JEDDAH: A lecture on the companions of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) will be held today at a venue close to the Isteqdam office here. Abdul Sattar Khan, a well-known journalist and researcher, will be the main speaker. "This is part of a monthly lecture series on 10 heavenly-bound companions of the Prophet," said Abdul Mateen Osmani, the main organizer.

The fourth episode on the biography of Caliph Omar will begin today. "The struggle and sacrifices that the 10 companions of the Prophet made for the cause of Islam is a source of inspiration for all people," he said. The lecture will start at 9.40 p.m. Interested people my contact Abu Abdullah on 0508604182 or Abu Mohammed on 0503619311. Special seating arrangements have been made for ladies with CCTV.