Imam Nasir Shamwilu Nasir commended the former Governor Nasir El-Rufai for his unprecedented efforts in enhancing Qur’anic education in Kaduna. Speaking on behalf of 105 Islamic organizations and 87 Qur’anic schools in the state, he highlighted El-Rufai’s significant contributions to improving Qur’anic education during his tenure as governor. In response to a call by a…
The Nigerian Movie industry is mourning the loss of Musiliu Ajikanle, the acclaimed Yoruba film star affectionately known as Buffalo. He passed away on Monday, July 31, after a prolonged battle with a stroke. The sad news was announced by Saliu Gbolagade, also known as Ogboluke, a fellow Yoruba actor. Saliu Gbolagade expressed his condolences,…
Plateau state Commissioner of Police, Bartholomew Onyeka, has been instructed by an area court sitting in Bukuru Jos South Local Government Area of the state, to unseal all the 17 local government secretariats in the state. The police chief sealed the secretariats following the removal of the elected chairmen who are members of the…
The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has expressed serious concern regarding the nationwide protests planned by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) on August 2. In a statement issued by the police force’s spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Egbetokun acknowledges the constitutional right to peaceful protests but urges the…
Two residents from Angware community in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau State have been murdered by kidnappers. They met this unfortunate fate when they courageously attempted to deliver a ransom for their abducted relatives. The victims have been identified as Agada Sambo from Maigemu District and an individual known as Azi. On Monday,…
The President of Guinea-Bissau Concludes Private Meeting After Three Hours Following a private meeting that lasted for over three hours, the President of Guinea-Bissau has departed from the location. The meeting took place between President Umaro Sissoco Embalo, who is also the Chairman of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government, and President…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has moved to quell concerns by assuring Nigerians that there are no plans to raise the petrol pump price to N700 per litre. IPMAN urges the public not to engage in panic buying or hoarding of petroleum products. In response to circulating rumors, IPMAN emphasizes that there…
Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC-Edo) assured the people that Bola Tinubu would bring transformation to Nigeria, similar to his successful impact on Lagos. Oshiomhole made these remarks during a post-inauguration/thank-you party held in his honor at his country home in Iyamho, Etsako, Edo State. Expressing gratitude to his supporters, Oshiomhole stated that if he had lost…
Dr. Afam Obidike, the Commissioner for Health, recently announced that the Anambra State Government has initiated the installation of clock-in devices in public health facilities. The purpose of this endeavor is to curb absenteeism among health workers and ensure their commitment to their duties. During a meeting with administrators of public hospitals in the state…
IBEDC, the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company, has confirmed that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) is yet to issue a directive on the proposed new electricity tariff, which was originally scheduled to take effect on July 1. The announcement of the new tariff has faced strong opposition from various stakeholders, who argue that the timing…
