By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Former President Goodluck Jonathan has extended his warmest greetings and heartfelt felicitations to Muslims across Nigeria and globally on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir. In a goodwill message, Jonathan emphasized the significance of the day, highlighting values such as faith, sacrifice, devotion, and generosity that resonate...
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By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has congratulated the entire Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the Eid-al-Adha celebrations, commemorating the acts of faith and selfless sacrifices of Prophet Ibrahim (Peace Be Upon Him) in exemplary obedience to Allah. This was contained in...
The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ekiti, Mr. Sanya Adeoye, has warned motorists to avoid excessive speeding and drunk driving to reduce accidents during and after the Sallah celebrations. “Only the living celebrate, so motorists should always check their tyres and ensure that their...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR , Maiduguri – Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has reaffirmed his commitment to making additional sacrifices to ensure lasting peace in the state. While felicitating with muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha, Governor Zulum vowed to intensify efforts to strengthen security in all...
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu has directed the early payment of June salaries to all civil servants across the state, beginning Monday, to enable them to prepare for the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir (Sallah) festival. The directive, announced in a statement issued on Saturday by the Governor’s Press Secretary, Malam Abubakar...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. O. O. Oluyede, has called on troops to reflect on the values of selflessness, discipline, unity, and renewed commitment to peace, generosity, and selflessness as the nation celebrates Eid-el-Fitr. Speaking at the COAS 2025 Eid-el-Fitr Sallah luncheon...
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda has said his administration remains dedicated to fostering security, economic prosperity and infrastructure development to make the state beacon of hope and opportunity for all. Radda stated this while addressing dignitaries at the “2025 Hawan Bariki” durbar, at the Government House, on Monday in...
By HARUNA AHMED, Dutse – Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi has pardoned 10 inmates of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in the state. The NCoS spokesman in the state, CSC Sani Jahun, disclosed this in a statement in Dutse, on Monday. Jahun said the inmates were pardoned by the...
By HARUNA AHMED, Gombe – No fewer than 2 children have been confirmed dead and 20 others injured following a stampede at the Gombe main Eid Ground on Sunday . The Police Public Relations Officer, Gombe State Command, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, confirmed this in a statement issued on Sunday...
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has urged the people of the state to embrace unity and peace as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr. This is contained in a statement on Sunday by Mr Sulayman Idris, the governor’s spokesman. The governor felicitated the Muslim community on Eid-el-Fitr, which marks the end of...
Sen. Abdul’aziz Yari (APC-Zamfara) has urged Muslims to uphold the virtues learnt during the holy month of Ramadan. Speaking to journalists at his residence in Talata Mafara, Zamfara, on Sunday, Yari emphasised that the lessons gained must be put into practice. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that...
The 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, has extended heartfelt prayers to Nigerian Muslims, urging them to let the love and spirit of Ramadan guide their lives. This message was conveyed by the Peter Obi Media Outreach Spokesman, Mr Ibrahim Umar, in a statement issued...
A former vice president, Atiku Abubakar has admonished leaders at all levels to prioritise the wellbeing of Nigerians. Abubakar made the plea in a statement by his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe on Sunday in Abuja. He also urged leaders to lead in the fear of God. “While the Ramadan...
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Sunday, joined others for prayers at the National Eid ground in Abuja, as Nigerian Muslims mark the Eid-El-Fitr celebrations together with millions of others around the world. Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu and some...
Some Lagos traders have lamented the low patronage of foodstuffs, especially pepper due to price hike and the low purchasing power of residents. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) spoke to traders and consumers in separate interviews in Lagos, on patronage ahead of Sallah celebration. The Chairman, Tomato Growers...
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun has felicitated with Muslim faithful on the 2025 Ramadan, saying that the period has enriched the country spiritually. Abiodun said this in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Lekan Adeniran on Sunday in Abeokuta. He commended Muslim faithful for their prayers...
BY ANKELI EMMAJUEL, Sokoto – The Sultan of Sokoto and President General, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Sunday, 30th March 2025 as the day to mark the Eid-el-Fitr, hence an end of Ramadan fast. Sultan who noted that the decision was...
Saudi Arabia, home to Islam’s holiest sites, announced that the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr marking the end of the Ramadan fasting period will begin on Sunday. “The Supreme Court has decided that tomorrow, Sunday, March 30, 2025, is the first day of Eid al-Fitr,” the Royal Court said...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos – Lagos State Police Command has deployed personnel to ensure public safety before, during and after the 2025 Eid el-Fitr celebrations. Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this known in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. Hundeyin said that the Commissioner of Police,...
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed its entire workforce along with 1,102 patrol vehicles and other logistics to ensure hitch-free movement across highways during the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations nationwide. The FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, disclosed this in a statement issued by the Corps Public Education...