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Ramadan: Governor Adeleke sues for peace, godliness in national politics
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has called for prayers for sustenance of peace and upholding of godliness in national politics. Governor Adeleke also felicitated with Muslim ummah at home and in the diaspora on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan The governor made this call in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale
Ramadan: Governor Adeleke sues for peace, godliness in national politics
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has called for prayers for sustenance of peace and upholding of godliness in national politics.
Governor Adeleke also felicitated with Muslim ummah at home and in the diaspora on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan
The governor made this call in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed to mark the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan on Saturday.
In the statement, Adeleke highlighted the importance of godliness in national politics and state governance and also urged Muslim faithful to intercede on behalf of leaders for adherence to the will of God whether in or out of power.
The Governor, who described the Ramadan period as a month of spiritual rebirth, called for closer relationship with the creator of heaven and earth through fasting and prayers to achieve ultimate submission to the will of Allah.
While urging support and assistance for the needy now and after the fasting period, Governor Adeleke described the holy month as an era of intensive communing with Almighty Allah through humanitarian activities and penitence.
He also called on all Muslim faithful to seek the face of God for forgiveness and realisation of their desires.
“This year’s Ramadan coincides with current misunderstanding among the political elites in our dear state. It is therefore a time for sober reflection, reassessment of viewpoints and an attention to the place of Allah in securing and exiting from power.
“As we fast, we must accept the divine prescription that Almighty Allah gives power to whom he wills. He elevates and downgrades. No mortal can upturn the will of Allah.
“Believers in God should also remember that Allah is the best schemer and planner. They plan and Allah plans. Allah is supreme and any plan against Allah’s agenda can never materialise. We must return to God in our politicking and struggle for power”, Governor Adeleke posited.”
He thanked clerics at home and in the diaspora for their prayers and support for the peace and development of Osun state.
“We need continuous divine grace and blessings as we enter the holy month for the collective good and prosperity of our society,” he added.
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Livestock accounts for Jigawa’s 10% GDP – Gov Namadi
Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi has said livestock sector is accounting for almost 10% of the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). He stated this in his keynote address at the Opening of Stakeholders’ Consultative Workshop on Livestock Reforms in Collaboration with the Presidential Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee (PLRIC) held in Dutse, the state capital.
Livestock accounts for Jigawa’s 10% GDP – Gov Namadi
Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi has said livestock sector is accounting for almost 10% of the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
He stated this in his keynote address at the Opening of Stakeholders’ Consultative Workshop on Livestock Reforms in Collaboration with the Presidential Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee (PLRIC) held in Dutse, the state capital.
He said Livestock and Animal Husbandry was not just an economic activity in Jigawa State, but also a way of life for most families.
He noted that based on the immense potentials of this sector, it will help to drive economic growth, contribute to food & nutrition security, and improve the livelihoods of millions of our people in Jigawa State and across Nigeria as a whole.
According to him, “The sector is considered to be very critical and vital to the development of our State’s economy and the attainment of our vision of Greater Jigawa”.
Governor Namadi promised to work assiduously to ensure active support for livestock development through the implementation of the Jigawa Livestock Development Plan.
He explained that the development plan comprised programs such as the Jigawa Ruminant Livestock Intervention Programme, Jigawa Livestock Breed Improvement Programme, Jigawa Pasture Development Programme, Jigawa Dairy Development Programme, Protection of Grazing Reserves, and Revitalisation of Existing Livestock Improvement & Breeding Centres.
Technical Advisor on Agriculture to the Governor and Co-Chair Jigawa Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee (JLRIC), Dr. Saifullahi Umar said the state has a lot of livestock potentials.
He said the cattle population alone in the state represents an untapped asset worth over N4.3trillion and that if properly harnessed could generate over N650 billion annually in revenue for the local economy.
Earlier, the Co-Chair of the Presidential Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee (PLRIC), Professor Attahiru Jega Commended Jigawa State Government’s proactive approach in establishing a 17-member committee to drive reform.
