55 m. ago Sultan Declares Saturday Day 1 Of Ramadan Fasting, Calls For Support Among Nigerians

Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar III, has officially declared Saturday, March 1, 2025, as the first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Speaking from his palace on Friday evening, Sultan announced that the crescent moon was sighted earlier in the day, February 28, corresponding to the 29th day of Shaban. He […] The post Sultan Declares Saturday Day 1 Of Ramadan Fasting, Calls For Support Among Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 m. ago ‘Impunity Will No Longer Be Tolerated’ – Wike Reacts To Supreme Court Ruling On Rivers Assembly Crisis

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has hailed the Supreme Court’s decision affirming the legitimacy of the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martin Amaewhule. The apex court also upheld a previous ruling barring the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Accountant-General of the Federation from releasing statutory monthly allocations […] The post ‘Impunity Will No Longer Be Tolerated’ – Wike Reacts To Supreme Court Ruling On Rivers Assembly Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Ramadan: Tinubu urges Muslims to embrace piety, humility, selflessness

Tribune Online Ramadan: Tinubu urges Muslims to embrace piety, humility, selflessness As Muslims across Nigeria and the world begin the 2025 Ramadan fast, President Bola Tinubu has called on the faithful to embrace the profound lessons of piety, humility, and selflessness that the holy month represents. Ramadan: Tinubu urges Muslims to embrace piety, humility, selflessness Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Ramadan: Federal fire service launches special safety campaign

Tribune Online Ramadan: Federal fire service launches special safety campaign Ahead of the upcoming Ramadan celebrations, the Federal Fire Service (FFS) has launched a comprehensive safety campaign, urging householders to exercise extra caution in their homes and on the roads throughout the holy month. Ramadan: Federal fire service launches special safety campaign Tribune Online

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2 h. ago As Ramadan Begins, Tinubu Assures Nigerians Of Economic Stability

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world as they commence the 2025 Ramadan fasting season, urging them to embrace the core values of piety, humility, and selflessness that define the holy month. In a statement issued on Friday, the President expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting the faithful the […]

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2 h. ago Sokoto accuses ASUU of destabilising education, seeks return to classrooms

The Sokoto State Government has strongly condemned the ongoing strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Sokoto State University chapter, describing it as unnecessary and politically motivated. Speaking at a press conference in Sokoto on Friday, the State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Isa Muhammad Maishanu, expressed disappointment over the decision of ASUU-SSU Read More

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4 h. ago BREAKING: Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Ramadan begins Saturday

Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the Ramadan crescent in the Kingdom. The month of Ramadan is the ninth of the 12 months of the Islamic calendar. PUNCH Online reports that the Saudi Royal Court said Taraweeh prayer will be Read More

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4 h. ago MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

The Nigerian unit of MTN Group Ltd fell the most in 10 months in Lagos before recovering, as investors reacted read more MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

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4 h. ago Ramadan: Fasting Begins Saturday As Saudi Arabia Confirms Sighting Crescent Moon

Saudi Arabia has officially announced that the holy month of Ramadan will commence on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the crescent moon on Friday. The Kingdom’s Supreme Court confirmed the sighting on Friday evening, marking the beginning of the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, a time of fasting, prayer, and spiritual […]

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5 h. ago Regina Daniels returns to Instagram, removes Nwoko’s name, photos

Nollywood actress Regina Daniels returned to Instagram on Friday, making a bold move by removing her husband, Ned Nwoko’s name from her bio and deleting all pictures featuring him from her page. This change comes just days after the actress deactivated her account last Monday amid rumours that Nwoko was responsible for actress Chika Ike’s Read More

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7 h. ago AGILE project delivers 60 new schools in Kaduna in eight months

From Sola Ojo, Abuja In a significant boost to the education sector in Kaduna State, the Adolescent Girls Initiative Learning Enhancement (AGILE) project has delivered 60 new schools from scratch across the 23 Local Government Areas of the state within eight months. The AGILE project in Kaduna State is being implemented by the Federal Ministry […] The post AGILE project delivers 60 new schools in Kaduna in eight months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO

Tribune Online 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has reported that around 6,000 transformers were vandalised across Jigawa, Kano, and Katsina states during the four-day nationwide blackout. However, the company stated that KEDCO issues monthly bills totalling N12 billion across the three states but often collects less than N6 billion. Revealing this at a town hall meeting […] 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA

By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced a six-month closure of Ibadan Airport beginning in early March to facilitate comprehensive maintenance and upgrade works. In a statement shared via his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said the decision was necessary […] The post Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Nigerian Air France passengers diverted to Togo will return tonight – NCAA

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has given an update on the passengers who were diverted to Lome in Togo by Air France, following bad weather experienced by the airline in Abuja on Thursday. On his X handle on Friday, NCAA spokesman, Michael Achimugu said the 55 passengers were housed by the airline in a four-star Read More

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8 h. ago Nigerian Air France passengers in Togo to return tonight – NCAA

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has given an update on the passengers who were diverted to Lome in Togo by Air France, following bad weather experienced by the airline in Abuja on Thursday. On his X handle on Friday, NCAA spokesman, Michael Achimugu said the 55 passengers were housed by the airline in a four-star Read More

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8 h. ago Sophia Egbueje slams Burna Boy over failed promise after allegedly sleeping with her

By Seyi Babalola Sophia Egbueje, a popular Nigerian socialite, has accused artist Burna Boy of failing to keep his promise after allegedly sleeping with her. Sophia accused Burna Boy of having a one-night stand with her and failing to keep his promise to buy her a Lamborghini. Recounting their encounter in a leaked audio recording […] The post Sophia Egbueje slams Burna Boy over failed promise after allegedly sleeping with her appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation and aerospace development has threatened to reject summer schedule of foreign airlines who refuse read more Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

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8 h. ago Gombe sets up committees for Ramadan palliative distribution

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has established Ramadan palliative distribution committees to ensure the seamless distribution of relief materials to residents during the holy month. This was contained in a statement released on Friday by Professor Ibrahim Njodi, Secretary to the Government of Gombe State, conveying Governor Yahaya’s approval. The statement read, “The initiative aims Read More

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9 h. ago Sophia Egbueje Accuses Burna Boy Of Breaking Car Promise After ‘One

Nigerian music sensation Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy has been called out by Lagos big girl and socialite Sophia Egbueje for failing to fulfill his promise of buying her a Lamborghini after a ‘one-night stand.’ Recounting their encounter in a leaked audio recording between her and her friend, Sophia explained that the […]

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10 h. ago Stanley Obi, marketing strategist, releases new book on brand innovation strategies

After 18 month of research and writing, Stanley Obi, a marketing strategist, has released his book on innovation strategies for read more Stanley Obi, marketing strategist, releases new book on brand innovation strategies

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