Gratitude – Ramadan Digest (Day8)
Gratitude in Ramadan means: Cherishing the Ability to Fast, not everyone has the strength or health to do so, feeding others, sharing meals, donating, and supporting those in need. Making the Most of Our Time, using Ramadan to deepen our connection with Allah, appreciating Loved Ones, strengthening family ties and showing kindness.
By Abdullahi Yusuf
Nigeria National Average – Suhoor ends: 5:36 AM WAT Iftar: 6:40 PM WAT
Abuja – Suhoor ends: 5:31 AM WAT Iftar: 6:41 PM WAT
Lagos – Suhoor ends: 5:45 AM WAT Iftar: 6:59 PM WAT
Kano – Suhoor ends: 5:28 AM WATIftar: 6:34 PM WAT
Ghana (Accra) – Suhoor ends: 5:04 AM GMT Iftar: 6:15 PM GMT(according to local Hanafi/Jafari schedules)
Saudi Arabia – Riyadh (and similar central regions) Suhoor ends (Fajr): 05:02 AM (today’s Fajr time) Iftar (Maghrib): 05:52 PM (sunset, when fast is broken) United States(Approximate Locations)
Global Ramadan News Updates
Nigeria – The Throne of Light Foundation, in collaboration with The Peace Magazine, is set to launch its first-ever Ramadan food distribution initiative on Thursday, Feb. 26, across Kuje, Dei-Dei and Lugbe National Mosque in Abuja. Organizers say the programme will distribute staple food items to members of the Muslim community while also featuring a brief Ramadan lecture and a health awareness session focused on sickle cell disease and related public health concerns. The initiative is aimed at combining spiritual guidance with community welfare support during the holy month.
Nigeria – Operators of pepper soup and drinking joints in Lokoja, Kogi State, report low patronage since the start of Ramadan. Business owners in areas including NATECO and Ganaje Junction say many customers remain indoors during fasting hours, citing fatigue and heat, leading to reduced evening turnout.
Turkey – President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Wednesday defended a directive introducing Ramadan-related activities in public schools, rejecting criticism that the move undermines Turkey’s secular principles. Education Minister Yusuf Tekin ordered schools nationwide to organize discussions and iftar events during the holy month. Critics say the policy blurs the line between religion and state, while Erdoğan told lawmakers from his Justice and Development Party (AKP) that the activities are lawful, voluntary and reflective of the nation’s values.
United Kingdom – A fundraiser has been launched in memory of Zeeshan Afzal, 18, who was fatally stabbed outside a mosque in Smethwick, West Midlands, during Ramadan. More than £9,000 has been raised as family members describe the initiative as sadaqah jariyah in his honor. West Midlands Policesaid detectives are reviewing CCTV footage and there is no indication the attack was racially or religiously motivated.
India – The West Bengal government announced a special subsidized ration package ahead of Ramadan for Antyodaya Anna Yojana and Special Priority Household families. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said eligible beneficiaries will receive essential commodities at reduced prices through fair price shops until March 19, according to an official notification.
United States – A masked gunman fired multiple shots at Shuaib Din, imam of the Utah Islamic Center, outside his suburban Salt Lake City home during Ramadan. Din was unharmed, though his vehicle was struck. Police are searching for the suspect, and community groups have called for increased protection. Authorities are investigating the motive.
Sleep Early: Try to sleep right after Isha & Taraweeh to get at least 4–5 hours of uninterrupted rest.
Nap Smartly: An afternoon nap between Zuhr and Asr prayers can prevent sluggishness without disrupting night sleep.
Suhoor Timing: Wake up 30–40 minutes before Fajr for Suhoor, allowing time for digestion before prayer.
Tahajjud Practice: If you wake up just before Fajr, pray 2 rak’ahs of Tahajjud, even if short, it brings immense blessings!
Today’s Challenge
“The month of Ramadan is that in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion. So whoever sights the new moon of the month, let him fast it…” (Qur’an 2:185)
“Indeed, there is a gate in Paradise called Ar-Rayyan. Only those who fast will enter through it on the Day of Resurrection, and no one else will enter through it. It will be said: ‘Where are those who fasted?’ They will rise, and none but them will enter. When they have entered, it will be closed, and no one else will enter through it.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 1896, Sahih Muslim 1152)
May Allah grant us hearts that are always content, tongues that constantly say Alhamdulillah and deeds that reflect our thankfulness.
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