THE ABUJA NATIONAL MOSQUE
The Abuja National Mosque, also known as the Nigerian National Mosque, is the national mosque of Nigeria. This sprawling, incredible 'wonder' dominates the Abuja skyline, and can be seen from miles away! It was built in 1984; the mosque was built in the mid 1980's, during President Shehu Shagari's administration. When it was decided that the capital of Nigeria was to be moved from Lagos, (in the South) to the F.C.T Abuja- (Nigeria's 'middle belt' region), there was intense lobbying by well-respected Elders and prominent Statesmen to build a general institution that would serve as a center and symbol of national unity for Muslims in Nigeria. Hence, the Abuja National Mosque was born and is located at 1012 Sani Abacha Way, Central Business District centrally located along Independence Avenue, Abuja, Nigeria.
The National Mosque boasts an Islamic Center, a Conference Room and a Library within its premises. There is also a residential/living quarters for the mosque's Imam and other important Muezzin and religious figures of the mosque. There's the National Mosque Shopping Mall to one side of the parking lot, within a small building. This is a plaza/mini mart on 2 floors that has a handful of small shops and vendors who sell everything from Zam-Zam (holy water), Abayas, Qur’ans & Islamic Books/Literature, Medicinal Herbs, Religious Souvenirs/Memorabilia, Traditional Caps, Dates, Prayer Mats, Fabrics & Clothing, and much more. A black commemorative plaque outside states that a foundation laying ceremony was performed on the 25th of July, 2019 by His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigerian Council for Islamic Affairs.
The mosque is open to the non-Muslim public, except during congregational prayers. The mosque has a gold-colored dome and four minarets. The National Mosque has all the atypical 'hallmarks' of Islamic Architecture. The main entrance showcases gorgeous Arabic Calligraphy around the doorway, in addition to intricate mosaics, as well as some vibrant cream, pale teal, gold and baby pink coloration. The solid golden door was a superb! The entire building is made with what seems like a combination of pale grey marble and granite. The interior of the mosque is simple, yet ornate, with gold accents used liberally, whether it's the grand chandeliers hanging from the high ceilings, or for the barriers and other panelings. The women's section is situated on the second floor, while the men's is downstairs. The space(s) are very wide and expansive. It is truly a lovely mosque!
The mosque is among the 50 most beautiful religious centers in the world, according to Hongkiat Survey. The mosque includes a library, a conference room, and residential facilities for the imams and muezzins. The Abuja National Mosque Management Board was dissolved under the chairmanship of Alhaji Yahaya Abu-Bakr, the Etsu Nupe was also dissolved and in its stead a Sole Administrator, to be addressed as the Murshid of the National Mosque, was appointed in the person of Professor Shehu Ahmad Said Galadanci, CON as well as three Imams who were hitherto addressed as Deputy Chief Imams were appointed as coequal Imams of National Mosque to assist the Murshid.
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THE ABUJA NATIONAL MOSQUE
The Abuja National Mosque, also known as the Nigerian National Mosque, is the national mosque of Nigeria. This sprawling, incredible 'wonder' dominates the Abuja skyline, and can be seen from miles away! It was built in 1984; the mosque was built in the mid 1980's, during President Shehu Shagari's administration. When it was decided that the capital of Nigeria was to be moved from Lagos, (in the South) to the F.C.T Abuja- (Nigeria's 'middle belt' region), there was intense lobbying by well-respected Elders and prominent Statesmen to build a general institution that would serve as a center and symbol of national unity for Muslims in Nigeria. Hence, the Abuja National Mosque was born and is located at 1012 Sani Abacha Way, Central Business District centrally located along Independence Avenue, Abuja, Nigeria.
The National Mosque boasts an Islamic Center, a Conference Room and a Library within its premises. There is also a residential/living quarters for the mosque's Imam and other important Muezzin and religious figures of the mosque. There's the National Mosque Shopping Mall to one side of the parking lot, within a small building. This is a plaza/mini mart on 2 floors that has a handful of small shops and vendors who sell everything from Zam-Zam (holy water), Abayas, Qur’ans & Islamic Books/Literature, Medicinal Herbs, Religious Souvenirs/Memorabilia, Traditional Caps, Dates, Prayer Mats, Fabrics & Clothing, and much more. A black commemorative plaque outside states that a foundation laying ceremony was performed on the 25th of July, 2019 by His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigerian Council for Islamic Affairs.
The mosque is open to the non-Muslim public, except during congregational prayers. The mosque has a gold-colored dome and four minarets. The National Mosque has all the atypical 'hallmarks' of Islamic Architecture. The main entrance showcases gorgeous Arabic Calligraphy around the doorway, in addition to intricate mosaics, as well as some vibrant cream, pale teal, gold and baby pink coloration. The solid golden door was a superb! The entire building is made with what seems like a combination of pale grey marble and granite. The interior of the mosque is simple, yet ornate, with gold accents used liberally, whether it's the grand chandeliers hanging from the high ceilings, or for the barriers and other panelings. The women's section is situated on the second floor, while the men's is downstairs. The space(s) are very wide and expansive. It is truly a lovely mosque!
The mosque is among the 50 most beautiful religious centers in the world, according to Hongkiat Survey. The mosque includes a library, a conference room, and residential facilities for the imams and muezzins. The Abuja National Mosque Management Board was dissolved under the chairmanship of Alhaji Yahaya Abu-Bakr, the Etsu Nupe was also dissolved and in its stead a Sole Administrator, to be addressed as the Murshid of the National Mosque, was appointed in the person of Professor Shehu Ahmad Said Galadanci, CON as well as three Imams who were hitherto addressed as Deputy Chief Imams were appointed as coequal Imams of National Mosque to assist the Murshid.
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