Day: May 18, 2025

Senator Natasha Vs Senate President Akpabio: When Political Drama Threatens Senate Unity By Lukman Laleye Babalola

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The Nigerian Senate, as the highest legislative chamber, is meant to be a beacon of democracy, decorum, and disciplined debate. Yet, recent actions by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have dangerously undermined these ideals, creating unnecessary discord and disrespect toward Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the institution itself.   Senator Natasha’s repeated public accusations and inflammatory remarks against the Senate President amount to a reckless politicization of the chamber. Her conduct does not reflect the maturity and respect expected of a lawmaker entrusted with Nigeria’s governance. Instead of engaging in constructive dialogue…

Nigerian Naval College stages Beating Retreat ,Ceremonial Sunset for DSSC 29 and SDPCT 24 Cadets

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Naval College (NNC), Ebubu-Eleme, Rivers State, on Saturday, 17th May 2025, held a spectacular Beating Retreat and Ceremonial Sunset to commemorate the completion of training by cadets of the Direct Short Service Commission 29 (DSSC 29) and Special Duty Pre-Commissioning Training 2024 (SDPCT 24).   The event, rich in naval tradition and military pageantry, marked the end of a rigorous training phase and celebrated the cadets’ readiness to be commissioned into active service. In his remarks, the Commandant of the Nigerian Naval College, Rear Admiral H.S. Zego, emphasized…

Islam And Peaceful Coexistence With Non-Muslims By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful   Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds. To Allah belong the endowments, befitting perfection, and commendations. I ask Allah to raise the rank of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him), and to protect his nation (Ummah) from what he fears for it. Thereafter:   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that, the very word Islam etymologically refers to peace and submission to the will of Allah. In that sense Islam is the same as Salam, which is…

Notorious Bandit nabbed at Abuja Hajj Camp, Security Agencies probe four Others on pilgrimage list

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Security operatives have arrested a wanted bandit, Yahaya Zango, at the Hajj Camp in Abuja as he attempted to disguise himself as a pilgrim preparing for the 2025 Hajj to Saudi Arabia.   Zango, long on the radar of security agencies for his alleged involvement in banditry and kidnapping across northern Nigeria, was intercepted during routine screening of intending pilgrims.   A security source told Zagazola Makama on Sunday that the suspect was apprehended while boarding a bus alongside other pilgrims en route to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.  …

NCS partners Red Cross to train Officers in First Aid, enhance Emergency Response

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a strategic move to enhance the emergency response capabilities of its workforce, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has partnered with the Nigerian Red Cross Society to conduct a one-day intensive first aid training for its personnel.   The training, held on Friday, 9th May 2025, at the NCS Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, was aimed at equipping officers particularly those stationed in remote and high-risk areas with the essential skills to manage medical emergencies on and off duty.   Declaring the training open, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi,…

Hajj 2025: NAHCON Chairman applauds Staff, Stakeholders over smooth reception of Pilgrims in Madinah

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has commended the dedication and professionalism of the Commission’s staff and stakeholders for the successful reception of the first batches of Nigerian pilgrims in Madinah for the 2025 Hajj exercise.   Professor Usman, in a statement issued by Fatima Sanda Usara, Assistant Director of Information and Publication, expressed deep appreciation to the NAHCON Madinah team for their tireless round-the-clock efforts. He described their work as a “sacrifice for the success of the…

Nigeria Customs, NIPR partner to promote professionalism,strategic communication in public sector

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter, have pledged to strengthen collaboration aimed at enhancing professionalism, ethical standards, and strategic communication in public relations practice across the public sector. This was the outcome of a courtesy visit by the National Public Relations Officer (NPRO) of the NCS, Assistant Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada, to the NIPR FCT Secretariat in Abuja on Thursday, May 16, 2025. Maiwada, who led a delegation of officers from the Service’s Public Relations Unit, said the visit…

Foursquare Gospel Church Sermon Highlights Family Values in Nigeria

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By Afolabi Olajuwon     On Sunday, May 18, 2025, the Foursquare Gospel Church at the Wuse District Headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria, hosted a vibrant celebration of family, emphasizing the critical role of communication in fostering strong family bonds. This event was part of a broader month-long initiative across Nigeria, focusing on family unity and spiritual growth within Foursquare Gospel Churches.   Worship and Praise Session The celebration began with a dynamic praise and worship session led by the Adison family. Their soulful harmonies created an atmosphere of unity and…

Capital City University Kano gets full NUC accreditation for Seven Programmes

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Capital City University, Kano, has recorded a significant academic milestone as the National Universities Commission (NUC) granted Full Accreditation to seven of its academic programmes. The approval followed the NUC’s accreditation exercise conducted in October and November 2024.   The development was formally conveyed in a letter dated April 30, 2025, with reference number NUC/ES/412/VOL.14/387. It was signed by Engr. Abraham Chundusu, Acting Director of Accreditation, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, Prof. Abdullahi Yusuf Ribadu.   The accredited programmes included: Computer Science Cyber Security Software Engineering Doctor of Pharmacy…

The Katsina Extravaganza and the Shata–Rarara Debate, by Hassan Gimba

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About three weeks ago, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was in Katsina, where he charged the Nigerian Army to end the terrorism menace and reclaim every inch of the nation’s territory. He also strongly warned: “Let the enemies of Nigeria know — their time is up.”   After other state engagements, he honoured an invitation to attend the wedding of Governor Dikko Radda’s daughter — an event where guests were treated to lavish entertainment. Recall that the Governor, about two months earlier, had lost his beloved mother.   Were Hajiya Sarafa’u…