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Friday Sermon: Do Not Be Distracted By The Life Of This World! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful   All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and upon all his family and companions. To proceed:   Dear brothers and sisters! In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to forget that our time in this world is limited. Many often avoid thinking about this and instead distract themselves with worldly pursuits. The Qur’an addresses this tendency. Allah the…

Plantain chips: Stop Sensational, Negative and False Publication Against Door-2-Door Campaign for President Tinubu – Adekanbi Charges Sahara Reporters

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By Our Reporter     The door to door grassroots movement has described as erroneous, frivolous publication relating its campaign for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to “frying of plantain chips ,” stating that the body meant business to returning good and quality leadership in the President.   A statement on Friday issued by Comrade Sunday Adekanbi Asuku, the Protem National Coordinator on behalf of the Chairman , Chief Executive Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited TSSNL, the convener of the movement, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemukpolo Tompolo asked…

Legendary Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Dies at 61

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Former Super Eagles goalkeeper and Nigerian football icon, Peter Rufai, popularly known as “Dodo Mayana”, has died at the age of 61. The news of his passing was confirmed via a post on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the Super Eagles on Thursday, 3rd July, 2025. However, the cause of his death was yet to be disclosed as of the time of filing this report. “We mourn the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, a giant of Nigerian football and 1994 AFCON champion. Rufai, fondly known…

WHY COURT CAN’T VOID SENATE’S SUSPENSION OF NATASHA AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN by Ken Harries Esq

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The foundation of constitutional democracy across Europe and America has been deliberately built over the centuries on the strict and faithful adherence to the principle of separation of powers which demands respect for the autonomy of each arm of government.   Therefore, The Nigerian federation, as an entity which practices constitutional democracy has expressly provided in Section 4, 60 and 101 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) that the Legislature of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has the constitutional authority to regulate its internal affairs, including the protection of the…

NCC, REA forge strategic alliance to Power Telecom Infrastructure with Renewable Energy

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In a landmark step toward enhancing digital and energy inclusion across Nigeria, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have inaugurated a joint committee to drive the deployment of renewable energy solutions for powering telecom infrastructure nationwide.   The inauguration ceremony, held on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the NCC Headquarters in Abuja, was presided over by the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, alongside the Managing Director of REA, Engr. Abba Abubakar Aliyu. Senior officials and committee members from both…

NCC Commissions restored Digital Industrial Park in Kano, reaffirms commitment to Nigeria’s Digital Economy

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Nearly a year after it was vandalised and looted, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially commissioned the fully restored and re-equipped Digital Industrial Park (DIP) in Kano State.   The commissioning ceremony was led by the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, alongside the Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, and the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Aminu Gwarzo, who represented the Executive Governor. Originally scheduled for launch on August 1, 2024, the park was set back by an unfortunate episode…

ADC Executives resign, cede Party Leadership to Mark, Aregbesola

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In a major political shakeup ahead of the 2027 general elections, top executives of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have resigned, formally transferring party leadership to a newly formed opposition coalition led by former Senate President David Mark and ex-Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola. The announcement was made Wednesday, July 2, during the coalition’s unveiling at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja. Ralph Nwosu, the founding National Chairman of the ADC, declared that he and other party leaders were stepping down to give way for a new leadership that…

Neglecting Science and Technology will hinder Nigeria’s growth — Senator Iya Abbas Warns

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By James Isaac, Abuja     Chairman of the Senate Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation, and Senator representing Adamawa Central, Aminu Iya Abbas, has warned that Nigeria’s development aspirations will remain out of reach unless deliberate investments are made in science, technology, and innovation. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain expressed concern over Nigeria’s poor funding of research and development, noting that meaningful economic transformation cannot occur without prioritizing scientific advancement. “There will be no appreciable growth in the economy if we fail to channel efforts into funding research…

Stranded in Libya: Nigerian Women recount Ordeal of Abuse, beg FG for immediate rescue

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Four young Nigerian women trafficked to Libya have made a desperate appeal to the Federal Government for immediate rescue following months of dehumanisation, forced labour, and sexual exploitation in the North African country. The victims — Adewumi Omowumi Boluwatife (20), Damilola Ojumirayo (31), Akinsanya Adenike (30), and Sobayo Oluwanifemi (27) all from the South-West region of Nigeria, spoke to SaharaReporters, narrating how they were lured abroad by human traffickers under the guise of securing job opportunities. “I was promised a better life but ended up in a nightmare,” said Boluwatife, who arrived in…

Niger Council Chairman removed over Misconduct, Financial Irregularities

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The Chairman of Gurara Local Government Council in Niger State, Abdul-Alim Abubakar, has been removed from office following a resolution passed by the Legislative Council citing gross misconduct and financial irregularities.   The resolution, which took effect immediately on June 30, 2025, was communicated in an official letter signed by eleven council members and the Clerk of the House.   SaharaReporters reports that the legislative action was anchored on Section 31(2)(A) of the Niger State Local Government Law (2001), which empowers the council to remove an executive chairman for misconduct.…