2 h. ago Cultural sensitivity limiting FG’s control over gold mining — Minister

Tribune Online Cultural sensitivity limiting FG’s control over gold mining — Minister The Federal Government has faced challenges in fully controlling gold mining, particularly in northern Nigeria, due to cultural sensitivities. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the outcome of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday. […] Cultural sensitivity limiting FG’s control over gold mining — Minister Tribune Online

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2 h. ago MURIC Accuses CAN Of Double Standards Over Ramadan School Closures

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has responded to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), over its criticism of the decision by four Northern states Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi to extend school closures during Ramadan. MURIC’s Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, accused CAN of overstepping its boundaries and displaying double standards regarding Muslim practices. CAN […] The post MURIC Accuses CAN Of Double Standards Over Ramadan School Closures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago CAN exhibiting double standards over Ramadan school closures — MURIC

The Muslim Rights Concern has issued a rebuttal to the Christian Association of Nigeria’s condemnation of the decision by four Northern states—Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi—to extend school closures for the Ramadan period. MURIC’s Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, accused CAN of overstepping its bounds and exhibiting double standards in matters concerning the Muslim community. Read More

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5 h. 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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9 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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12 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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23 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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24 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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24 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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3 d. ago World bank project: Northern States, FCT review performances in Kaduna meeting 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Participants from the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja on Thursday gathered in Kaduna to review their performances in project implementation of Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL),  a World Bank-financed project designed to tackle the pressing issues of land degradation and climate change in Northern Nigeria […] The post World bank project: Northern States, FCT review performances in Kaduna meeting  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago North at war against itself, gradually disintegrating — Babangida Aliyu

Tribune Online North at war against itself, gradually disintegrating — Babangida Aliyu An alarm has been raised that the Northern part of Nigeria is at war against itself and gradually disintegrating, needing urgent attention to salvage it from total collapse. North at war against itself, gradually disintegrating — Babangida Aliyu Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Social Media Influencers Mobilise For Impact In Northern Nigeria

A social media influencers group, Social Media Awareness and Promotion Development Association (SMAPDA) has tasked social media influencers in the North to use their platforms to change negative narratives about the region while utilising it for impact and empowering selves financially. At the commencement of a seminar for over 300 influencers drawn from the 19 […]

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1 week ago CAN youth raises alarm over alleged impersonation in FCT, northern states

Tribune Online CAN youth raises alarm over alleged impersonation in FCT, northern states The Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN) has raised the alarm over the activities of impersonators masquerading as the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria for the 19 Northern States and FCT. A statement signed by the National Chairman of YOWICAN, Amb. Belusochukwu Enwere, stated that the impersonators have gone […] CAN youth raises alarm over alleged impersonation in FCT, northern states Tribune Online

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1 week ago Edwin Clark: Buhari, Govs, Kalu, Ohanaeze, INC, others react

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the Northern State Governors’ Forum (NSGF), the Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP), Governors Peter Mbah of Enugu State and Bassey Otu of Cross River,  Afenifere, Ijaw National Congress (INC), Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known Tompolo, Tanko Yakasai and others have condoled with the families of two prominent Nigerians […] The post Edwin Clark: Buhari, Govs, Kalu, Ohanaeze, INC, others react appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago There’s Need To Wake Up From Slumber” – Gombe Gov Charges Northern Leaders Amid Economic Hardship

Gombe State Governor, Inuwa Yahaya, has called on political leaders in northern part of the country to rise up to their responsibilities, in fixing major problems facing the region. Governor Yahaya noted that there are enough resources to tap in the North to end economic hardship currently affecting Nigeria. Speaking on Monday during a visitation […] The post There’s Need To Wake Up From Slumber” – Gombe Gov Charges Northern Leaders Amid Economic Hardship appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Gov Inuwa harps on unity, collective purpose to overcome regional challenges

Tribune Online Gov Inuwa harps on unity, collective purpose to overcome regional challenges Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has stressed the urgent need for collective action to tackle the challenges facing Northern Nigeria, particularly insecurity and underdevelopment. He also emphasised the need for the North to overcome ethno-religious and political differences, provide visionary leadership, and drive sustainable development. The governor made these remarks while receiving the leadership […] Gov Inuwa harps on unity, collective purpose to overcome regional challenges Tribune Online

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