By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern States and Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s inclusive governance, stating that it has overshadowed the controversy surrounding his Muslim-Muslim ticket. Reverend Yakubu Pam, Chairman of Northern CAN, praised the president’s efforts, saying, …
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The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced the disbursement of refunds totalling N223,003,080.00 to the 2023 Hajj pilgrims who performed the holy pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia through the state. This announcement was made by the Board Secretary, Mr. Saheed Onipede, in a statement issued on Thursday by the …
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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The Kebbi Pilgrims Welfare Agency has announced a new deadline for intending pilgrims to register for the 2025 Hajj. The agency has fixed February 5, 2025, as the new deadline, following an adjustment by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to the 2025 calendar. According to …
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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has stressed the need for traditional institutions to play a more active role in Nigeria’s governance structure. Kalu made the call during a visit to the palace of Professor Sam Ifenwata, the Ugwu 1 of Ugwu Ibere …
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