Category: Religious
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POLICE INVESTIGATE KILLING OF CATHOLIC PRIEST IN KOGI
The Kogi State Police Command has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the death of Rev. Fr. Samuel Opeyemi, whose body was discovered on July 29 in Ajaokuta Local Government Area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Afusat Saliu, said operatives were mobilised to the scene after receiving a report of the incident. The…
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NCPC LIFTS BAN ON CHRISTIAN PILGRIMAGE TO ISRAEL
The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has lifted its suspension of Christian pilgrimage to Israel following an on-the-spot assessment of the security situation in Jerusalem by its Executive Secretary, Bishop Stephen Adegbite. Adegbite announced the decision on Saturday after spending three days in Jerusalem, where he assessed the security atmosphere. The commission had suspended pilgrimage…
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2026 HAJJ: SHETTIMA LAUDS NAHCON’S SEAMLESS OPERATION
Vice- President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday July 29 commended the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for achieving a seamless 2026 Hajj operation. He made the commendation when the Board and Management of NAHCON, and representatives of the State Pilgrims Welfare Boards, paid him a courtesy visit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to brief him…
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SENATE CLARIFIES BUS PREACHING BILL, SAYS PROVISION HAS EXISTED SINCE 2007
The Senate has defended the controversial provision in the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Amendment Bill, saying the proposed penalties for preaching, hawking and trading inside commercial vehicles are not new. Lawmakers explained that the provision has been part of the FRSC Act since 2007 and is aimed solely at improving road safety. Senate Leader…
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CAN MOURNS FORMER ASO ROCK CHAPLAIN, REV. WILLIAM OKOYE
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed sorrow over the death of Rev. Dr William Okoye, Founder and General Overseer of All Christians Fellowship Mission, describing him as a devoted servant of God who made lasting contributions to the Church and the nation. In a statement issued by CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the…
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KANO CUSTODIAL CENTRE HONOURS 61 INMATES FOR MEMORIZING THE QUR’AN
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has celebrated 61 inmates of the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Kurmawa, for successfully completing the memorisation and recitation of the Holy Qur’an. The command said the achievement reflects its commitment to rehabilitation and successful reintegration of inmates into society. According to the NCoS, the graduates—55 males and…
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EID-EL-KABIR: COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES RESUME SLOWLY IN OSOGBO
Commercial activities recorded a slow start in Osogbo on Friday following the Eid-el-Kabir holiday, with many shops and markets still under lock and key. Markets in areas such as Akindeko, Adekunle, Igbona and Ayegbaju witnessed low business activity as several traders reportedly remained out of town for the Sallah celebration. While commercial banks and government…
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EID-EL-KABIR: CDS OLUYEDE URGES UNITY, SALUTES TROOPS’ SACRIFICES
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called on members of the Nigerian Armed Forces to continue to embrace unity, sacrifice and patriotism as Nigerians celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. In his goodwill message, Oluyede described the festival as a reminder of faith, obedience and selfless service, noting that these values are key to national peace…
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EID EL-KABIR: LEADERS IN KWARA CALL FOR PEACE, UNITY AND COMPASSION
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, and the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, have in separate goodwill messages, urged Muslims to uphold the values of sacrifice, unity, and compassion as they celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir across Kwara…
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EID-EL-KABIR: MARWA URGES UNITY, COMPASSION AND NATIONAL COHESION
The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (rtd), has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, compassion and renewed hope as the country marks Eid-el-Kabir. In a message in Abuja, Marwa described Eid-el-Kabir as a season that reflects values such as sacrifice, faith and humanity. He noted that these values…