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Rivers crisis: Wike’s ally, Lloyd gives condition for Fubara to govern
Former Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area in Rivers State, Dr. Chidi Lloyd, has said that the camp of the Federal Capital Territory minister, Nyesom Wike, will not allow Governor Siminalayi Fubara govern the state outside the provisions of the constitution. DAILY POST reported on Friday that the Supreme Court ordered the Central Bank of
Rivers crisis: Wike’s ally, Lloyd gives condition for Fubara to govern
Former Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area in Rivers State, Dr. Chidi Lloyd, has said that the camp of the Federal Capital Territory minister, Nyesom Wike, will not allow Governor Siminalayi Fubara govern the state outside the provisions of the constitution.
DAILY POST reported on Friday that the Supreme Court ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, to stop release of funds to Rivers State government forthwith until a proper House of Assembly is constituted.
The court also ordered Martin Amaewhule to resume sitting immediately with all elected members.
The erstwhile Rivers Governor, Wike, was in jubilant mood after the ruling, saying it was unheard of where someone will say that three people will constitute the state assembly to make law for the entire state.
Wike also said the Supreme Court has ended impunity in Rivers State.
The court ruled on five appeals before it concerning the dispute in the State Assembly.
Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, Chidi Lloyd, a right-hand man of the FCT minister said, “The minister of the FCT is not a party to all of these things. But you talked about good governance, that we should allow Fubara to govern, no.
“Fubara must govern according to the dictate of the constitution. As one of the judges told him today, you cannot set a law for yourself and not obey them and he made reference to where other arms of government will not allow the other arms to breathe.
“So the legislature in Rivers State should breathe.
“The governor, with due respect, brazenly move into where the Assembly people live with a view to demolishing it but we’re not quick to look… anyway…we’re now toeing the side of peace …those who have the penchant of not obeying court orders should please know that this is Supreme Court of Nigeria.”
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EU allocates €283.73m for development projects in northern Nigeria
The European Union (EU) has allocated €283.73 million for development projects in northern Nigeria. It said it is reinforcing its commitment to economic growth, education, security and humanitarian efforts in the region. This announcement was made by the newly appointed EU Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, in Kano, during a press briefing. The envoy also
EU allocates €283.73m for development projects in northern Nigeria
The European Union (EU) has allocated €283.73 million for development projects in northern Nigeria.
It said it is reinforcing its commitment to economic growth, education, security and humanitarian efforts in the region.
This announcement was made by the newly appointed EU Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, in Kano, during a press briefing.
The envoy also flagged off the Study in Europe fair, underscoring the EU’s continued partnership with Nigeria.
According to Mignot, “The EU is Nigeria’s largest trading partner, accounting for 28 per cent of the country’s total trade, with bilateral trade reaching €35 billion in 2023.
“The EU also remains Nigeria’s biggest investor, holding one-third of its foreign direct investment (FDI) valued at €26.4 billion.”
The envoy explained EU’s commitment to deepening economic cooperation, addressing trade barriers and creating employment opportunities, particularly for the Nigerian youth.
He assured that the Global Gateway Initiative remained a key component of the partnership with priority areas, including renewable energy, digital transformation, agri-food systems and health care.
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Apostle Johnson Suleman’s X account hacked, compromised
Senior pastor and General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, Apostle Johnson Suleman’s X (formerly Twitter) account is hacked and compromised. The popular televangelist raised the alarm in a post on his official Facebook page on Saturday. The clergy urged his followers to disregard all information from his X account until further notice. He wrote,
Apostle Johnson Suleman’s X account hacked, compromised
Senior pastor and General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, Apostle Johnson Suleman’s X (formerly Twitter) account is hacked and compromised.
The popular televangelist raised the alarm in a post on his official Facebook page on Saturday.
The clergy urged his followers to disregard all information from his X account until further notice.
He wrote, “URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE My official X account (@ApostleJohnsonSuleman) has been hacked and compromised.
“Please disregard all information from this account until further notice.
“Verify updates through verified social media channels, Facebook @ApostleJohnsonSuleman, Instagram @ Johnson_Suleman_Official”.
