Month: March 2025

South-South Women applaud Akpoti-Uduaghan, caution Senate against Gender Discrimination

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Souuth-South women on Friday commended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, for her courage, boldness, and contributions to national development, describing her as a hero and source of inspiration. In a statement issued in Asaba, Delta State, by the Chairman of South-South Women in Politics, Chief Rita Okonji, the group urged the Senate Committee on Ethics not to make recommendations influenced by special interests, warning against decisions that could plunge Nigeria into pain and tragedy. The women condemned the alienation of female politicians, gender-based discrimination, and bullying in the political…

Gov Okpebholo hails Senator Oshiomhole on Honorary Doctorate Award

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated Comrade Senator Adams Oshiomhole on the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Political Science by Edo University, Iyamho.   In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, on Saturday, Governor Okpebholo described the award as a well-deserved recognition of Senator Oshiomhole’s immense contributions to the development of Edo State and Nigeria.   The Governor praised Oshiomhole’s unwavering dedication to public service, patriotism, and leadership, which have left a lasting impact on the state.   “This prestigious honor is…

June 12, annulled dreams and the unending agony By abiodun KOMOLAFE.

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June 12, 1993 marked a significant setback for Nigeria, harking back to the January 15, 1966, coup-d’etat. This unfortunate event pushed the country back by at least a century, primarily due to the suspension of the 1963 Republican Constitution. Although the masterminds behind the coup never explicitly stated that they had abolished the constitution, the consequences of its suspension continue to manifest in Nigeria’s persistent underdevelopment. Ayo Ademiluyi, a civil rights lawyer and political activist, recently pointed out that the General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida government, similar to previous and succeeding…

Niger SSG reaffirms Government’s commitment to Agricultural Revolution

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman, has reaffirmed the state government’s unwavering commitment to sustaining Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s agricultural revolution.   In a congratulatory message celebrating Governor Bago’s recognition as Best Governor of the Year 2024 in Agriculture by the Sun Publishing Company, the SSG highlighted the governor’s dedication to making agriculture a cornerstone of his administration’s development agenda.   Alhaji Usman stated that Governor Bago’s administration has introduced innovative policies and programs, resulting in significant investments in modern farming techniques, irrigation systems,…

Ramadan: NOA DG urges Nigerians to pray for peace, National Development

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has urged Nigerians, particularly Muslim faithful, to use the sacred month of Ramadan to pray for peace, unity, and the overall development of the country.   Issa-Onilu made this call in his 2025 Ramadan message to the nation, emphasizing the importance of collective prayers and spiritual devotion in fostering national cohesion.   He encouraged Muslims to maximize the spiritual opportunities of Ramadan through self-reflection, acts of charity, and increased devotion, in line with Islamic teachings.   “For the development…

Ramadan: NUJ FCT urges spiritual reflection, unity among Journalists

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has extended heartfelt Ramadan greetings to Muslim journalists in the FCT, urging them to embrace compassion, unity, and self-discipline during the sacred month.   In a statement signed by the Secretary of the Council, Jide Oyekunle, the Council Chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, described Ramadan as a period of deep spiritual reflection and an opportunity to renew commitment to service, truth, and fairness in journalism.   “During this month of fasting and prayer, may our hearts be filled with gratitude…

Ramadan Series (01): Giving Charity Is A Sign Of Perfect Faith (Iman)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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Saturday, Ramadan 01, 1446 AH (01/03/2025)   In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation. May Allah extol the Messenger in the highest company of Angels and grant him peace; and likewise, his family, his Companions and all those who truly and sincerely follow him until the Day of Resurrection.   Dear brothers and sisters! Allah the Most High says:   “For those who believe in the existence of the unseen, and perform the prayers, and spend…