2 w. ago Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called on Nigerians to support and encourage the military in its commitment to secure the country. The army chief made the call when he hosted frontline troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, to his special Eid-el-fitr celebration luncheon in Port […] The post Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Kogi Sallah Party: Hold Ododo, Bello, Akpabio Responsible If It Turns Violent, Natasha Tells Nigerians

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has told Nigerians to hold Kogi State governor Ahmed Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, responsible if her planned Eid-el-Fitr celebrations slated for this Tuesday in Kogi Central turned violent. Akpoti-Uduaghan disclosed this on Tuesday via her Facebook page, reaffirming her commitment to attending […]

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2 w. ago Natasha Akpoti to proceed with Sallah visit despite Kogi government’s security ban

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has reaffirmed her commitment to visiting Kogi Central for the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, despite security measures imposed by read more Natasha Akpoti to proceed with Sallah visit despite Kogi government’s security ban

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2 w. ago Homecoming rally: Hold Akpabio, Ododo, Yahaya Bello responsible if violence erupts – Natasha

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has expressed her enthusiasm to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with her constituents on Tuesday. She further asserted that any violent activities during the visit should be attributed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Kogi Governor Usman Ododo, and Yahaya Bello, the former governor of the state. The lawmaker, who stated that she […] The post Homecoming rally: Hold Akpabio, Ododo, Yahaya Bello responsible if violence erupts – Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Adamant Natasha Insists On Sallah Visit To Kogi Constituency

Despite a recent ban on public gatherings and rallies by the Kogi State hovernment, the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has reaffirmed her plans to visit her constituency for the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. In a statement issued by her media team on Tuesday, the Senator dismissed speculations that she had cancelled her scheduled visit, […]

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3 w. ago Why we deployed 900 personnel for Fitr celebration in Gombe – NSCDC boss

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Gombe State Command, has explained why it deployed 900 personnel to ensure a hitch-free Eid-el-Fitr celebration in the state. This was contained in a press statement signed by the Public Relations Officer SC Buhari Saad on Thursday, quoting  Commandant Gyama Gyawiya, the State Commandant of the NSCDC. The Read More

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3 w. ago Nasarawa LP condemns Edo killings, demands thorough investigation

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State chapter of the Labour Party has strongly condemned the killing of 16 Northern travellers in Uromi, Edo State, urging security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure swift justice for the victims. In a statement issued on Sunday in Lafia to mark this year’s Eid al-Fitr celebration, […] The post Nasarawa LP condemns Edo killings, demands thorough investigation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Ahmed Musa Breaks Silence On Edo Attack, Urges Nigerians To Value Life

Super Eagles player Ahmed Musa has expressed deep sorrow over the brutal killing of travellers in Edo State. In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Musa condemned the attack, describing it as a tragic loss of humanity. The victims, who were reportedly on their way to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, were hijacked and […] The post Ahmed Musa Breaks Silence On Edo Attack, Urges Nigerians To Value Life appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Commodities Prices Remain Unaffordable As Muslims Mark Sallah

Although, Eid-el-Fitr and Easter supposed to be celebrations that comes with wearing the best of clothes, eats the best of meals, merry with families, friends and relatives, however, the harsh economic realities has ensured that Nigerians had to cut down expenses, seek alternatives in the midst of low disposable income, LEADERSHIP Sunday  can now reveal. […]

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3 w. ago Shawwal moon: India, Malaysia, Iran, others to celebrate Eid

Tribune Online Shawwal moon: India, Malaysia, Iran, others to celebrate Eid-al-Fitr on Monday According to the Express Tribune, the crescent moon is expected to be visible to the naked eye on Sunday, signifying the conclusion of the holy month. Shawwal moon: India, Malaysia, Iran, others to celebrate Eid-al-Fitr on Monday Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Ondo acquires 10,000 hectares for youths, women’s agriculture project

The Ondo State Government has acquired 10,000 hectares of land in Akotogbo and Iyansan communities in Ese Odo Local Government Area of the state for an extensive agricultural project for youths and women who were into agriculture. It was gathered that the project was carried out in collaboration with a non-governmental organization known as the Read More

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3 w. ago Sultan of Sokoto calls for moon sighting ahead of Eid celebration

The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Muslims across the country to look out for the new moon of Shawwal 1446AH on Saturday, March 29, 2025. In a statement signed and made available to newsmen on Friday by the Waziri of Read More

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3 w. ago Sultan of Sokoto calls for moon sighting ahead of Eid celebration

Tribune Online Sultan of Sokoto calls for moon sighting ahead of Eid celebration According to the statement, "March 29 marks the 29th day of Ramadan 1446AH, making it the first possible day for moon sighting. Sultan of Sokoto calls for moon sighting ahead of Eid celebration Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Bayero didn’t cancel Sallah Durbar, he ended his drama –Kurawa

From Desmond Mgboh Kano The cancellation of a parallel Durbar initially planned by the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, during the coming Eid-el-Fitr Sallah celebrations in Kano, has been dismissed as a charade. A researcher and author,  Ibrahim Ado Kurawa, told newsmen that Bayero could not have staged the Durbar in the […] The post Bayero didn’t cancel Sallah Durbar, he ended his drama –Kurawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Emirship tussle: Police assure Kano residents of security ahead Eid

Tribune Online Emirship tussle: Police assure Kano residents of security ahead Eid-el-fitr The Kano State Police Command has assured residents of adequate security measures ahead of the upcoming Eid-el-fitr celebrations, particularly the Durbar festivities, of which both Emir Muhammad Sanusi and Emir Aminu Ado Bayero have announced different plans. The Kano state Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, made this known when he received delegations from […] Emirship tussle: Police assure Kano residents of security ahead Eid-el-fitr Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Again, tension in Kano as Sanusi, Bayero plan parallel Sallah durbar

There are strong indications that the hitherto simmering tension in Kano State over the emirship tussle may once get heated as the lingering tussle over the emirship takes a new turn ahead of the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. The two contenders to the emirship seat – Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, and Read More

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4 w. ago Flight Delays: Don’t Vandalise, Attack Airlines’ Workers, FAAN Warns Passengers

As the Eid-el-Fitri Sallah celebration draws nearer with the expected surge in flight schedules and passenger traffic, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has called on passengers to be guided by laws and restrain from destroying terminals and airlines’ properties due to flight delays, rescheduling and cancellations. Managing director of FAAN, Olubunmi Kuku, who […]

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4 w. ago Sallah: We won’t tolerate unruly behavior from passengers – FAAN 

By Chinelo Obogo   As the Eid-el-Fitri Sallah celebration approaches, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued a stern warning to passengers, stating that it won’t tolerate unruly behavior during the expected surge in flight schedules and passenger traffic. The authority emphasised the need for travelers to remain calm and law-abiding despite flight […] The post Sallah: We won’t tolerate unruly behavior from passengers – FAAN  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Gov Bala distributes clothing to 20,000 youths, women for Eid celebration

Tribune Online Gov Bala distributes clothing to 20,000 youths, women for Eid celebration Preparatory to the forthcoming Eid-El Fitri Salah celebration, Bauchi State Government has distributed clothing materials to over 20,000 youths and women across the state. The gesture is to enable the beneficiaries celebrate the Sallah with joy, despite the current economic challenges. Speaking during the distribution exercise in Bauchi on Sunday, the Senior Special Assistant to […] Gov Bala distributes clothing to 20,000 youths, women for Eid celebration Tribune Online

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