Covid-19 And The Obligation Of Obedience To The Authorities In Islam By Imam Murtadha Gusau

In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise is for Allah, the One Who responds to the distressed one when he invokes Him, alleviates the troubled one when he calls Him, removes evil and dispels grief. Hearts do not come to life except by His Remembrance. There is nothing that occurs except by His Permission. There is no escaping adversity except by His Mercy, and nothing is safe from harm except by His Protection. That which is hoped for is not attained except by…

Oyetola begins FG’s cash transfer scheme in Osun, says over 15, 000 indigent citizens to benefit

The Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola on Thursday, launched the Federal Government’s Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) scheme in the State, which will see more than 15,000 beneficiaries across the State get N20, 000 each. The CCT is part of efforts to mitigate the economic effects of the Coronovirus pandemic in the State. Governor Oyetola while launching the scheme, disclosed that the Federal Government had approved the payment of cumulative four-month stipend of N20,000 to 15,562 beneficiaries across the State. He added that the N20,000 which covered payment for the months…

Why we can not approve payment with BVN – NASS , Lai Muhammed explain

Since many Nigerians have asked why it started in Abuja, North Central. Others are asking for their own share of the money through bank transfer. But the truth is that the Federal Government cannot pay every Nigeria N20,000 at this time. The Federal Government of Nigeria began the disbursement of N20,000 to the poorest people in Nigeria. The aim is to ensure that the Sit At Home Order doesn’t affect the poor so much. The disbursement which started yesterday in Kwali Abuja saw some poor Nigerians get the amount as…

EASTER CELEBRATION: Social restriction order still in force, says IGP .,…enjoins citizens to Stay at Home, Stay Safe and emulate Christ’s Virtues

The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, has directed the Commissioners of Police in States where the social restriction orders have been emplaced to continue with the due enforcement of the orders. While felicitating with the Nigerian Christian Community, as Christendom commemorates the crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the IGP called on religious leaders in Lagos, Ogun and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as well as other States affected by the restriction orders, to continue to cooperate with relevant government agencies and use their leadership positions to…

COVID-19: Senate President applauds Presidential Task Force, urges better coordination

President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, on Thursday applauded members of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 for their efforts in the management of the outbreak of Coronavirus in Nigeria. Lawan commended the Task Force for standing so firm to execute the assignment given to it. He however advised the Task Force to have a better coordination of the donations received from public-spirited individuals, corporate bodies and Institutions to avoid duplications or the relevant bodies working at cross purposes. The Senate President gave the advice at a meeting between…

NASS Leadership Denies Newspaper reports on NSIP

The leadership of the National Assembly has reacted to some newspaper reports on its meeting with the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajia Sadiya Umar Farouq, which held on Tuesday 7th April, 2020. The leadership of the National Assembly had called the meeting as part of the Legislature’s collaborations with the executive arm of government for effective management of the Coronavirus pandemic in Nigeria and mitigation of the harsh effects of the measures adopted in this respect on Nigerians. The focus of the said meeting…

COVID-19: First Bank, Adron Homes, Ladoja, Adeojo, Oseni, others donate to Oyo’s Endowment Fund …as fund hits N200m mark

Barely a week after the Oyo State COVID-19 Endowment Fund was set up, donations from corporate organisations, religious groups and individuals from within and outside the State have continued to flow in. As of April 8, 2020, the funds in the three accounts domiciled in First Bank, UBA and Unity Bank stand at N200 million, while donations in food items and other materials worth close to N50 million have also been received. This was as the State Government said that the 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew imposed by Governor…

EASTER CELEBRATION: CP felicitates with Nigerlites ,says Social restriction order still in force

The Commissioner of Police, Niger State Command CP Adamu Usman has directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Heads of Departments to continue with the enforcement of the social restriction order emplaced by the Niger State Government. While felicitating with the Christian Community in the State, as Christendom commemorates the crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Commissioner of Police called on religious leaders, worshippers and residents of the State to continue to cooperate with the Police and other security agencies to observe prayers and celebrate in moderation…

COVID-19: Gov Yahaya Bello lifts ban on religious congregations, urges preventive measures in worship centres

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has lifted the ban placed on religious congregations across the state with immediate, to allow religious bodies have their normal worship and services. The directive was contained in a statement signed by Mr Kingsley Fanwo, the Hon. Commissioner for Information and Communication and made available to journalists in Lokoja on Thursday. Gov. Bello, however urged all religious leaders to put in place preventive and precautionary measures in their various worship centres in order to contain the outbreak and spread of coronavirus in the state.…

COVID-19, BLACK SEED AND HONEY

Mankind was created by Allah and was strengthened with the Glorious Qur’an to guide him in all his endeavors. Allah says in the Qur’an thus: “This is the Book (the Qur’an), whereof there is no doubt, a guidance to those who fear Allah” (Qur’an 2:2). In another chapter, Allah says: “There is not an animal (that lives) on the earth, nor a being that flies on its wings but (forms part of) communities like you. Nothing have We omitted from the Book (for man’s guidance), and they (all) shall be…