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Eid-El-Kabir: NCPC Boss Emphasizes Inter-Faith Harmony

By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has urged the Muslim faithful to continue living a sacrificial life by reaching out to the less privileged and the needy in society. This, he said, is in line with the spirit of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. He emphasized the importance of interfaith harmony, encouraging Muslims to accommodate people of other faiths, while also advising them to celebrate with moderation and be sensitive to the happenings around them. […]

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Kogi State Government Opens Up It’s Activities To Public, Launches Newsletter

By Chinedu Echianu The Kogi state government has begun moves to open up its activities to the public through the release of the maiden edition of the Lugard House Monthly, a newsletter aimed at showcasing the policies and programmes of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. The initiative, led by the Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Ismaila Isah, is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen transparency and keep the public informed on developments under the current administration. The newsletter follows the successful […]

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Sallah: Kalu Gifts Rams, Rice, and Other Items to Abia Muslims

By Oluwakemi Kindness In the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has donated rams, bags of rice and other food items to the Muslim community in Abia state. Presenting the items to the Muslim faithful led by HRH Sarki Shehu Bello in Bende, Bende Local Government Area of the State, Kalu urges them to use the occasion to spread love to the indigent people and put a smile on their faces. A […]

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Eid-el-Kabir: Embrace the True Spirit of Sacrifice, Speaker Abbas Urges Muslims

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has felicitated Nigerian Muslims on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. Speaker Abbas, who is taking part in this year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia, in a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, urges the Nigerian Muslims to pray for the country, particular the leaders. The Speaker also implores them to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice, which is one of the hallmarks […]

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NSA Applauds Customs, NAFDAC, NDLEA for Synergy in Drug War

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has praised the Nigeria Customs Service, NAFDAC, and NDLEA for their unwavering commitment to national safety and the protection of public health. The commendations by the NSA follows a joint operation that led to the destruction of 206 containers and a trailer-load of unwholesome pharmaceuticals and narcotics. Speaking when he paid tost to the agencies in his office in Abuja, the NSA recognised their outstanding efforts in the ongoing war […]

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NILDS DG Calls for Consistency in Judicial Interpretation

By; Sofiat Adenekan The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, has called for greater consistency in judicial interpretations, describing it as essential to upholding judicial integrity. Speaking at a one-day public dialogue on judicial reforms in Abuja, Professor Sulaiman stressed that clarity and uniformity in court rulings are vital to sustaining public trust in the justice system. The event, held at the Institute’s permanent site, was themed “One Judgement, Many Meanings: Navigating […]

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President Tinubu Urges Police to Prioritize Protection Over Intimidation

By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has called on officers of the Nigeria Police Force to uphold their duty of protecting citizens rather than intimidating them. The President made this known during the 2nd Nigeria Police Awards and Commendation Ceremony held on Wednesday night in Abuja. Represented by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of integrity and professionalism in police conduct. “Be reminded that the power you wield is not for intimidation but […]

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Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio to Lead Abuja’s 17-Project Commissioning Spree

By : Sofiat Adenekan The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has unveiled plans for a major project inspection and commissioning ceremony set to kick off on June 10. In a show of high-level support, the ceremony will feature the presence of top government figures, including President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, underscoring the significance of the projects to national growth and infrastructure The event promises to spotlight transformative developments across […]

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SP Adeh Wins 2024 IGP Public Relations Officer Award

Oluwakemi Kindness Superintendent of Police (SP) Josephine Adeh has emerged as the 2024 IGP Public Relations Officer of the Year, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in police communications. She was honoured at the 2nd Nigeria Police Awards and Commendation Ceremony held Wednesday night in Abuja, where she topped a competitive list of nominees, including SP Ikenga Tochukwu (PPRO, Anambra State Command) and DSP Chinaka Chioma (PPRO, Abia State Command). SP Adeh currently serves as the Public Relations Officer of […]

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