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IF EL-RUFAI RAN FOR PRESIDENT TODAY, I WOULD VOTE FOR HIM _His Consistency on the Twin Issues of State Police and Resource Control is Unparalleled_ -by Frank Tietie

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You don’t have to dislike Mallam Nasir El-Rufai based on other people’s opinions. Instead, consider his track record as a public administrator and politician. One of his most notable traits is his consistency and predictability.   Therefore, I was not surprised when, in 2022, as the APC Governor of Kaduna State, he stood firm against the pressure surrounding his political benefactor, President Muhammadu Buhari. Against all odds in Northern Nigeria’s political landscape, he insisted that power must shift to the South. He rallied the Northern APC governors to agree that…

Sultan of Sokoto Declares Sunday, March 30, as Eid-el-Fitr Day

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The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Sunday, March 30, 2025, as Eid-el-Fitr day in Nigeria. The announcement followed reports from National Moon Sighting Committees across the country, confirming the non-sighting of the Shawwal crescent on Saturday, March 29, 2025. The Sultan made the declaration after receiving confirmation from prominent Islamic leaders, including: The Shehu of Borno The Emir of Dutse The Emir of Argungu The Emir of Mubi The Emir of Daura The Emir…

President Tinubu Most Innovative Figure in Nigeria’s Political History – Tompolo

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By Our Reporter The Chairman, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited TSSNL, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemukpolo Tompolo has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the most innovative figure in the political evolution of Nigeria. He made this revelation during the celebration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu 73rd birthday and message. High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemukpolo Tompolo has praised Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the establishment of Students Loan Fund, stating that it will ameliorate payment of school fees and encourage large turnout of students in our universities. The High…

EFCC clarifies Achimugu’s investigation, denies political Links to Atiku, Sanwo-Olu

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has refuted media speculations linking its investigation of Ms. Aisha Achimugu to political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.   In a statement released on Friday by EFCC’s Head of Media & Publicity, Dele Oyewale, the anti-graft agency maintained that Achimugu’s case is strictly a criminal investigation with no political connections.   “We wish to state unequivocally that the investigations of Achimugu have no correlation of any kind with the two political actors. She is being…

Alumni treasure and national transformation By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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Ayodele Aluko, a veteran journalist and communication consultant, was recently elected as the National President of St. Patrick’s Grammar School, Ibadan, Oyo State. (SPACO) Alumni Association. A member of the 1975/1980 set, he took over from Dayo Mobereola, who now serves as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Under Aluko’s leadership, the SPACO Alumni Association has pledged to undertake several initiatives, including launching the SPACO Alumni Library Day, spearheading a book donation drive, securing sponsors for a multi-sports complex, and deploying a strategy to…

NAHCON Evaluates Service Providers’ Preparedness for 2025 Hajj

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As preparation for the 2025 Hajj gain momentum, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has embarked on an inspection tour to assess the readiness of key service providers responsible for Nigerian pilgrims’ welfare in Saudi Arabia.   Leading the delegation, NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Professor Abdullahi Usman Saleh, visited Mashariq Aldhahabiah, the Saudi Arabian firm contracted for Masha’ir services, where he emphasized the commission’s commitment to seamless pilgrimage arrangements.   “Following your recent visit to Nigeria, we must remain updated on new developments and potential challenges. Our priority is to ensure…

Friday Sermon: 1446 AH/2025 Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Verily, all praise is for Allah. We praise Him, we seek His assistance and we ask for His forgiveness. And we seek refuge in Him from the evils of ourselves. Whoever Allah guides, none can misguide. Whoever He misguides, none can guide. And I bear witness that there is no deity other than Allah and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger.   Dear brothers and sisters! Eid-ul-Fitr, also known as Eid al-Fitr or simply…

HOSTCOM reiterates commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

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By Our Reporter. The President , Host Communities of Nigeria producing Oil and Gas HOSTCOM, His Highness, (Dr )Benjamin Style Tamaranebi JP has praised Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu under his Renewed Hope Agenda by increasing the production output of crude oil on assumption of duty, that reduced oil theft . In an open letter to Nigeria’s President,Niger Delta Youths tagged “Call for Restraint; Killing of personnel of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited TSSNL, Bombing of oil facilities in the Niger Delta – Protecting our future ” issued on Thursday…

NNPCL moves to list shares on Capital market amid transparency concerns

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that it is in the final stages of listing its shares on the capital market, in compliance with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021.   In a statement released on Thursday in Abuja, NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, confirmed that preparations for the Initial Public Offering (IPO) are nearing completion.   The company’s Chief Finance and Investor Relations Officer, Olugbenga Oluwaniyi, revealed that NNPCL is engaging with potential investors through an initiative dubbed the “NNPC Ltd. IPO Beauty Parade.”…

The Power of Translation is Unlocking series of Opportunities & Empowering Indigenous Languages

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I am Inspired to write this article this morning by Ogbonna Okoro II. I will share my journey of discovering the basic secret to successful translation, which lies within the translator themselves.   My Nupe writing journey began in 2012 when I realized English wasn’t my forte. I shifted to writing in Nupe, my native language, which became an unexpected yet fulfilling path.   A Yoruba Talking-Drummer at ASCAFS in Minna sparked my inspiration, as I acknowledged in previous interviews and articles that I granted in the past.   Initially,…