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Ramadan: Nigerians are going through hard time, provide palliatives – Atiku tells govt
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on Muslims across Nigeria to use the holy month of Ramadan as an opportunity for charity, compassion, and prayers for the nation’s progress. In a statement marking the beginning of Ramadan, Atiku emphasized the importance of generosity, urging Nigerians to extend support beyond their immediate families. “The lifestyle
Ramadan: Nigerians are going through hard time, provide palliatives – Atiku tells govt
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on Muslims across Nigeria to use the holy month of Ramadan as an opportunity for charity, compassion, and prayers for the nation’s progress.
In a statement marking the beginning of Ramadan, Atiku emphasized the importance of generosity, urging Nigerians to extend support beyond their immediate families.
“The lifestyle of the noble Prophet Muhammad (SAW) should be our guide, as he taught us the immense benefits of being generous, especially during the month of Ramadan,” he said.
The former vice president also highlighted the economic hardship facing Nigerians and urged governments at all levels to take concrete steps to ease the burden on citizens.
“Nigerians are passing through harsh economic situations, and it is necessary that governments provide palliatives to support the people and alleviate their living conditions,” Atiku stated.
He further encouraged Nigerians to pray for the country’s peace and development, stressing that Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection and national unity.
“I urge that we remember Nigeria in our prayers and call on governments to provide the necessary succour that will ease the pains in the lives of Nigerians during the Ramadan fasting and beyond,” he added.
Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam, is a period of fasting, devotion, and increased charitable acts. Muslim faithful worldwide observe it as a time of reflection, discipline, and communal support.
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Akpabio’s wife sues Natasha for defamation, demands N250bn damages
Unoma Akpabio, wife of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has filed separate lawsuits against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, over alleged defamation and violation of fundamental human rights. The legal action follows recent claims by Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, that her troubles in the Senate started following her
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Unoma Akpabio, wife of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has filed separate lawsuits against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, over alleged defamation and violation of fundamental human rights. The legal action follows recent claims by Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, that her troubles in the Senate started following her
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Akpabio’s wife sues Natasha for defamation, demands N250bn damages
Unoma Akpabio, wife of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has filed separate lawsuits against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, over alleged defamation and violation of fundamental human rights. The legal action follows recent claims by Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, that her troubles in the Senate started following her
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Unoma Akpabio, wife of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has filed separate lawsuits against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, over alleged defamation and violation of fundamental human rights. The legal action follows recent claims by Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, that her troubles in the Senate started following her
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Embrace teaching as profession, not second option – Educationists
Education stakeholders in Kano State have called for a shift in mindset towards the teaching profession, emphasizing that it should be seen as a noble career rather than a fallback option. The experts stated this on Friday at a one day roundtable discussion on the challenges of education quality assurance in Kano State systems, organized
Embrace teaching as profession, not second option – Educationists
Education stakeholders in Kano State have called for a shift in mindset towards the teaching profession, emphasizing that it should be seen as a noble career rather than a fallback option.
The experts stated this on Friday at a one day roundtable discussion on the challenges of education quality assurance in Kano State systems, organized by the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD).
Speaking at the event, Mijitapha Rano
lamented that many individuals enter the teaching profession by accident rather than by passion.
“We must embrace teaching as a profession, not as a last resort when other jobs are unavailable. The quality of education depends on the commitment of teachers, and that commitment can only come when teaching is seen as a career of choice,” he said
He advised that the training and retraining of teachers should be done frequently as a way to change the perception.
According to him, subject-based training should be prioritized to ensure that teachers are properly equipped for their roles.
“English teachers should be trained in English, Mathematics teachers in Mathematics. Combining all subjects into a single training and calling it capacity building is a major flaw,” he stressed.
The stakeholders also decried the political interference in the recruitment of teachers, stating that unqualified personnel were being given teaching positions at the expense of competent candidates.
“We call on stakeholders to address the issue of overcrowded classrooms which makes it difficult for teachers to effectively engage students, limiting their ability to provide individual attention.
