Day: July 4, 2024

Friday Sermon: Our Envy (Hassada) Towards Each Other Destroys Us! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah alone, and so we praise Him, ask Him to assist us, and beg Him to forgive us. We seek refuge with Him from the evils of our own selves and from the evil results of our bad deeds. Whomever Allah guides cannot be led astray by anyone; whomever Allah leaves astray cannot be guided by anyone. I testify openly that no one deserves any worship whatsoever except Allah, who is alone in…

National Workshop on current trends in public sector ‘ll enhance integrity – House Committee Chairman on PAC

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts, Hon Bamidele Salam has said National Workshop on Current Trends in Public Sector, Accounting and Auditing would go a long way in enhancing integrity in financial matters.   Professionals, and experts in public financial management systems attended the National Workshop on Current Trends in Public Sector Accounting and Auditing in Lagos.   The PAC chairman in his speech highlighted the significance of the event in enhancing the integrity and efficiency of Nigeria’s public financial management systems.   Also in his opening…

Samoa Agreement signed in the Interest of Nigeria – FG

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has said Samoa Agreement on 28 June 2024, at the Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS) Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium was in the interest of Nigeria. The partnership agreement is between the EU and its Member States, on one hand, and the members of the OACPS on the other. Minister of Information and National Orientation,Mohammed Idris in a release said negotiations on the agreement started in 2018, on the sidelines of the 73rd United Nations General Assembly. It was signed in Apia, Samoa…

DSP Barau backs Senator Kawu’s quest for establishment of Federal Medical Center in Rano

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has thrown his weight behind a bill sponsored by Senator Kawu Sumaila for the establishment of a Federal Medical Center (FMC) in Rano, the headquarters of Kano South Senatorial District.   Senator Barau spoke during the second reading of a bill for an Act to Amend the Federal Medical Centres Act 2024, sponsored by Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele.   The bill, which was a harmonisation of many bills for the establishment of FMCs, was, however, stepped down for further consultations.  …

10th House working to realize LG autonomy, recognition for traditional institutions – Speaker Abbas

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has said that the 10th Assembly under his leadership has taken steps aimed at actualising constitutionally recognized roles for traditional institutions and the autonomy for Local Governments in Nigeria.   The Speaker, who stated this at the day-two of the ongoing ‘Open Week’ celebration to mark the first anniversary of the 10th House, noted that it is in furtherance of the objectives that the House constituted two special Standing Committees to drive the process of actualizing constitutional autonomy for…

Hijrah 1446A.H: MMPN congratulates Muslims,seeks Holiday for Islamic New Year

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As Muslims in Nigeria joined their counterparts all over the world in ushering the new Islamic year, Hijrah 1446 A.H on Sunday July 7, 2024, the Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN) has reiterated its call on the Federal and state governments in Nigeria to declare Muharram 1, the first day of the Islamic Calendar year, as a public holiday. This is contained in a statement released on Thursday and signed by Alhaji Abdur-Rahman Balogun, National President, MMPN. Balogun said such a declaration would be in line with the rule…

NiDCOM Boss congratulates Dr Ayeni, Dr Ijeoma Akunyili on their recent elections

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Hon.(Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/ CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated the duo of Dr. Olufemi Ayeni and Dr. Ijeoma Akunyili on their recent elections.   While Dr. Olufemi Ayemi emerged as the 79th Canadian Orthopaedic Association’s President, Dr. Ijeoma Akunyili was also elected as an Alumni Board Member of Harvard Kennedy School, USA.   In her congratulatory message, the elated NiDCOM boss applauded their victory, describing the feat as a mark of their dedication, hardwork, , strive for success and determination for excellence.   She prayed for their…

EFCC PROTEST: NOA deploys 4000 staff to track promoters of violence

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As security Agencies warned against the planned protests around the country, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has activated its civil intelligence network, ordering its 812 offices around the country to identify incident spots and individuals nationwide involved in the planned protest. This directive was coming as the EFCC reported that certain individuals, especially those being investigated by the Commission, are mobilising youths, including school children, to stage a nationwide protest against the government. Director General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, also urged parents and well-meaning Nigerians to advise their wards…

BREAKING: Court sacks Edo PDP guber candidate

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Thursday, voided the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primary election that produced Asue Ighodalo as the party’s candidate in the November off cycle governorship election in Edo State. Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a judgment, held that the PDP’s primary held on Feb. 22 failed to comply with the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2022; the guidelines for the conduct of the poll and the party’s constitution. Justice Ekwo, who said that Exhibit PDP 1 tendered by the party was bereft of evidence, held…

Late Erasmus is not tortured to death -FCT Police …. Says autopsy confirms same

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Contrary to the video footage being recirculated on the X social media platform where it was alleged that one Erasmus Emhenya, who died on April 6, 2023, while in police custody, was tortured to death, the FCT police command has stated that the unfortunate incident was diligently investigated, reiterating that the deceased was not tortured to death as alleged. The command in a release signed by PPRO, SP Josephine Adeh said discrete investigations were conducted to determine the remote and immediate cause of death of the deceased, and an autopsy…