By Abdullahi Yusuf Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has congratulated Christians in the state on the occasion of the 2024 Christmas. In a message issued in Kano on Wednesday, Yusuf rejoiced…
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Sen. Lalong Commences Distribution of Items to Constituents for Christmas, New Year
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos In the spirit of the yuletide season, Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District Simon Lalong has commenced the distribution of Christmas items to his constituents to help them…
Gov. Abba Awards Hajj Tickets to Winners of Kano 2024 Qur’anic Competition
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has awarded the winners of the 2024 Kano State Qur’anic Competition with slots for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage and cash prizes of…
Plateau Unity Christmas Carol: Gov. Mutfwang leads Gen Gowon, Obasanjo in Praise, Worship
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has flagged off the first-ever Plateau Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival, in a historic move to promote peace, unity, and safeguard Plateau…
Plateau to Host Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carols, Praise Festival
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Government, in collaboration with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Plateau State Chapter, has completed arrangements to organize a maiden edition of the Plateau State Interdenominational…
In the Eye of the Storm: NAHCON’s Commitment
By Ahmed Muazu The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), celebrated as a model for African Hajj operations, is now at the center of national scrutiny. Allegations of financial mismanagement against some…
Calabar Native Disowned by Family Finds Hope in Kano, Supported by State Humanitarian Ministry
By Mustapha Salisu A Calabar native, Malam Abdullahi Muhammad, who has lived in Kano for 29 years, has received support from the Kano State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. Malam…
Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board Honored as Best Hajj Hygienic State for 2024
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has been awarded the prestigious title of “Best Hajj Hygienic State” for its outstanding efforts in ensuring the health and safety of pilgrims during the 2024…
Gov. Zulum Opens Summit to Reform Almajiri Education
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Maiduguri Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has inaugurated a summit aimed at reforming the Almajiri education system, a traditional Islamic method of learning widely obtained across states in…
Kano Deputy Governor Calls for Global Peaceful Coexistence, Condemns Religious Violence
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has urged Muslim communities worldwide to embrace peaceful coexistence and avoid all forms of religious violence. The Deputy Governor made the…
34th Annual Qur’anic Recitation Competition Begins in Gashua, Yobe State
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Arabic and Islamic Education Board has officially launched the 34th Annual Qur’anic Recitation Competition in Gashua, the headquarters of Bade Local Government Area. The…
Security: Kano Government Urges Citizens to Report Suspicious Activities
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf on Friday called on citizens of the state to be vigilant on security issues by reporting any suspicious activities to the appropriate…
Gov. Radda, Namadi Commissions New Juma’at Mosque in Jigawa
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda together with Jigawa state governor Malam Umar Namadi joins other Muslim faithfuls for the commissioning of Alham Educational Foundation…
Renowned Islamic Scholar Sheikh Sharif Sani Janbulo Commends Kano Governor, Deputy for Declaring Public Holiday on Takutaha Day
In a remarkable display of gratitude, renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Sharif Sani Janbulo has praised Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo for declaring a public…
Eid al-Maulud: Fityanul Islam Felicitates with Muslim Ummah, Urges Prayers Amid National Hardships
Fityanul Islam of Nigeria, through its national headquarters in Abuja, has extended warm felicitations to the entire Muslim Ummah, both in Nigeria and around the world, as they celebrate the birth of…
Maulud: Jigawa Govt declares Tuesday work free day
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse Jigawa State Government has declared Tuesday, September 17th 2024 work free to mark the celebration of the Eidel-Maulud, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W). This was…
FLOOD DEVASTATION: ECWA President Calls for Urgent Action
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) has issued a heartfelt appeal for support and assistance to communities ravaged by the recent floods in Nigeria. In a press statement…
World Peace Day: UN Award-Winning Pastor Honors Muslim-Christian Leaders in Kaduna
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna In celebration of the 2024 International World Peace Day, UN Interfaith Harmony Week award recipient, Pastor Dr. Yuhanna Buru, honored monarchs and peace ambassadors in Kaduna for their…
Maulid 2024: A tribute to the teachings of Islam on treating women
By Aliyu Samba Islam is a religion that uplifts and honours women, granting them dignity, rights, and a purposeful life. When Prophet Muhammad (SAW), sent as a mercy to all of mankind,…
Jigawa First Lady Hosts 28 States for Orphans’ Qur’anic Competition
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The wife of the Jigawa State Governor, Hajiya Hadiza Umar Namadi, hosted representatives from 28 states for the 2024 National Orphan Qur’anic Recitation Competition (Musabaqa), organized by AYTAM…
Plateau holds prayers for spiritual healing of the land
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Plateau State Government convened a special prayer session , seeking repentance and spiritual cleansing for the land, to make it fruitful and prosperious for its citizens. The…
Members Exit UMC Over LGBTQ Issues, Join GMC
From Hajara Usman, Taraba Members of the United Methodist Church (UMC) Northern Nigeria Annual Conference, who rejected LGBTQ policies, have exited the church and joined the Global Methodist Church. The decision was…
Yobe Islamic Cleric Urges Youth to Avoid Scheduled Nationwide Protest
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe Islamic cleric Ustaz Babagana Mallam Kyari has issued a plea to the public, particularly the youth, to refrain from participating in the upcoming nationwide protest scheduled…
Kaduna Church Donates 100 Kettles, Praying Mats to Newly Constructed Tudun-Biri Mosque
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna In a heartwarming act of interfaith solidarity, Pastor (Dr.) Yohanna Buru, General Overseer of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry, donated over 100 plastic kettles and praying mats…
Kwankwaso Urges Support for Dangote Refinery Amid Integrity Concerns
By Salisu Hamisu Ali Former Kano State Governor Sen.Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed his admiration for the Dangote Refinery, emphasizing its critical importance to Nigeria’s energy needs and economic stability. In a…