Day: January 10, 2025

MURIC Celebrates ACADIP’s 30 Years of Da’wah Excellence

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has praised the Academy of Islamic Propagation (ACADIP) Nigeria as it mark 30 years of dedicated da’wah activities. The five-day event, which commenced on Wednesday, 8th January 2025, is set to culminate on Sunday, 12th January 2025, at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.   In a statement released on Friday, 10th January 2025, and signed by its Oyo State Chairman, Barrister Abdulwaheed Lawal, and Secretary, Ambassador Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, MURIC lauded ACADIP for its outstanding contributions to Islamic propagation through comparative da’wah.  …

What you might expect in 2025, By Azu Ishiekwene

Emporium Reporters

This is the fifth in my series of annual forecasts. For a part-time Nostradamus, my record has been above average. The forecasts usually come earlier, in the last week of December. Yet, the potency of this edition is not diminished by the delay.   I made a particularly catastrophic forecast for last year, which has left a puree of tomatoes on my face and those of a significant segment of the liberal press in the US, led by CNN: that President Joe Biden would defeat Donald Trump. That didn’t happen—not…

MURIC applauds TVC’s Resilience as New Eko Atlantic City Facility Opens Four Years After #EndSARS Attack

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Television Continental (TVC) has unveiled a state-of-the-art facility at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos, marking a major comeback four years after its Ketu-Ikosi headquarters was destroyed during the #EndSARS protests. The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended this milestone, praising TVC’s resilience and dedication to press freedom.   In a statement released on Thursday, 9th January 2025, MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, congratulated TVC, describing the new location as a triumph over adversity. He highlighted the significance of the media in sustaining democracy and condemned all forms of violence against…

Makinde announces Prince Abimbola Owoade as new Alaafin of Oyo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has appointed Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo. The decision, based on the recommendation of the Oyomesi, the traditional kingmakers, aimed to continue the legacy of the revered late monarch who passed away on April 22, 2022.   Prince Abimbola Owoade, a scion of the Agunloye ruling house, is known for his deep-rooted knowledge of Yoruba culture and traditions. He holds a degree in Public Administration and has been actively involved in community development projects across Oyo State. His background in traditional…

MMIA Customs Command surpasses 2024 Revenue Target by 20%, Records ₦71.6 Billion

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has achieved a historic milestone by generating ₦71.63 billion in revenue for the year 2024, significantly surpassing its target of ₦56.86 billion. This achievement marks a 20% increase over the set target and is the highest revenue ever recorded by the command.   Comptroller Effiong John Harrison, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), disclosed these figures during a meeting with his management team. He expressed pride in the command’s unprecedented performance, highlighted that July 2024 was particularly outstanding,…