1 hour ago NANS threatens protest over Ramadan school closure in Northern states

The National Association of Nigerian Students has threatened to embark on nationwide protests if the governors of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states do not reverse their decision to close down schools for five weeks for the Ramadan fast within 72 hours. NANS, in a statement on Monday by its National Public Relations Officer, Samson Read More

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2 h. ago Ramadan: NEDC Begins Distribution Of Items To PWDs, Others In Borno 

North East Development Commission (NEDC) has begun distributing various Ramadan food and non-food items, including thousands of bags of rice, bags of sugar, cartons of spaghetti, cartons of vegetable oil, mats, and blankets, among others, to persons living with disabilities (PWDs), orphans, widows, and other vulnerable groups in the 27 local government areas of Borno […]

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2 h. ago Mohbad: Wunmi calls out ‘TikTok activist’ Yomi Fabiyi over incitement, defamation

By Seyi Babalola Wunmi, the embattled wife of late musician Ilerioluwa Aloba nicknamed Mohbad, has openly condemned controversial actor Yomi Fabiyi, accusing him of incitement, misleading the public, and reckless exploitation. During an interview on Arise News TV, Wunmi stated her dissatisfaction with the damage Fabiyi has done to her reputation since joining the Justice […] The post Mohbad: Wunmi calls out ‘TikTok activist’ Yomi Fabiyi over incitement, defamation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Middle Belt Forum faults closure of northern schools for Ramadan

The Middle Belt Forum has strongly condemned the closure of public and private schools in parts of Kebbi and Southern Bauchi states to observe Ramadan, calling it unjust to non-Muslim students. In a statement released in Kaduna on Sunday, MBF national spokesman, Luka Binniyat, argued that the move reinforced fears that Sharia law in these Read More

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11 h. ago Ramadan: PDP calls for unity, prayers amid rising insecurity

The Acting National Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party Umar Damagum, has called on Muslims to use the fasting period to promote political unity and national cohesion among Nigerians. Damagun made the call in his 2025 Ramadan message made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Sokoto. In a statement through his Senior Special Read More

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11 h. ago Ramadan: 5 weeks closure of schools in northern states unacceptable — CAN

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned the decision of some northern states governors to shut down schools, public and private, for five weeks period of Ramadan. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement, on Sunday, said that CAN views the decision of governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi […] The post Ramadan: 5 weeks closure of schools in northern states unacceptable — CAN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago CAN Demands Reversal Of Ramadan School Closure Policy in Northern States

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has threatened legal action against the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states over their directive to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan. CAN criticized the move as discriminatory, arguing that it violates the rights of non-Muslim students who are denied access to education during the period. […] The post CAN Demands Reversal Of Ramadan School Closure Policy in Northern States appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Ramadan: Closing schools will worsen educational crisis in northern Nigeria, CAN warns

Tribune Online Ramadan: Closing schools will worsen educational crisis in northern Nigeria, CAN warns The CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement on Sunday, said Northern Nigeria is already grappling with a high rate of out-of-school children; hence, this decision will further worsen the situation. Ramadan: Closing schools will worsen educational crisis in northern Nigeria, CAN warns Tribune Online

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13 h. ago CAN threatens legal action over Ramadan school closures in northern states

The Christian Association of Nigeria has issued an ultimatum to the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states, demanding the reversal of their directives mandating a five-week closure of schools for the Ramadan fast. CAN described the move as discriminatory and a violation of the rights of non-Muslim students, warning that it would pursue Read More

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14 h. ago Bogoro Council Boss, Sumi, partners Police to combat crime, other security challenges

The Chairman of Bogoro Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Yakubu Lawi Sumi has vowed to partner police and other read more Bogoro Council Boss, Sumi, partners Police to combat crime, other security challenges

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14 h. ago Bala flags off distribution of ICT gadgets to 7,000 beneficiaries in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir has flagged-off the distribution of ICT gadgets to seven thousand (7,000) beneficiaries under read more Bala flags off distribution of ICT gadgets to 7,000 beneficiaries in Bauchi

