8 h. ago Sallah: Kebbi Gov says his administration will be fair to all

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has noted that his administration would be just and fair to all the people of the state. Idris, who stated this while speaking to newsmen immediately after the Eid-el-Fitr prayer in Birnin Kebbi, said his administration would be guided by the principles of justice […] The post Sallah: Kebbi Gov says his administration will be fair to all appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Sallah: 2 Die, 20 Others Injured In Gombe Eid Ground Stampede

There was tragedy on Sallah Day this Sunday in Gombe State as two persons died at the Central Eid praying ground following a stampede that occurred. Our correspondent reports that the stampede happened at about 10:45pm shortly after the conclusion of the eid prayers led by the chief imam of Gombe and attended by the […]

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21 h. ago Gov Aliyu pays Sallah homage to Sultan, calls for collective support against banditry

Tribune Online Gov Aliyu pays Sallah homage to Sultan, calls for collective support against banditry Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has called for collective efforts from all segments of society to combat banditry in the state.  The governor made the call during a Sallah homage to the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar at his palace. The governor, according to a statement by Abubakar Bawa, his press secretary, highlighted […] Gov Aliyu pays Sallah homage to Sultan, calls for collective support against banditry Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Navy Rescues 15 Passengers, Recovers Cargo Boat From Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of the Nigerian Navy have rescued 15 passengers on board a local commercial boat from suspected kidnappers along the Bonny River in Rivers State. The Base Operations Officer of Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (NNFOB), Bonny, Lieutenant Commander Sirajo Al-Mustapha who disclosed this in a statement in Port Harcourt, said the incident occurred during […]

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27 h. ago Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi

Tribune Online Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Emir Sanusi also declared that the annual traditional heritage, usually celebrated at the end of Ramadan, is not a matter of life and death but a cultural symbol dating back to the 15th century. Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo

Tribune Online Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo   THE killing of 16 travellers suspected to be kidnappers by a mob in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government of Edo State has continued to draw wide condemnations across the country. Recall that 16 hunters travelling to Kano State from Rivers for Sallah festivities were intercepted by local vigilantes after which they were beaten […] Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Emir Sanusi backs Sallah Durbar ban, cites security concerns

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has supported the ban on the annual Sallah Durbar, emphasising that the decision was necessary for peace and security in the state. Speaking at an Iftar dinner at his palace on Saturday, Sanusi described the Durbar—an age-old cultural tradition—as non-essential compared to the safety of Kano residents Read More

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31 h. ago “We’ve Tolerated Enough Barbaric Acts By Southerners Against Northerners” – NEF

Northern Elders Forum has kicked against recent killings of some northern travellers in Edo State. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that hunters, suspected to be terrorists were killed and set ablaze by angry mob in Uromi area of the state. Following the unfortunate incident, President Bola Tinubu ordered for immediate arrest and prosecution of […] The post “We’ve Tolerated Enough Barbaric Acts By Southerners Against Northerners” – NEF appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. 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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40 h. ago Sallah: Police deploy personnel to enhance security in Katsina

Ahead of Sunday’s upcoming Sallah celebrations, the Katsina State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, said on Saturday that the command has deployed adequate personnel to enhance security. In a statement on Saturday, he said, “The command under the stewardship of CP Bello Shehu has deployed adequate personnel, operational assets, and enhanced visibility patrols Read More

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43 h. ago No attack on Igbo travelers in Kano – Police dismiss viral report

Tribune Online No attack on Igbo travelers in Kano – Police dismiss viral report The Kano State Police Command has stated that the viral news circulating on social media about an attack on an 18-seater bus carrying Igbo passengers in Kano is completely false and misleading. This information was included in a statement signed by the command’s public relations officer, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, which was made available to the […] No attack on Igbo travelers in Kano – Police dismiss viral report Tribune Online

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43 h. ago IPCR condemns Edo travellers’ lynching, calls for investigation

The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution on Saturday condemned the brutal killing of some Northern travellers in Uromi, Edo State. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters, were on their way to Kano on Friday to celebrate the Sallah festivities when members of the Edo State Security Corps and local vigilantes intercepted them. In a statement Read More

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47 h. ago New Enugu Air to boost passenger traffic, creat job opportunities – Airport Manager

Hilary Umunna has said Enugu Air is expected to significantly boost passengers' traffic, increase revenue generation. read more New Enugu Air to boost passenger traffic, creat job opportunities – Airport Manager

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54 h. ago After travel chaos from airport fire, Heathrow faces fresh crisis linked to worker strike

Heathrow is braced for further disruption next month as hundreds of passenger assistance workers prepare to strike for four days. read more After travel chaos from airport fire, Heathrow faces fresh crisis linked to worker strike

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58 h. ago Dollar Sallah allowance: Why EFCC should go after Reps —Dr Yemi Farounbi

Tribune Online Dollar Sallah allowance: Why EFCC should go after Reps —Dr Yemi Farounbi Nigeria’s former Ambassador to the Philippines and senior citizen, Dr. Yemi Farounbi, in this interview by SAM NWAOKO, speaks on a number of national issues. The National Assembly of Nigeria has been in the news lately for not too pleasant reasons. How do these pieces of news come to you? It is shocking, it is […] Dollar Sallah allowance: Why EFCC should go after Reps —Dr Yemi Farounbi Tribune Online

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64 h. ago Governor Okpebholo Orders Probe Into Brutal Mob Attack In Edo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has condemned the brutal mob killing of 16 travelers in Uromi, who were falsely accused of being kidnappers. The governor visited Uromi and ordered a thorough investigation into the incident, describing it as “barbaric and condemnable”. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters, were traveling for Sallah festivities when they were intercepted […] The post Governor Okpebholo Orders Probe Into Brutal Mob Attack In Edo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Mob Kills 16 Travelers In Edo Over False Kidnapping Allegations

Tragedy struck in Edo State’s Udune Efandion community as 16 travelers from Northern Nigeria were brutally killed. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters, were on their way from Port Harcourt to Kano for Sallah festivities when they were falsely labeled as kidnappers. A security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama confirmed the incident on his X […] The post Mob Kills 16 Travelers In Edo Over False Kidnapping Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Barau Urges Security Agencies To Go After Killers Of Northern Travellers In Edo

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has condemned the killing of Northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of Edo State, urging security agencies to immediately go after the perpetrators. A mob had intercepted the victims, mostly Hausa hunters, who were on their way to Kano for Sallah celebrations, ransacked […]

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69 h. ago Killing of Edo hunters must be thoroughly investigated – Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has demanded a thorough and impartial investigation into the killing of some hunters in Edo State. The 2023 presidential candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) made the call in a statement issued on Friday. It was learnt that the hunters, who were travelling for Sallah, were intercepted […] The post Killing of Edo hunters must be thoroughly investigated – Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Okpebholo condemns mob killing of travellers accused of kidnapping, police arrest four

The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has condemned the mob attack and killing of some travellers accused of kidnapping in the state. PUNCH Online learnt that some hunters who were travelling for Sallah were said to have been killed. A mob had intercepted the victims at Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo Read More

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