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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,…

Oyo State gubernatorial aspirant, Dr. Ololade Usman Bakare, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful across Oyo State as the holy month of Ramadan 1447AH begins, called on adherents to embrace spiritual renewal and strengthened devotion. In a Ramadan message made available to journalists, Dr. Bakare described the fasting period as a sacred season marked by prayer, self-discipline, and reflection, noting that it offers Muslims an opportunity to purify their hearts and deepen their relationship with Allaah (SWT) through obedience and devotion. The cybersecurity expert stated that Ramadan served as…

The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, has called on Nigerians to embrace national unity and peaceful coexistence as Muslims and Christians begin the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent simultaneously. Issa-Onilu described the convergence of the two significant religious observances as a rare and meaningful moment for citizens to reflect on shared moral values and strengthen national cohesion. He noted that the period provided an opportunity for Nigerians across religious and ethnic divides to work collectively toward peace, understanding, and national progress. The NOA Director-General urged…

The Niger State Government has extended warm greetings to Muslims across Nigeria and beyond as the holy month of Ramadan begins, called on the faithful to use the period to pray for peace, unity, and national stability. In a Ramadan message issued on behalf of the government and people of the state, the Honourable Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Obed Nuhu Nana, described Ramadan as a sacred period devoted to spiritual reflection, sacrifice, compassion, and renewed commitment to faith. He noted that the fasting period offered Muslims an opportunity…