Month: February 2026

Comrade Grace Ike, Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has called on Nigerians to embrace the sacred seasons of Ramadan and Lent with unity, prayer, and selfless sacrifice. In a statement, Ike described these periods of fasting, reflection, and spiritual renewal as opportunities to reinforce values of discipline, compassion, and love for humanity. She emphasized that they offered citizens a chance to strengthen moral resolve, deepen their faith, and recommit to peaceful coexistence and national development. “At a time when our nation yearns for unity, stability,…

Sheikh Ahmad Al-Mukhtar, founder of Muhammadu Rosululahi, has once again demonstrated exemplary generosity, living by the legacy of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). During a Wolimat Qur’an ceremony held on 15 February in Ibadan for the children of Alhaji Abdullateef Kokonbilo, a call was made to support their teacher in performing the pilgrimage (Hajj). Without hesitation, Sheikh Ahmad pledged ₦2,000,000, and true to his word, he fulfilled the pledge on 17 February. The gesture embodied the prophetic tradition of honesty and generosity, reflecting why Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was famously nicknamed Al-Ameen –…

The Nigeria Police Force has presented cheques worth over ₦54.8 million to families and next-of-kin of deceased personnel in Niger State under the Inspector-General of Police’s Group Life Assurance Scheme. The Commissioner of Police, Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, presented the cheques to about 25 beneficiary families during a ceremony held on Wednesday at the State Police Command Headquarters, Dutsen-Kura, Minna, according to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun. Speaking during the presentation, the Commissioner described the occasion as a moment…

The Registrar-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, SAN, has reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing staff welfare and improving workplace conditions across the Commission. Magaji gave the assurance while receiving the executive members of the Senior Staff Associations of Statutory Corporations and Government Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), CAC Branch, led by Comrade Steven Bivan, during a courtesy visit to his office. The CAC boss emphasized that staff wellbeing remains a priority of his administration, pledging to sustain ongoing welfare initiatives aimed at creating a…

Nigeria has congratulated the Government and people of The Gambia on the occasion of their Independence Day, reaffirming the enduring diplomatic relations and shared democratic values between both nations. In a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, extended warm congratulations to his Gambian counterpart, Honourable Sering Modou Njie, as the country marked its independence anniversary celebrated annually on February 18. The Minister noted that the historic anniversary, which commemorates The Gambia’s attainment…

Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to principled and constructive diplomacy, signalling a renewed push for global leadership and strategic partnerships during the 2026 New Year Reception with members of the Diplomatic Corps and Heads of International Organisations accredited to the country. The reception, hosted in Abuja by the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, brought together Ambassadors, High Commissioners, senior government officials, and representatives of international organisations to mark the beginning of the diplomatic year and strengthen engagement between Nigeria and its global partners. Also present at the…

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called on Christians across Nigeria to dedicate the Lenten season to prayer, repentance, and sober reflection as they commemorate Ash Wednesday. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President encouraged Christian faithful to use the sacred period to reflect on life’s purpose while embracing humility and spiritual renewal. Akpabio reminded believers of the spiritual significance of Ash Wednesday, urging them to remember human mortality and the importance of repentance. According to him,…