Tag: #EidElFitr
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SAN CALLS FOR UNITED ACTION AGAINST SOCIAL VICES
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Yusuf Olaolu Ali, has urged Nigerians to join forces in tackling rising social vices, especially among youths. Speaking at a Ramadan lecture in Ilorin organised by the Knowledge Is Light Islamic Foundation, Ali stressed the need for impactful programmes that can steer young people away from crime and negative influences.…
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NRC BOOSTS TRAIN SERVICES AHEAD OF EID-EL-FITR
Travel plans just got easier! The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is ramping up train services across key routes to handle the festive rush during Eid-el-Fitr. According to Callistus Unyimadu, Lagos–Ibadan commuters will enjoy three special trips on Thursday, while Abuja–Kaduna will run multiple trips from March 20–23 to ease passenger flow. In partnership with the…
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SULTAN DECLARES FRIDAY AS EID-EL-FITR, CALLS FOR PEACE AND UNITY
Muslims across Nigeria will celebrate Eid-el-Fitr this Friday, March 20, as announced by Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA). In a broadcast on Wednesday, the Sultan confirmed that the Shawwal crescent was not sighted, making Friday the first day of Shawwal 1447 AH. He…
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SALLAH SECURITY TIGHTENS IN NIGER: POLICE DEPLOY 500 PERSONNEL
Heavy security presence rolls out as authorities move to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration across the state. The Nigeria Police Force has deployed over 500 personnel across Niger State to guarantee a smooth and secure Eid-el-Fitr celebration. According to Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun, the Commissioner of Police, Adamu Elleman, has ordered intelligence-led policing and raids…
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SALLAH SECURITY TIGHTENS IN NIGER: POLICE DEPLOY 500 PERSONNEL
Heavy security presence rolls out as authorities move to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration across the state. The Nigeria Police Force has deployed over 500 personnel across Niger State to guarantee a smooth and secure Eid-el-Fitr celebration. According to Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun, the Commissioner of Police, Adamu Elleman, has ordered intelligence-led policing and raids…
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ONDO LOCKDOWN FOR SALLAH: NSCDC DEPLOYS 1,000 PERSONNEL
Massive security rollout as authorities move to ensure peaceful Eid-el-Fitr and Easter celebrations. Ahead of the 2026 Eid-el-Fitr festivities, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Ondo State has rolled out 1,000 officers across the state to keep celebrations safe and hitch-free. State Commandant, Oluyemi Ibiloye, said the deployment—announced in Akure—covers key hotspots including…
