz Daniel confirming a fresh conversion “from Christianity to Islam” or the adoption of a new Muslim name specifically tied to a recent change. Much of the current chatter appears to be driven by social-media interpretation and older references being recirculated.

    The Nation Newspaper previously quoted the singer saying, “Yes I am a Muslim. Born into a Muslim home and was raised as one.”
    NollywoodGists also reported an earlier disclosure, stating he “disclosed that he is a practicing Muslim and his Islamic name is Dhikrullahi.”

    Echotitbits take:
    This looks like a “revived narrative” more than a confirmed breaking development. The strongest verifiable thread is that Kizz Daniel has been linked to an Islamic identity/name in past reporting; the weaker, unconfirmed part is the claim of a brand-new conversion moment and a newly adopted name. What to watch next is a direct clarification from the artist or his management, or a fresh mainstream interview that settles the timeline.

    Source: Legit.ng — December 30, 2025 — https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1690373-kizz-daniels-post-fuels-conversion-islam-speculation/
    Legit.ng
    2025-12-30
    Photo Credit: Punch Newspapers (photo as used online) / Credit: Kizz Daniel

  • Revealed: Why Ajimobi’s now controversial burial was delayed – cleric accuses ‘constituted authority’

    Revealed: Why Ajimobi’s now controversial burial was delayed – cleric accuses ‘constituted authority’

    There is an indication that the location of burial of late former Governor of Oyo state, Senator Abiola Ajimobi has become controversial.

    In a statement issued on Saturday in Ibadan by the Chairman, Muslim Community of Oyo state, Alh Ishaq Kunle Sanni, some group of the Muslim community in the state believes it is ‘unislamic’ to bury the former Governor in a Mosque even if he built it.

    The contending issue of where to bury the Ajimobi, which is brewing between the Muslim community and the family, is confirmed to be the reason his burial has been delayed since Friday when he ought to have been laid to rest according to Islamic injunction.

    According to Alh Sanni, who was a close associate of Ajimobi, there is an unnamed ‘constituted authority’ who against religious counsel is insisting that the onetime Senator of the Federal Republic will be buried in the Mosque that was named Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque located at Oke Ado, Ibadan, Oyo State.

    “When  somebody  who probably  is the sole authority  said he would not be buried immediately  I equally  went proverbial and men of wisdom  could  understand  what was amiss and why Ajimobi’s  wish for immediate burial was unfulfillable.”

    The cleric narrated further that: “Professor Noibi and Alhaj Muideen Ajani Bello had sleepless nights on these issues. When the news gained currency that he would be buried in the Mosque  my phone was inundated with phone calls from all over the world as if I can unilaterally change  what the constituted authority this time may decide.

    READ ALSO: Updated: Late Senator Ajimobi’s final journey home now Sunday, supporters to watch online

    “We only can admonish and persuade. I Alh Ishaq Kunle Sanni  believes it is Islamically wrong to bury a Muslim inside a Mosque even if it was built by  him. Ditto for other erudite  scholars  like Professor Noibi. But there are some butter and bread scholars who are misleading people that at least The Prophet {SAW) was buried in the Mosque” he said.

    On the argument that The Prophet {SAW) was buried in the Mosque, Alh Sanni noted that he spoke to a respected Islamic scholar who confirmed that burying ex-Governor Ajimobi’s remains in the Mosque is not ideal.

    “That is Imam Abdurahman Ahmad Chief Missoner of Ansarudeen and he without mincing  words said the Prophet being buried in the Mosque is not true.

    “The Prophet was buried in Aisha’s apartment and the expansion  of the Mosque met their graves there. He unabashedly said it is unislamic to bury anybody in the Mosque.”

    In his account, Alh Sanni stated that he or anyone else cannot unilaterally change the mind of the ‘constituted authority’ on the matter.

    He disclosed that he is working on another arrangement as a compromise for both parties in order to douse the tension.

    “We can only persuade. We are trying on a land owned by the erstwhile Governor not far from the Mosque but not in the Mosque. If we succeed, that to me is a wonderful compromise. Allah may change the mind of the constituted authority in this matter.

    The Muslim cleric, who noted that he was close to the late Ajimobi’s commitment to justice for Muslims in Oyo State, said he is optimistic that the contending issue will be resolved hours before the scheduled time of burial on Sunday.

    “May Allah  forgive  Ajimobi the man Allah sent to right the wrongs done to Muslims for many years. A courageous and forthright human being who prayed to live for seventy years and Allah accepted his prayer. But we would have wished he lived longer. Who are we to query Allah’s decision?” he added.

  • Amosun mourns the passing of Chief Imam, Egbaland at 98

    Amosun mourns the passing of Chief Imam, Egbaland at 98

    The immediate past Governor of Ogun State, who now represents Ogun Central Senatorial District at the red chamber, Senator Ibikunle Amosun has commiserated with the family of late Alhaji Liadi Orunsolu who was until his death in the early hours of Tuesday, the President-General, League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State.

    Senator Amosun in company of a former Minister for Mines and Steel Development, Sarafa Tunji Ishola and a former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Idowu Olowofuja visited the Orunsolu’s compound around 8:30am.

    The former Governor who described the death of Alhaji Orunsolu as painful noted that: “Egbaland, in particular, and Ogun State in general, have lost a respected religious leader and a renowned Islamic scholar.“The Chief Imam was an erudite Islamic scholar who was well versed in Islamic Religious Knowledge. He was a symbol of unity who rallied the Ummah in Egbaland as one indivisible entity during his lifetime.

    “Alhaji Orunsolu maintained effective leadership as the Chief Imam of Egbaland and President of League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State, whilst also provided wise counsel to the entire Rabittah in the entire Yoruba land, Edo and Delta States” Senator Amosun stated.

    In his words of consolation and wish for the family and the entire Muslim Ummah, the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss, Senator Amosun prayed that “the Almighty Allah (SWT) will grant Imam Liadi Orunsolu Aljannah Firdaus”.

  • Chief Imam of Egbaland dies at 98: President Buhari, Governor Abiodun mourn

    Chief Imam of Egbaland dies at 98: President Buhari, Governor Abiodun mourn

    The Chief Imam of Ebgland, Alhaji Liadi Orunsolu is dead.

    The revered religious leader and erudite scholar passed on at the early hours of Tuesday at the age of 98.

    In a condolence message by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina,  President Muhammadu Buhari condoled with the family of the late cleric and the Ogun State Government.

    The President noted that the late President-General of the League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State “lived a long and qualitative life that was devoted to the service of Allah.

    While the president charged those who mourn to emulate the devout life of the deceased Islamic leader, he added that: “He lived a long and qualitative life, devoted to the service of Allah.

    “May he be bountifully rewarded, having completed his course”, Buhari stated.

    Similarly, the Executive Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun has also commiserated with the Orunsolu family and the people of Egbaland including the Muslim community on the passing of the Islamic scholar.

    “I commiserate with the people of Egbaland in particular and of the State and the Muslim Ummah in general, on the death of the Chairman, League of Imams in Ogun State and Chief Imam of Egbaland.”

    The Governor noted that he is grateful that: “Almighty Allah (SWT) let Baba Orunsolu see the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan and more so, at that grand age tells us that it is important we immortalise him by emulating the virtues exemplified by the late cleric.

    “Alhaji never treated me as a Governor. He was a father to me, and I will personally miss him for his words of wisdom. May Allah grant him Aljanah Firdaus, and comfort the family he left with us”, Prince Abiodun stated.