15 h. ago God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings – Chief Imam Of Benin

Sheikh Abdul-Fattah Enabulele, the Chief Imam of Benin, has expressed concern over the rising killings across Nigeria, stating that God is displeased with the nation. He lamented the increasing violence, urging Nigerians to embrace peace, justice, and unity he emphasised that bloodshed and injustice hinder divine blessings and called on leaders to take urgent steps […] The post God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings – Chief Imam Of Benin appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Disregard rumour, Osun safe, peaceful, govt tells holidaymakers

The Osun State Government has reassured holidaymakers that the state is safe and peaceful, despite recent social media claims to the contrary.  The government urged visitors to disregard rumours and explore the state during their stay. The reassurances come in the wake of recent communal clashes in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun communities that resulted Read More

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54 h. ago SDP presidential candidate calls for unity, peace among religions in Nigeria

Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has urged Nigerians to embrace peace and unity, read more SDP presidential candidate calls for unity, peace among religions in Nigeria

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6 d. ago Bauchi gov appoints Ladi Hamma as new AGILE project coordinator

Tribune Online Bauchi gov appoints Ladi Hamma as new AGILE project coordinator Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has approved the appointment of Hajiya Ladi Mohammed Hamma as the new Project Coordinator for the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE). Bauchi gov appoints Ladi Hamma as new AGILE project coordinator Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Rivers Crisis: Reps Member Urges Tinubu To Restore Fubara, Engage Abdulsalami Committee

Lawmaker representing Andoni/Opobo/Mkoro Federal Constituency in Rivers State, Awaji-Inombek Abiante, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to restore Sim Fubara as Governor of the state. The lawmaker also urged Tinubu to engage the National Peace Committee headed by former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, to mediate with the warring parties in the oil-rich state. Recall […] The post Rivers Crisis: Reps Member Urges Tinubu To Restore Fubara, Engage Abdulsalami Committee appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Osun Residents Urged To Embrace Peace To Resolve LG, Communal Disputes

The people of Osun State have been charged to embrace peace as only acceptable atmosphere to ensure resolution of political and communal disputes in the state and among feuding communities. A humanitarian, Omooba Adeyemi Victor Adegbuyi gave the charge recently when he presented palliative items to widows in Oke-Ana Ijesha of Oriade local government area […]

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9 d. ago Ifon/Ilobu crisis: Embrace peaceful negotiation, NANS urges warring communities

Tribune Online Ifon/Ilobu crisis: Embrace peaceful negotiation, NANS urges warring communities NANS in the statement lamented that the conflicts not only threaten the harmony of the communities but also disrupt the academic pursuits of students in the affected areas. Ifon/Ilobu crisis: Embrace peaceful negotiation, NANS urges warring communities Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Coalition urges Wike, Fubara to sign peace pact within 90 days

The Coalition for Democracy and Development has called on the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and the suspended Governor, Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara to put aside their differences and sign a new peace pact within the next 90 days. The CDD condemned both Wike and Fubara urging them to prioritise the welfare of the people in Read More

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1 week ago 1 Feared Killed In Fresh Communal Clash Between Osun Communities

One person has been reportedly killed in a renewed hostilities over land ownership between Ifon-Orolu and Ilobu communities in Osun State. Meanwhile, Osun State government has directed immediate security operations to restore peace between the warring communities and further urged the constituted peace committee over the matter to revive the lost peace in the areas. […]

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1 week ago CAN urges peaceful coexistence, advocates empowerment for Bauchi women

The Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria has advocated for peaceful coexistence among Nigerians. WOWICAN chairperson Elizabeth Azizi made the call at the 8th WOWICAN Annual Convention held in Bauchi. At the event that brought together 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, Elizabeth emphasised the need for peaceful coexistence, women empowerment, Read More

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1 week ago Shun peace deals with bandits, DHQ urges northern communities

