11 h. ago NASFAT, cleric slam Nigerian pilgrims over ‘unholy acts’ in Hajj

The Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fatih Society of Nigeria has condemned the behaviour of some Nigerian Muslims performing the lesser hajj in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. NASFAT urged Nigerian pilgrims to refrain from inappropriate and disrespectful conduct while in the holy city, stating that such actions did not represent Islam. In viral videos circulating on X (formerly Twitter), some Nigerian Read More

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3 d. ago Dangote Exports 2m Barrels, 130m Litres Of Jet Fuel To US, S/Arabia

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has exported over two million barrels of jet fuel to the United States and approximately 130 million litres to Saudi Arabia. According to data from ship-tracking service Kpler, six vessels carrying around 1.7 million barrels of jet fuel from Dangote Petroleum Refinery arrived at US ports this month. Another vessel, the Hafnia […]

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3 d. ago After US market, Dangote exports three cargoes of jet fuel to Saudi Arabia

Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery is expanding its global footprint, with three cargoes of jet fuel, amounting to approximately 130 million read more After US market, Dangote exports three cargoes of jet fuel to Saudi Arabia

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4 d. ago Russian negotiators pleased with U.S. talks on Ukraine in Saudi Arabia

Russian negotiators have expressed satisfaction following talks with U.S. representatives in Saudi Arabia, marking the first steps toward ending the read more Russian negotiators pleased with U.S. talks on Ukraine in Saudi Arabia

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4 d. ago Katsina Gov Abruptly Ends Lesser Hajj, Returns To Nigeria Over Mother’s Demise

Katsina State governor, Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda, has returned to Nigeria from Saudi Arabia, following the passing of his mother, Hajiya Safara’u Umar Radda. The governor arrived at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) in Kano on Monday, accompanied by his wife, Hajiya Zulaihat, and the member representing Musawa/Matazu federal constituency in the House of […]

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7 d. ago Russian drone kills family in Ukraine ahead of ceasefire talks

A Russian drone killed a family of three in southern Ukraine, triggering uproar in Kyiv 48 hours before both countries hold talks with the US on halting the three-year war. Russian and Ukrainian delegations will hold separate negotiations with United States officials in Saudi Arabia on Monday, with a senior Ukrainian official telling AFP it Read More

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1 week ago Rivers State of Emergency: APC praises Tinubu, demands extension to Osun

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended President Bola Tinubu on the declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State. Reacting officially to the decision in a chat with TheSun.ng from Saudi Arabia, the National Secretary of the ruling party, Ajibola Basiru, also urged President Tinubu to extend the decision […] The post Rivers State of Emergency: APC praises Tinubu, demands extension to Osun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NDLEA intercepts cocaine, opioid shipments bound for US, Saudi Arabia, others

Tribune Online NDLEA intercepts cocaine, opioid shipments bound for US, Saudi Arabia, others At the export shed of the Lagos airport, Babafemi said officers of the Agency, on 11th March arrested a 60-year-old suspect, Yahaya Fatai Ayinla, while attempting to ship a cargo containing cloths used to conceal 400grams of skunk going to New York, United States of America. NDLEA intercepts cocaine, opioid shipments bound for US, Saudi Arabia, others Tribune Online

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1 week ago PICTORIAL: NDLEA intercepts cocaine, opioid shipments meant for US, Saudi Arabia, Italy, Poland

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intercepted multiple illicit drug consignments bound for the United States, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Italy, and the United Arab Emirates. The drugs, including cocaine, tramadol, loud, and molly, were concealed in various items such as prayer beads, board game packs, and female clothing. This was made known in a Read More

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3 w. ago Court convicts woman for smuggling $1,154, 900, SR135, 900 into Nigeria

From Desmond Mgboh,Kano Awoman, Hauwa Abdullahi Ibrahim has been convicted for smuggling $1,154,900 and 135,900 Saudi Riyals from Saudi Arabia into Nigeria. Hauwa was jailed after pleading guilty to a two-count charge of money laundering before Justice S.M Shuaibu of the Federal High Court sitting in Kano. Hauwa was arrested by officers of the Nigeria […] The post Court convicts woman for smuggling $1,154, 900, SR135, 900 into Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Court convicts woman for smuggling 1,154,900 dollars, 135, 900 Riyals into Nigeria

From Desmond Mgboh,Kano The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, has secured the conviction of one Hauwa Abdullahi Ibrahim for smuggling a total of $1,154,900 and 135,900 Saudi Riyals from Saudi Arabia into Nigeria. Hauwa was jailed after pleading “guilty” to a two-count charge of money laundering before Justice S.M Shuaibu of the Federal High Court […] The post Court convicts woman for smuggling 1,154,900 dollars, 135, 900 Riyals into Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Court Jails Woman For Smuggling $1.1m, 135k Riyals Cash In Kano

The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of a woman, Hauwa Abdullahi Ibrahim, for smuggling an undeclared sum of $1,154,900 and 135,900 Saudi Riyals cash from Saudi Arabia into Nigeria. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele […]

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3 w. ago Infantino defends Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup hosting and relationship with Trump

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the governing body’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia while read more Infantino defends Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup hosting and relationship with Trump

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4 w. ago Kano Govt Receives Ramadan Relief Items From Saudi Authorities

The Consulate-General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Kano has held an official ceremony to distribute 1,250 cartons of dates to the state government and other northern Nigerian states as part of its annual humanitarian relief efforts. The event took place in Kano yesterday as religious groups, the underprivileged and orphanages benefitted from the […]

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4 w. ago BREAKING: Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Ramadan begins Saturday

Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the Ramadan crescent in the Kingdom. The month of Ramadan is the ninth of the 12 months of the Islamic calendar. PUNCH Online reports that the Saudi Royal Court said Taraweeh prayer will be Read More

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4 w. ago Ramadan: Fasting Begins Saturday As Saudi Arabia Confirms Sighting Crescent Moon

Saudi Arabia has officially announced that the holy month of Ramadan will commence on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the crescent moon on Friday. The Kingdom’s Supreme Court confirmed the sighting on Friday evening, marking the beginning of the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, a time of fasting, prayer, and spiritual […]

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4 w. ago Nigeria signs agreement to key into Saudi Arabia’s $7.7trn Halal Economy

To position Nigeria as a major player in the $7.7 trillion global halal industry, the Federal Government has signed a collaboration agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Halal Products Development Company (HPDC). Speaking at the signing ceremony at the Makkah Halal Forum in Saudi Arabia, Vice President Kashim Shettima noted that the partnership represents a game-changing opportunity […] The post Nigeria signs agreement to key into Saudi Arabia’s $7.7trn Halal Economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Nigeria signs pact with Saudi Arabia to boost $7.7trn halal economy

Tribune Online Nigeria signs pact with Saudi Arabia to boost $7.7trn halal economy Nigerian Government has signed a cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia's Halal Products Development Company (HPDC) to establish Nigeria as a leading player in the global halal market valued at $7.7 trillion. Nigeria signs pact with Saudi Arabia to boost $7.7trn halal economy Tribune Online

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last month King Salman of Saudi Arabia donates food to less privileged in Kebbi

Tribune Online King Salman of Saudi Arabia donates food to less privileged in Kebbi Authorities of the King Salman Humanitarian Relief Centre in faraway Saudi Arabia on Wednesday brought succour to the less privileged ones in Kebbi State as the organisation presented thousands of varieties of food items to them and the vulnerable ones. The Saudi organisation, which presented the food items through the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) […] King Salman of Saudi Arabia donates food to less privileged in Kebbi Tribune Online

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