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14 h. ago Southern Arewa leader Sarkin Sasa buried, son named successor

The remains of Sarkin Sasa, Haruna Maiyasin Katsina, who died at the age of 125, were laid to rest on Sunday at his residence in the Sasa community, Akinyele Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo State. He was interred at exactly 1:45 pm. Until his demise, Sarkin Sasa was the Chairman of the Council of ArewaTraditional Read More

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15 h. ago Ramadan: Use fasting to promote unity, Damagum urges Muslims

Tribune Online Ramadan: Use fasting to promote unity, Damagum urges Muslims “As a nation, we are faced with numerous security and developmental challenges that threaten our collective survival. This is why we must take advantage of the Ramadan season to pray for peace, stability, and progress,” Damagum stated. Ramadan: Use fasting to promote unity, Damagum urges Muslims Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Ganduje to Muslims: Remember the poor; pray for Tinubu during Ramadan 

Tribune Online Ganduje to Muslims: Remember the poor; pray for Tinubu during Ramadan  The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has urged privileged Muslims to show generosity to their fellow Muslims during the month of Ramadan. Ganduje gave the admonition at the weekend in his message to the Muslim Umma in Nigeria and around the world as the holy month of Ramadan commences. […] Ganduje to Muslims: Remember the poor; pray for Tinubu during Ramadan  Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Akeredolu’s wife to Akpabio: Drafting your wife to fight Natasha ‘highly disingenuous’

Tribune Online Akeredolu’s wife to Akpabio: Drafting your wife to fight Natasha ‘highly disingenuous’ In a statement shared on her official X handle on Sunday, Akeredolu condemned Akpabio’s approach, stating that in more developed societies, he would have stepped down to clear his name rather than Akeredolu’s wife to Akpabio: Drafting your wife to fight Natasha ‘highly disingenuous’ Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Pastor Ighodalo Responds To Remarriage Rumours With Kate Henshaw, Suggests Fake News Spreader Should Pay Tithe

Senior pastor of Trinity House, Ituah Ighodalo, has spoken out about the rumours surrounding his alleged plans to remarry Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw, several years after the passing of his first wife, Ibidunni Ighodalo. In an interview with media personality Osayuwamen Saleh on Upgradetv, posted on Instagram on Saturday, Pastor Ituah Ighodalo reflected on his […] The post Pastor Ighodalo Responds To Remarriage Rumours With Kate Henshaw, Suggests Fake News Spreader Should Pay Tithe appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Onaiyekan urges Christian, Muslim unity during Lent, Ramadan

As Christians and Muslims observe their sacred seasons of Lent and Ramadan, the Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, has called for greater unity between the two faiths. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Abuja, Onaiyekan emphasised the shared values of both Christianity and Islam, particularly the Read More

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16 h. ago My administration is not into land grabbing – Bauchi Governor

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has denied that his administration was into land grabbing enrich to individuals, companies and investors at the detriment of poor farmers. Mohammed made the remark at the weekend, while seaking as a Special Guest of Honour at the launching of the Irrigate Nigeria Project  by the […] The post My administration is not into land grabbing – Bauchi Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Tinubu: First Ramadan in Nigeria’s history food, fuel prices have dropped — Reno Omokri

Tribune Online Tinubu: First Ramadan in Nigeria’s history food, fuel prices have dropped — Reno Omokri According to him, food prices have dropped across the country, with some areas experiencing a drastic reduction, while others have seen marginal decreases.  Tinubu: First Ramadan in Nigeria’s history food, fuel prices have dropped — Reno Omokri Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Bauchi Community In Shock As Man Kills Wife Over Ramadan Meal

A tragic incident in Bauchi State has shocked the community as a 50-year-old man, Alhaji Nuru Isah, allegedly beat his 24-year-old wife, Wasila Abdullahi, to death over a domestic dispute during Ramadan. The incident occurred on March 1, 2025, in the Fadamam Mada area. According to the Bauchi State Police Command, the couple argued over […] The post Bauchi Community In Shock As Man Kills Wife Over Ramadan Meal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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