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16/06/2024

The reinstated Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Sunday, hosted a Sallah Durbar to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir, in defiance of a police order banning the ceremony in the state.

The reinstated Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Sunday, hosted a Sallah Durbar to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir, in defiance of a police order banning the ceremony in the state. The police had a few days ago, banned the Durbar, a traditional horse parade ceremony hosted by emirs, saying it was in....

16/06/2024

Former president, Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed concern about what he described as “uncontrolled population growth” in the country, saying it has the potential to bring a lot of problems to future generations.

Former president, Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed concern about what he described as “uncontrolled population growth” in the country, saying it has the potential to bring a lot of problems to future generations. He stated this while speaking to journalists shortly after joining the Emir of Daura...

16/06/2024

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has called on Nigerians to seek Allah’s grace for the country’s peace, unity, security and economic prosperity

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has called on Nigerians to seek Allah’s grace for the country’s peace, unity, security and economic prosperity Senator Barau, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, called on Muslims to demonstrat...

16/06/2024

The Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage has urged the organised labour to have a rethink on the amount it is demanding as minimum wage.

The Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage has urged the organised labour to have a rethink on the amount it is demanding as minimum wage. The chairman of the committee, Alhaji Goni Aji, made the call in Abigail on Sunday, saying the labour should reconsider its stance as the Federal Governme...

16/06/2024

As Nigerian Muslims join their counterparts to celebrate Eid-el Kabir, the Federation of Muslim Women Association in Nigeria(FOMWAN), has distributed food items to women in Jos, to enable them to enjoy the festival.

As Nigerian Muslims join their counterparts to celebrate Eid-el Kabir, the Federation of Muslim Women Association in Nigeria(FOMWAN), has distributed food items to women in Jos, to enable them to enjoy the festival. FOMWAN Chairperson in the state, Hajiya Kaltume Abubakar, who supervised the sharing...

16/06/2024

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has urged the Muslim frightful to pray for President Bola Tinubu to successfully steer the country towards a brighter future.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has urged the Muslim frightful to pray for President Bola Tinubu to successfully steer the country towards a brighter future. Wike made the appeal in his Eid-el-Kabir message to Muslim Ummah in Abuja on Saturday. READ ALSO Eid-el-K...

16/06/2024

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has reiterated the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to secure the nation through sacrifices and dedication of troops in all parts of the country.

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has reiterated the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to secure the nation through sacrifices and dedication of troops in all parts of the country. Musa gave the assurance in his message to the Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-el-...

16/06/2024

An early morning downpour has held the Muslim Ummah in Kaduna indoors, preventing them from going to the various Eid grounds in the metropolis to observe the two raka’ats of Eid Adhan that was to take place today.

An early morning downpour has held the Muslim Ummah in Kaduna indoors, preventing them from going to the various Eid grounds in the metropolis to observe the two raka’ats of Eid Adhan that was to take place today. 21st CENTURY CHRONICLE reports that the rain which started at about 5:15 am made wor...

16/06/2024

The Chief of Moroa in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Mr Tagwai Sambo, is dead.

The Chief of Moroa in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Mr Tagwai Sambo, is dead. Sambo’s demise was announced on Saturday in Manchok by the Palace Secretary, Mr Iliya Avong. READ ALSO Why labour should accept N62,000 minimum wage – National Tripartite Committee Sallah: FOMWAN shares ...

16/06/2024

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of this year Eid-el-Kabir to demonstrate sacrifice, love and peace.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of this year Eid-el-Kabir to demonstrate sacrifice, love and peace. Abubakar in a statement by his media office, congratulated fellow Muslim faithful on the celebration of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir festival. READ ALSO...

16/06/2024

For President Bola Tinubu, the celebration of the 2024 anniversary of June 12 couldn’t have begun on a more awkward note. Having addressed the nation earlier in the morning, the president headed for the Eagle Square in Abuja to take the symbolic salute as the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. He came dressed in resplendent flowing agbada. As he made to step into the topless ceremonial parade van that would take him round the Square, he stumbled and tumbled on the floor of the car. His aides rushed to him and helped him up – apparently unhurt.

For President Bola Tinubu, the celebration of the 2024 anniversary of June 12 couldn’t have begun on a more awkward note. Having addressed the nation earlier in the morning, the president headed for the Eagle Square in Abuja to take the symbolic salute as the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces...

16/06/2024

Today Sunday, June 16, 2024 which is equivalent to the tenth day of the Islamic lunar month of Dhul-Hijjah, 1445AH is Big Sallah in Nigeria and in the entire Muslim world. It is an occasion upon which Muslims are enjoined to offer animal sacrifices called “Dahiyyah” in Arabic; in commemoration of the initial sacrifice made by Prophet Ibrahim (AS). Do not bother as you read through this piece whether you have bought a ram or not for the Big Sallah. Besides Dahiyyah, there are other things associated with Big Sallah, which we encourage you to understand and observe correctly in order to achieve a rewarding Big Sallah.

Today Sunday, June 16, 2024 which is equivalent to the tenth day of the Islamic lunar month of Dhul-Hijjah, 1445AH is Big Sallah in Nigeria and in the entire Muslim world. It is an occasion upon which Muslims are enjoined to offer animal sacrifices called “Dahiyyah” in Arabic; in commemoration o...

16/06/2024

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has disclosed that food inflation for the month of May rose to 40.66 per cent in May.

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has disclosed that food inflation for the month of May rose to 40.66 per cent in May. This followed the rise in the prices of semovita, oatflake, yam flour prepackage, garri, bean, etc (which are under bread and cereals class), Irish potatoes, yam, water yam,....

16/06/2024

Data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has shown that Nigeria’s inflation rate rose to 33.95 percent in May.