“This, in turn, affects the recommendations that quality assurance officers can make regarding classroom management and instructional methods. Ultimately, classroom congestion impacts the quality of instruction, which then affects the overall competence and performance of students, leading to a decline in the quality of graduates from the school system.
They urged the government to demonstrate strong political will and commitment to education reform.
The experts emphasized that leadership at all levels of the education sector should be handled by professionals with relevant expertise.
A speaker at the event questioned the practice of appointing commissioners without a background in education.
“How can you appoint someone who is not from the education sector to lead education in the state? In the health sector, the commissioner is always a professional. Why is education treated differently?” he asked.
Participants urged the government to ensure that future education commissioners have a strong background in the field, arguing that only someone with deep knowledge of the sector can effectively address its challenges.
Professor Garba Sa’ad of Bayero University, who moderated the panel, also lamented that the lack of an effective quality assurance mechanism was another major concern.
“Many quality assurance officers lack the necessary mobility, funding, and incentives to perform their duties effectively.
“How can an officer conduct school inspections without a vehicle or an allowance? Many times, they have to use their own money, which discourages them from doing their work properly,” he added.
To address this, the experts recommended the establishment of fully funded quality assurance offices in every educational zone, as well as annual education quality assurance conferences to review progress and recommend solutions.
They further called for community involvement in addressing the challenges of education quality assurance in Kano State systems.
“Communities must take an active role in monitoring schools. Education is a collective responsibility, and without strong community involvement, reforms will be difficult to sustain.”
The experts stressed the urgent need for reforms to improve teaching standards in the state.
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Osun court sentences two for theft, burglary
A Magistrate Court sitting in Osogbo on Friday, sentenced two persons, Sikiru Raheem and Azeezat Afeez to seven and two year prison term separately for theft and burglary. The duo were arraigned before Magistrate M. A. Olatunji and charged under Sections 390(9), 249 and 412 of the Criminal Code of Osun State. They were charged
Osun court sentences two for theft, burglary
A Magistrate Court sitting in Osogbo on Friday, sentenced two persons, Sikiru Raheem and Azeezat Afeez to seven and two year prison term separately for theft and burglary.
The duo were arraigned before Magistrate M. A. Olatunji and charged under Sections 390(9), 249 and 412 of the Criminal Code of Osun State.
They were charged for breaching the peace and burglary according to Oyedele Akintayo, the Prosecuting Counsel who stood in for the Attorney General of Osun State.
Delivering the judgment, Magistrate Olatunji maintained that the culprits violated the laws of the state and were therefore subjected to punishments as simulated by the Criminal Code.
Reacting, the Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, revealed that the suspects were apprehended in different locations in Osogbo after the reports of their criminal activities were received.
Omoyele stated that the timely intervention of the Amotekun personnel led to the immediate capture of the suspects.
The Osun Amotekun boss said, “The first suspect, Sikiru Raheem, a 30-year-old male, was arrested for the theft of a Ford Jeep worth N7,000,000 (Seven Million Naira). The vehicle, belonging to one Olukokun Morayo, was stolen from the Oke-Onitea area of Osogbo.
“Following a thorough investigation, Sikiru Raheem confessed to stealing the vehicle with the intent to sell it for N1.5 million. He also admitted that this was not his first offense of such nature.
“The second suspect, Azeez Afeez, aged 20, was arrested on February 23, 2025, for committing burglary. Azeez stole several items from a residence, including a standing fan, a torchlight, TV cables, solar radio, a bag of bulbs, wires, MP3 player, and two mobile phones—an MPs and an Itel A33.
“The total value of the stolen items was estimated at N420,000, with the properties belonging to two different victims, Oyagbile Bose and Mrs. Adebisi Grace. During the investigation, Azeez confessed that he stole the items to sell them and raise money for personal gain, and he also admitted that this was not his first crime.”
The Osun Amotekun Corps urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly, as they continue their commitment to maintaining law and order in the state.
He said, “the prosecution of these offenders serves as a deterrent to others involved in criminal activities, reaffirming the Corps’ dedication to ensuring a safer environment for all residents of Osun State.”
Osun court sentences two for theft, burglary