14 h. ago Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day

• Kano, Kebbi traders lament losses, seek assistance from govt, others From Desmond Mgboh, Kano and Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   In the dawn hours of Friday, a day when Muslims were celebrating the Sallah festival, a mysterious fire crept in and gutted part of the Kano GSM Market along Farm Centre in the metropolis. […] The post Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago June 12: Gov Ododo calls on youths to be guardians of democracy

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has called on the youths to be the ‘guardians’ of democracy, saying the sacrifices made by the pro-democracy heroes must not be in vain. The governor also called on Nigerians to rekindle the spirit of unity, civic responsibility, and democratic engagement as the nation marks […] The post June 12: Gov Ododo calls on youths to be guardians of democracy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Democracy Day: Okpebholo, Ododo task Nigerians on democratic principles

Tribune Online Democracy Day: Okpebholo, Ododo task Nigerians on democratic principles As Nigerians commemorated June 12, Democracy Day, Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, and Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, urged citizens to reflect on democratic principles and values. Democracy Day: Okpebholo, Ododo task Nigerians on democratic principles Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Democracy Day: Ododo Tasks Nigerians On Unity, Civic Responsibility

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo has called on Nigerians to rekindle the spirit of unity, civic responsibility and democratic engagement as the nation marks the 2025 Democracy Day on June 12. In a message to commemorate the day, Governor Ododo described June 12 as a defining moment in Nigeria’s journey toward democratic governance, calling […]

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4 d. ago Maigari Lokoja Lauds Ododo For Ensuring Peace, Unity Of Kogi

The Maigari of Lokoja, His Royal Highness Ibrahim Gambo Kabir Maikarfi IV, has commended the Kogi State governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for his tireless effort and commitment to ensuring peace, unity, and development across the state. The royal father who is the chairman of Lokoja Local Government Area Traditional Council made the commendation during […]

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4 d. ago Kogi governor urges Muslims to reflect on virtues of obedience, sacrifice as they celebrate Sallah

Ahmed Usman Ododo, governor of Kogi State, has urged Muslims in the state to reflect on the virtues of obedience, read more Kogi governor urges Muslims to reflect on virtues of obedience, sacrifice as they celebrate Sallah

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4 d. ago Sallah: Business Owners Lament Low Patronage, Urge Govt’s Action

Some business owners in the Federal capital Territory (FCT) have expressed concern over low patronage, despite the holidays and Sallah celebrations. The business owners told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday that they had anticipated increased sales and made efforts to restock, but were disappointed at the turn out. They, however, attributed the […]

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4 d. ago Gov Ododo Hails Prince Olatunji’s Humanitarian Gestures In Kogi

Kogi State governor, Ahmed Ododo, has showered praises on Prince Olatunji Olusoji, the founder of the Prince Olatunji Olusoji Foundation (PROOF), for his exceptional humanitarian endeavours in the State. Prince Olatunji’s humanitarian gestures earned him accolades and commendations from the governor, who described him as a valuable asset to Kogi State due to his relentless […]

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6 d. ago Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops in frontline, salutes troops for bravery

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has again visited troops fighting the counterterrorism war in Borno state to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir, with them. Oluyede, accompanied by his Principal Staff Officers(PSOs), and other top commanders in the Nigerian army, arrived Maiduguri, the Borno State Capital, early Saturday morning, from […] The post Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops in frontline, salutes troops for bravery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops, salutes soldiers for bravery

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has again visited troops fighting the counterterrorism war in Borno state to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir, with them. Oluyede, accompanied by his Principal Staff Officers(PSOs), and other top commanders in the Nigerian army, arrived Maiduguri, the Borno State Capital, early Saturday morning, from […] The post Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops, salutes soldiers for bravery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago ECN urges stakeholders to support Tinubu’s solar energy drive