The Defence Headquarters has cautioned communities in northern Nigeria against seeking peace deals with bandits and terrorists for protection, stating that the military is not aware of such arrangements and does not support them. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye, made this known on Thursday while responding to questions during the Read More

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1 week ago Ramadan: Bauchi Govt Empowers Over 500 Orphans, Vulnerable Children

To uplift and improve the well-being of orphans and vulnerable children in this Holy Month of Ramadan, the Bauchi State Orphans and Vulnerable Children Agency (BASOVCA) has distributed foodstuffs and clothing materials to about 501 vulnerable children. LEADERSHIP reports that the beneficiaries were drawn from the 20 local government areas of the state. They were […]

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1 week ago NANS Defends Seyi Tinubu On Youth Empowerment, Chides Bauchi Gov’s Son

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has defended the empowerment initiative to the Nigerian youths of President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu. Apparently reacting to criticisms by Shamsudeen Bala Mohammed, son of the Bauchi State governor, NANS’ Senate President, Usman Nagwaza condemned what he described as an attempt to shift government responsibilities to private […]

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1 week ago State of emergency declaration in Rivers, step in right direction — Omokri

Tribune Online State of emergency declaration in Rivers, step in right direction — Omokri “I unequivocally support the President's action and urge all Nigerians to support the Federal Government in keeping the peace and maintaining law and order in Nigeria.  State of emergency declaration in Rivers, step in right direction — Omokri Tribune Online

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1 week ago IBB Golf Club Captain Sues For Peace, Rule Of Law Amidst Security Shutdown

The captain of the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Ibrahim Babayo, is urging a peaceful resolution to the internal crisis currently affecting the club, which has arisen from allegations and misunderstandings concerning its governance. Speaking to journalists in Abuja yesterday, Babayo emphasized the need for transparency and clear communication regarding the circumstances that led […]

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2 w. ago Empower Bauchi youths during your visit, gov’s son tells Seyi Tinubu

Shamsuddeen, the son of the Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has made an appeal to Seyi, son of President Bola Tinuu, not to reduce Bauchi youths to beggars on his tour to the state. Mohammed, in a Facebook post on Sunday, urged Tinubu to provide Bauchi youths with employment opportunities, resources to start businesses, and Read More

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2 w. ago Natasha: Women Group Supports Akpabio, Takes Protests To UN House

The Women for Change Vanguard has announced a planned peaceful protest at the UN House in Abuja on Friday, urging Nigerian women to gather and demand evidence from Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan regarding her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement by its spokesperson, Arc (Mrs) Margaret Adesuwa Ehilebo, the group […]

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3 w. ago Embrace alternative dispute resolution for peace, NDDC urges Niger Delta youths

Tribune Online Embrace alternative dispute resolution for peace, NDDC urges Niger Delta youths The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has urged youths in the region to adopt the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism in settling the many disputes and conflicts that often arise in the region and threaten the development and progress of the region. Embrace alternative dispute resolution for peace, NDDC urges Niger Delta youths Tribune Online

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3 w. ago CDS Seeks Prayers, Unity For National Dev’t During Ramadan, Lent

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa has urged Nigerians to be united in faith and pray for peace and national development. General Musa also charged Nigerians to derive strength from their diversity and not allow religious differences to destroy the country. The CDS made the calls during the Ramadan Iftar organised for […]

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4 w. ago Ramadan: Okpebholo, Fintri, Minister, others urge Muslims to pray for Nigeria’s peace, progress  

By Tony Osauzo (Benin), Billy Graham Abel (Yola), Olanrewaju Lawal (Birnin Kebbi), Charity Nwakaudu (Abuja), Laide Raheem (Abeokuta), Agaju Madugba (Katsina)   Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, urged the Muslim faithful to use the Ramadan period to pray for peace in Edo State and in Nigeria while extending love to their neighbours, the needy […] The post Ramadan: Okpebholo, Fintri, Minister, others urge Muslims to pray for Nigeria’s peace, progress   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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