49 m. ago Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria

Tribune Online Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has criticized the decision by some northern state governors to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan, describing it as a violation of the country’s secular principles and a threat to education. In a statement signed by CBCN President Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji and Secretary Bishop Donatus A. […] Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs

Tribune Online Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs Parents have criticised the governments of four northern states: Katsina, Kebbi, Kano, and Bauchi for shutting down schools during the ongoing Ramadan fasting, describing the decision as shocking and completely unwise. The National President of the Parent-Teacher Association of Nigeria (PTAN), Alhaji Haruna Danjuma, expressed this position in an exclusive interview with the Nigerian Tribune […] Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Ramadan: Northern CAN condemns school closures in Bauchi, others

The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern States and Abuja has condemned the closure of public and private schools in some Northern states during Ramadan. While condemning the action of the affected states, the Christian body asked northern governors to match education with spiritual practice. The call followed the directive to close public Read More

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8 h. ago NANS Warns Of Nationwide Protests Over Ramadan School Closures In Northern States

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened nationwide protests if the governors of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states fail to reverse their decision to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan. NANS National Public Relations Officer, Samson Adeyemi, criticized the move as an infringement on students’ right to uninterrupted education. In a […] The post NANS Warns Of Nationwide Protests Over Ramadan School Closures In Northern States appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. 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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16 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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19 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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19 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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19 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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21 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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26 h. ago Ramadan: Middle Belt Forum condemns closure of schools in North

Tribune Online Ramadan: Middle Belt Forum condemns closure of schools in North It posited that the action serves as a stark confirmation of the long-standing fears among non-Muslims in these states—that the implementation of Sharia does not differentiate between Muslims and non-Muslims. Ramadan: Middle Belt Forum condemns closure of schools in North Tribune Online

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59 h. ago Disquiet as three Northern states shut schools for Ramadan fast

Tribune Online Disquiet as three Northern states shut schools for Ramadan fast •Christian private schools appeal for review THE governments of three northern states, Katsina, Kebbi and Bauchi, have directed all schools, public and private, to proceed on holiday for the whole month of Ramadan when strict fasting is observed by Muslims. The governments said the holiday is to allow students, teachers and other stakeholders to observe […] Disquiet as three Northern states shut schools for Ramadan fast Tribune Online

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2 d. ago Ramadan: Church Distributes Foodstuffs, Others To Needy Muslims In Kaduna

The Church of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry, Sabon Tasha, Kaduna, on Friday distributed food items to over 1,000 Muslims and Islamic schools in preparation for the 30-day Ramadan fasting period. General Overseer of the Church, Pastor Yohanna Buru while distributing the items at the Kano Road Central Mosque in Kaduna, explained that the […]

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3 d. ago Ramadan: Sultan alerts Muslims on moon, Bauchi, Kebbi schools shut

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, presided over by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged Muslims to look out for the 2025 Ramadan moon from Friday, February 28, 2025. The Sultan made the call on Thursday in a statement signed by the Secretary General of the NSCIA, Prof Ishaq Oloyede. Read More

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8 d. ago We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu

Tribune Online We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu Dr Bitrus Pogu is the National President of the Middle Belt Forum and one of the leaders of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders’ Forum (SMBLF). In this interview with ISAAC SHOBAYO, Dr Pogu speaks on the demise of the Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, and the leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), […] We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu Tribune Online

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1 week ago Clark: Dogged fighter, uncompromising patriot, bridge builder

Tribune Online Clark: Dogged fighter, uncompromising patriot, bridge builder MONDAY night, another great heart stopped breathing. Pa Edwin Kiagbodo Clark took a flight to eternity barely a few days after his close ally, compatriots and companion, Pa Ayo Adebanjo exited. Ironically, both men were the joint leader of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF). Like a Siamese twins, Pa Clark and Pa […] Clark: Dogged fighter, uncompromising patriot, bridge builder Tribune Online

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