The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has assured Nigerians that the Renewed Hope Initiative of President Bola Tinubu was committed to ensuring that Nigerians enjoy improved power supply across the country. He made the observation in his congratulatory message to Nigerians, particularly the Muslim faithful on the celebration […] The post ECN urges stakeholders to support Tinubu’s solar energy drive appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Wear tolerance like cloth, spread love, Gov Alia urges Muslims at Eid el

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has felicitated with the Muslim faithful, as they commemorate this year’s Eid El- Kabir, a significant spiritual event in the Muslim Calendar. The Governor, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS) Tersoo Kula, charged the Muslim faithful to always wear tolerance […] The post Wear tolerance like cloth, spread love, Gov Alia urges Muslims at Eid el-Kabir appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Sallah: Former Gov Yahaya Bello urges Muslims to show kindness, love to underprivileged

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja   Former Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Yahaya Bello, CON, has extended warm greetings to the Muslim Ummah, the people of Kogi State, and President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.   In his goodwill message signed by Michael Ohiare his media director , Bello emphasized […] The post Sallah: Former Gov Yahaya Bello urges Muslims to show kindness, love to underprivileged appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Exhibit faith through good actions, Ahmadiyya Jama’at tells Muslims in Eid message

Tribune Online Exhibit faith through good actions, Ahmadiyya Jama’at tells Muslims in Eid message AS Muslims across the world mark the sacred occasion of Eid al-Adha, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria has urged believers to ensure their faith is demonstrated through consistent good actions. In an Eid message, the Amir of the organisation, Alhaji Azeez Alatoye, congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the opportunity to witness another Eid and […] Exhibit faith through good actions, Ahmadiyya Jama’at tells Muslims in Eid message Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Mutfwang celebrates Sallah with Muslims, Seeks Prayers For Enduring Peace In Plateau

From Jude Owuamanam Jos Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has extended his warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah in Plateau State and around the world on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. In a goodwill message to mark the celebration, signed by the Director of Press and Public Affairs Gyang Bere, Mutfwang urged the Muslim […] The post Mutfwang celebrates Sallah with Muslims, Seeks Prayers For Enduring Peace In Plateau appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Gov Makinde, Bala felicitate Muslims, urge prayers for Nigeria

Tribune Online Gov Makinde, Bala felicitate Muslims, urge prayers for Nigeria Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde and his Bauchi counterpart Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed have extended their heartfelt felicitations to Muslims in their states and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. Gov Makinde, Bala felicitate Muslims, urge prayers for Nigeria Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Sallah celebration: Oyo NSCDC deploys 2,750 personnel for security

Tribune Online Sallah celebration: Oyo NSCDC deploys 2,750 personnel for security The Oyo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed no fewer than 2,750 personnel across the state to provide effective security coverage and ensure a hitch-free celebration. Sallah celebration: Oyo NSCDC deploys 2,750 personnel for security Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Sallah: Zamfara NSCDC deploys 725 personnel for safe celebration

From John Bassey, Gusau The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 725 personnel to the streets and major areas of the state to enforce law and order and ensure a hitch-free celebration during the festive season. According to a statement by ASCI Umar Mohammad, the Zamfara State […] The post Sallah: Zamfara NSCDC deploys 725 personnel for safe celebration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Gov Bago Suspends Sallah Celebrations To Honour Flood Victims In Niger

Niger State Governor, Umar Bago, has cancelled all Eid-el-Kabir activities, to honor victims of the recent flood incident that happened in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state. Recall that the natural disaster occurred on the night of May 29, 2025 and killed over 200 people, and displaced 3,018 residents. It was gathered that Governor […] The post Gov Bago Suspends Sallah Celebrations To Honour Flood Victims In Niger appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Maintain watertight security nationwide, NCoS boss tasks officers

Tribune Online Maintain watertight security nationwide, NCoS boss tasks officers Ahead of the Sallah celebration, the Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has charged Zonal Coordinators, State Command Controllers, and other senior officers of the Service to maintain watertight security around all the Custodial Centres across the country. Maintain watertight security nationwide, NCoS boss tasks officers Tribune Online

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