Data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has shown that Nigeria’s inflation rate rose to 33.95 percent in May. This follows continuous rise in the prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages. READ ALSO Food inflation surges to 40.66% as prices of yam, garri, semovita increase Naira depreci...

16/06/2024

Finidi George has stepped down from his role as the head coach of the Super Eagles.

The 52-year-old was appointed to the position in April.

Finidi George has stepped down from his role as the head coach of the Super Eagles. The 52-year-old was appointed to the position in April. READ ALSO Towards a rewarding Big Sallah Food inflation surges to 40.66% as prices of yam, garri, semovita increase Finidi’s resignation from the role followe...

15/06/2024

A House of Representatives member from Plateau State, Yusuf Gagdi has donated 400 rams and N20 million to his constituents for the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.

A House of Representatives member from Plateau State, Yusuf Gagdi has donated 400 rams and N20 million to his constituents for the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. Gagdi, who represents Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), presented the items on...

15/06/2024

No fewer than 65,000 Nigerian pilgrims on Saturday joined their Muslim counterparts from around the world to observe Arafat Day at Muna, Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

No fewer than 65,000 Nigerian pilgrims on Saturday joined their Muslim counterparts from around the world to observe Arafat Day at Muna, Mecca, Saudi Arabia. They converge at the plain of Arafat to perform the core hajj rite. The ritual at Mount Arafat, known as the hill of mercy, is considered the....

15/06/2024

President Bola Tinubu celebrates with the Muslim Ummah on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, an event that denotes sacrifice, faith, and obedience to the will of the Almighty.

President Bola Tinubu celebrates with the Muslim Ummah on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, an event that denotes sacrifice, faith, and obedience to the will of the Almighty. A statement by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, quoted the the President congratulating the Muslim faithful and prays that...

15/06/2024

NDLEA seizes 230,600 Tramadol tablets, arrests 106 suspects in Kano

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kano State Command has intercepted 230,600 tablets of Tramadol and arrested 106 suspects in the state.

NDLEA seizes 230,600 Tramadol tablets, arrests 106 suspects in Kano The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kano State Command has intercepted 230,600 tablets of Tramadol and arrested 106 suspects in the state. READ ALSO Court orders Kano govt to pay Bayero N10m for rights violation Cop, ro...

15/06/2024

A Fifth pilgrim from Nigeria has died in the course of performing the 2024 Hajj operations.

A Fifth pilgrim from Nigeria has died in the course of performing the 2024 Hajj operations. The latest is a female pilgrim from Kaduna State, Hajiya Asma’u Muhammad-Ladan, who passed away at the King Fahad hospital in Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Friday after a brief illness. READ ALSO Tinub...

15/06/2024

The naira, on Friday, depreciated against the dollar in both the parallel and official sections of the foreign exchange (FX) market.

The naira, on Friday, depreciated against the dollar in both the parallel and official sections of the foreign exchange (FX) market. Bureau de Change (BDC) operators said the value of the naira against the dollar at the close of business was N1,485/$. READ ALSO Recruitment: Police reject list from c...

15/06/2024

President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of governing councils and boards of federal tertiary institutions in the country.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of governing councils and boards of federal tertiary institutions in the country. A statement released by Nnamdi Mbaeri, the permanent secretary in the office of the secretary to the government of the federation (SGF),, said 255 individuals have....

15/06/2024

The Nigeria Police Force has rejected a list of successful candidates in the ongoing 2022/23 police constables recruitment from the Police Service Commission(PSC), citing alleged irregularities and corruption in the exercise.

The Nigeria Police Force has rejected a list of successful candidates in the ongoing 2022/23 police constables recruitment from the Police Service Commission(PSC), citing alleged irregularities and corruption in the exercise. The rejection follows complaints from unsuccessful candidates and stakehol...

15/06/2024

The Nigerian Army has deployed 197 troops for a peacekeeping mission in The Gambia.

The Nigerian Army has deployed 197 troops for a peacekeeping mission in The Gambia. This was disclosed by Boniface Sinjen, chief of operations of the Nigerian Army in Jaji, Kaduna, at the graduation of troops of Nigerian Company 9 Economic Community of West African States Mission in The Gambia (ECOM...

15/06/2024

There is a tribe in Nigeria that is not biological. It is mainly social. But they are the fastest growing group of people in the country. They rose steadily over the years and have grown phenomenally and may have reached the apogee of their growth in recent times. Their existence has become very noticeable among all parts and segments of the country such that they have acquired notoriety among pastors, imams and everyone else.

There is a tribe in Nigeria that is not biological. It is mainly social. But they are the fastest growing group of people in the country. They rose steadily over the years and have grown phenomenally and may have reached the apogee of their growth in recent times. Their existence has become very not...

14/06/2024

A federal high court in Kano has ordered the Kano state government to pay N10 million as damages to the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, over breach of his fundamental rights.

A federal high court in Kano has ordered the Kano state government to pay N10 million as damages to the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, over breach of his fundamental rights. The presiding judge, Simon Amobeda, made the order on Friday while delivering judgment in a suit marked FHC/CS/190/20...

14/06/2024

The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-Al- Adha celebration.

The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-Al- Adha celebration. The holiday was announced in a statement by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Aishetu Gogo Ndayako, on Friday. READ ALSO Court discharges Binance officials...

14/06/2024

A Federal High Court has discharged tow Binance officials, Tigran Gambaryan and fleeing Nadeem Anjarwalla from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) tax evasion case against the cryptocurrency exchange platform, Binance.

A Federal High Court has discharged tow Binance officials, Tigran Gambaryan and fleeing Nadeem Anjarwalla from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) tax evasion case against the cryptocurrency exchange platform, Binance. The court made the decision in a short ruling following fresh amended charg...