By Usman Gwadabe Hajj, the fifth pillar of Islam, is a religious obligation for Muslims who are physically, financially, and logistically capable. The Qur’an states: “And proclaim to the people the Hajj [pilgrimage]; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass.” It further instructs: “Hajj is [during] well-known months, so whoever has made Hajj obligatory upon himself therein [by entering the state of ihram], there is [to be for him] no sexual relations and no disobedience and no disputing during Hajj.” In a groundbreaking move, the Governor of Kano…
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By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has issued a blistering response to recent accusations made by Baffa Bichi, the former Secretary to the State Government, describing the claims as baseless fabrications intended to mislead the public and tarnish reputations. This was contained in a stark issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin on Sunday. Governor Yusuf dismissed all the allegations made by Bichi via social media, branding him “a shameless liar” whose utterances are unworthy of serious attention. “The claims are not only false but also laughable. Baffa Bichi is a big liar, and everything…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has pledged to establish a new Customs Area Command at the Snake Island Integrated Free Zone (SIIFZ). This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, following the comptroller-General’s recent official visit to the facility. Adeniyi expressed satisfaction with the level of investment on the island and commended Nigerdock—the maritime and logistics company operating the SIIFZ—for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. He revealed that the service is in the final stages of documentation for setting up a dedicated command at the Free Zone,…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar A tragic accident in Cross River State on Saturday, May 3, 2025, claimed the lives of four seminarians and left nine others injured. The incident occurred at Ikwette community, located at the bottom of a hill near one of the state’s popular tourist destinations. The victims, all seminarians from the Enugu Catholic Diocese, had just concluded a tour of the area led by a Reverend Father when their bus was involved in the fatal crash. Thirteen individuals were aboard the vehicle at the time of the incident. Emergency responders, including Nigerian Army personnel stationed nearby,…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has announced the award of a N30 billion contract for the construction of a dam in Langtang North to provide potable water for residents. He stated that work on the project is expected to begin by the end of the month. The Governor made this known on Saturday during the 2025 Ilum Otarok Annual Cultural Festival, where he joined the Tarok Nation in celebration and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to peace, unity, and development in the region. Speaking to a jubilant crowd at the Langtang North Mini Stadium, Governor…
From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to press freedom, urging media professionals to consistently champion the truth. The Governor made this call in a statement commemorating the 2025 World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on May 3. Reflecting on this year’s theme, “Reporting in the Brave New World: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media,” Ododo acknowledged the rapidly changing media landscape and the growing influence of artificial intelligence in journalism. He emphasized that these changes demand greater diligence, responsibility, and ethical standards from…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Berom ethnic group in Plateau State came together in a vibrant display of culture, pride, and unity to celebrate the 2025 Nzem Berom Festival — an annual thanksgiving event that draws sons and daughters of the land from across the globe. The festival, held at the Polo Field in Jos, carried the theme “Celebrating the Prowess, Gallantry and Resilience of Berom Women, Past and Present.” It spotlighted the invaluable role of Berom women in preserving tradition, fostering unity, and driving sustainable development in their communities. Speaking during the celebration, the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has responded to WhatsApp’s suggestion that it may exit Nigeria over a recent regulatory order, describing the move as a deliberate attempt to provoke public sympathy and pressure the Commission into reversing its decision. In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja and signed by the Commission’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Ondaje Ijagwu, the FCCPC disclosed that it had investigated Meta Platforms and WhatsApp (collectively referred to as the “Meta Parties”) for alleged violations of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) and the Nigeria Data…
From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja Youth under the aegis of Kogi Youth Call for Awareness on Wednesday staged a protest against the prolonged shutdown of MTN services in the state, which they said has plunged residents into hardship and an economic crisis. The protesting youths, in large numbers, blocked the Ganaja Road in Lokoja, Kogi State, calling on the state government to engage in dialogue with the telecommunications company to resolve whatever issues may have led to the suspension of MTN operations in the state. Speaking during the protest, the convener, Comrade Edicha Aso, lamented that residents, particularly those in…
By Shafii Sani Mohammed The attention of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has been drawn to a publication alleging racketeering, nepotism, and procedural breaches in the selection of ad hoc staff for the 2025 Hajj operations. In the interest of clarity and public trust, the Commission finds it necessary to set the record straight. The ongoing selection process for the National Medical Team (NMT) is being overseen by a Steering Committee composed primarily of seasoned professionals from outside the Commission. The Committee was inaugurated by the Chairman/CEO, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, and is chaired by NAHCON’s Commissioner for…