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Muslims commemorate Islamic new year in Kafanchan
Hundreds of Muslim faithful, followers of the Tijjaniyyah Sect on Saturday gathered at Jema’a Central Mosque in Kafanchan, Kaduna State to observe the Annual Zikr and prayers in commemoration of Islamic New Year, 1441 AH.
Hajj: NAHCON completes airlift of pilgrims to Nigeria
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has concluded the transportation of pilgrims back to Nigeria with the last flight, NGL 2124 Max Air, signifying the end of 2019 Hajj operations,
NAHCON concludes bringing hajj pilgrims back home
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has concluded the transportation of pilgrims back home with the last flight NGL 2124 Max Air, signifying the end of 2019 Hajj operations,
Zamfara: ALGON charges civilian JTF to fight bandits
The Zamfara chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), has urged the Nigeria Police Force to permit the Civilian Joint Task (CJTF), to carry rifles to ease the fight against bandits in the northwestern state.
Imams, Islamic scholars urge President Buhari to wipe out terrorist activities in Nigeria
Imams and Senior Islamic scholars from the 36 states of the Federation at the FCT on Friday called on President Muhammadu Buhari to leave no stone unturned towards wiping out terrorists activities in the country.
South-west Ulamas back President Buhari’s second term bid
Religious leaders from all the states in the South-west region have thrown their weight behind the second term bid of President Muhammadu Buhari.
20 caregivers kidnapped in Katsina released
The 20 caregivers who were kidnapped on December 23 in Jibya Local Government Area of Katsina State have regained their freedom, the “Ulama” council, the highest spiritual organ of the Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’a Wa’ikamatis Sunnah has said.
Kano commissioner, four others jostle for deputy governor’s office
Following the resignation of the erstwhile Deputy Governor of Kano state, Prof. Hafiz Abubakar, on Sunday, many contestants have expressed their interest in replacing him.
NAHCON: We are still computing 2018 Hajj fares
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria says it is still computing cost of various components that make up the total package of the 2018 Hajj fares.
State police beginning of true federalism – Governor Abubakar
Gov. Mohammed Abubakar of Bauchi State says the creation of state police will begin the implementation of true federalism in the country.
Zamfara deputy governor to sponsor mass wedding for 100 widows, divorcees
The Zamfara State Deputy Gov. Malam Ibrahim Wakkala, says he will sponsor the mass wedding of 100 prospective couples in the state.
President Buhari thanks Kano citizens for warm reception
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed appreciation to the government and people of Kano state for the warm, rousing welcome accorded him during his two day official visit to the state.
Group commend North for not retaliating alleged IPOB attacks
The Coalition of Northern Groups have commended the general response by northerners by heeding the calls for restraint in the face of provocations by IPOB.
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Court adjourns trial of Port Harcourt ‘serial killer’
A Nigerian court on Monday adjourned the trial of a suspected serial killer accused of strangling 10 women to death in ritual-style murders after drugging them at hotels.
Kogi elections: APC urges PDP to join hands with Governor Bello to attain next...
The Kogi State chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdulahi Bello, has called on the opposition especially the Peoples Democratic Party, to join hands with the party and Governor Yahaya Bello to move the state to the next level.
Eight die in early morning road accident in Lokoja
At least eight persons were confirmed dead in a ghastly accident that occurred in the early hours of Monday in Lokoja, Kogi State.
Senate President congratulates APC, Kogi, Bayelsa governors-elect
President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidates on their victory in the governorship elections in Kogi and Bayelsa States.
Police: Permanent secretary, pregnant wife, two kids burnt to death in Benue
The Acting Permanent Secretary, State Ministry of Energy, Science and Technology, Mr Seker Akaa, his pregnant wife and two kids were burnt to death in a fire incident in Makurdi early hours of Monday.
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Egypt’s central bank seen making third straight cut to key rates – survey
Egypt’s central bank will likely make a third consecutive cut to its key interest rates on Thursday, a Reuters poll showed, as inflation fell to its lowest in nearly 14 years in October.
Aisha Buhari counsels parents on moral upbringing of children
The First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has challenged parents to take charge of their families by ensuring good moral upbringing of children so as to minimise crime in the society.
Court remands labourer for allegedly defiling neighbour’s daughter
An Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday ordered that a 45- year-old labourer, Chigozie Akwudiba, who allegedly defiled his neighbour’s daughter, be remanded in a Nigerian Correctional Service in Kirikiri, pending legal advice.
Lagos: Public servants must think globally, but act locally
The Lagos State Commissioner for Local Governments and Community Affairs, Mrs. Yetunde Arobieke, has admonished public officials working in the 57 Local Governments/Local Council Development Areas of the State to rise above the traditional constraints and old ways of doing things and begin to think globally, but act locally to facilitate the achievement of the developmental agenda and blueprint of the State Government in all sectors of the State’s economy.
President Buhari meets Pearson educational group management in London — in pictures
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday in London, met with management of Pearson Educational Group in London.