By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyode, has reiterated the Nigerian Army’s determination to tackle insecurity in the country, vowing to “fish out, smoke, and send bandits and terrorists to their makers.” The COAS, who was represented by the Commander, Cyber...
Eid-el-Kabir
By HARUNA AHMED, Sokoto – The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on traditional rulers to pray for Nigeria’s progress, citing the nation’s current challenges. He made the appeal after leading a special prayer following Jumu’at prayer in Sokoto, stressing that prayer is the key to...
By DANJUMA JOSEPH, Lafia– The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman in Nasarawa State, Alhaji Adamu Bako Ninga, has called for peace in the state and Nigeria, as Muslims world over celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha. Alhaji Ninga, made the call during a courtesy calls on him by...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the return journey for Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj will commence on June 9. NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, made this known in a statement in Mina, congratulating Muslims on the occasion...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has enjoined Muslim faithful to emulate praiseworthy attributes of self-sacrifice, obedience to Allah and relentless commitment to serve humanity as practiced by Prophet Ibrahim. Governor Sani, made this known shortly after observing the Eid-el-Kabir prayer with other Muslim faithful...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has joined the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi, along with top government officials and hundreds of residents for the two Raka’at Eid prayer at the historic Shehu’s Palace in Maiduguri. The Eid prayer was led...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to offer more prayers and support for the military and security agencies making sacrifices to protect the nation from terrorism and banditry. The President made the call during Eid-al-Adha prayers at the Dodan Barracks in Lagos. Tinubu emphasized the...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Vice-President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State capital, to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir with his family and the people of the state. Before departing Abuja, Shettima joined other Muslim faithful in observing Eid-Kabir prayers at the National Eid ground. Upon arrival at the Muhammadu...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Former President Goodluck Jonathan has extended his warmest greetings and heartfelt felicitations to Muslims across Nigeria and globally on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir. In a goodwill message, Jonathan emphasized the significance of the day, highlighting values such as faith, sacrifice, devotion, and generosity that resonate...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has congratulated the entire Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the Eid-al-Adha celebrations, commemorating the acts of faith and selfless sacrifices of Prophet Ibrahim (Peace Be Upon Him) in exemplary obedience to Allah. This was contained in...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has extended warm greetings and heartfelt felicitations to the Muslim Ummah on the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir. CAN in a statement on Friday said this season, which honors Prophet...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian Muslims and the global Muslim Ummah as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, urging Nigerians to embody the virtues of sacrifice, devotion, and selflessness exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace Be Upon Him). In his Eid-el-Kabir message, Tinubu emphasized...
The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ekiti, Mr. Sanya Adeoye, has warned motorists to avoid excessive speeding and drunk driving to reduce accidents during and after the Sallah celebrations. “Only the living celebrate, so motorists should always check their tyres and ensure that their...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR , Maiduguri – Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has reaffirmed his commitment to making additional sacrifices to ensure lasting peace in the state. While felicitating with muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha, Governor Zulum vowed to intensify efforts to strengthen security in all...
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, has deployed 4,500 personnel to ensure adequate security during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. FCT NSCDC Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, announced the deployment on Wednesday in Abuja, directing officers to secure all areas within the FCT to guarantee a...
The BUA Cement company has presented 12 cows and 200 bags of rice worth N70 million to 1,700 households in five host communities in Sokoto for Eid-el-kabir celebrations. The BUA Managing Director, Mr Yusuf Binji, led the presentation of the items to traditional rulers from the communities on Wednesday...
By HARUNA AHMED, Kano – Kano State Police Command has reiterated its ban on all forms of Durbar activities across the state during the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The command in a statement jointly signed by sister security agencies on Tuesday, said the ban, earlier announced during the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr...
Days to this year’s Eid-el-Kabir (Sallah), some Muslims in Ibadan metropolis are worried about the celebration, as cost of ram and other types of animals usually slaughtered for sacrifice have soared beyond the reach of many. For the Muslim faithful, their worries are compounded by the prices of tomatoes,...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- The Federal Government has declared Friday 6th, and Monday 9th June, 2025 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Muslim Ummah both at home...
By HARUNA AHMED, Kano – Kano State Government has announced the Eid-el-Kabir holiday for all primary and secondary schools across the state. Commissioner for Education, Dr Ali Makoda, announced this in a statement issued on Sunday by the Public Enlightenment Director of the ministry , Mr Balarabe Kiru. Makoda...