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  • Eid el-Fitr: CP orders security beef up in Kogi

    Eid el-Fitr: CP orders security beef up in Kogi

    The Commissioner of Police in Kogi, Mr Bethrand Onuoha,  has ordered personnel in the Command to maintain a water-tight security to ensure a hitch-free Eid-el-Fitr celebration across the state.

    Onuoha gave the order during a meeting with all the Divisional Police Officers, Supervisory Area Commanders, Tactical and Operational Commanders at the Command’s headquarters in Lokoja on Monday.

    He said that the festivity had made it imperative for the police personnel to ensure that residents celebrate peacefully and successfully.

    “The security of lives and property is paramount to government, hence my directive for water-tight security across the State before, during, and after the celebrations.

    “Therefore, all the DPOs as well as their Supervisory Area Commanders, Tactical and Operational Commanders must beef up security within their area of responsibilities and to ensure massive deployment of patrol teams on major highways.

    “There must be undercover operations to black spots, flashpoints, and other vulnerable criminal spots to nip in the bud all forms of crimes and criminality across the State.

    “This is because we want to make sure that detection of crimes is prompt to serve as an effective deterrent to all criminals,” he said.

    The CP reiterated the command’s unwavering commitment to working in collaboration with other security agencies as well as critical stakeholders in ensuring the safety of lives and property.

    He urged residents to always avail the security agencies with prompt and credible information in order to curtail the activities of criminals.

    While felicitating Muslims on the occasion of the 2024 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, Onuoha also congratulated them for successfully completing the fasting in the holy month of Ramadan.

  • Eid-El-Fitr: Sultan directs Muslims to look for new Moon of Shawwal

    Eid-El-Fitr: Sultan directs Muslims to look for new Moon of Shawwal

    Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, Sultan of Sokoto and President General, National Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), has instructed the Muslim Ummah to observe the crescent of Shawwal 1445AH starting from Monday.

    Prof. Sambo Janaidu, Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council Sokoto, conveyed the directive in a statement issued to Newsmen in Sokoto on Sunday.

    The statement reads: ”This is to inform the Muslim Ummah that Monday, April 8, equivalent to the 29th day of Ramadan 1445AH, will be the day to look for the new moon of Shawwal 1445AH.

    “Muslim are therefore, requested to start looking for the new moon of Shawwal 1445AH on Monday and report its sighting to the nearest District or Village Head for onward communication to the Sultan.

    “Furthermore, the public can report sightings of the new moon through the following telephone numbers: 08037157100, 07067416900, 08066303077, 08036149757, 08035965322, and 08099945903,” it stated.

    The Sultan prayed for Allah’s continued assistance to Muslims in fulfilling their religious duties.

    Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar, immediately follows Ramadan, marking the commencement of Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

    The month symbolises new beginning and spiritual rejuvenation after a month of purification, offering ample opportunities to sustain the positive habits cultivated during Ramadan.

  • Vice President arrives in Maiduguri for Eid-El-Fitr

    Vice President arrives in Maiduguri for Eid-El-Fitr

    Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Sunday arrived in Maiduguri ahead of the Eid-El-Fitr celebration.

    On arrival at the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, Maiduguri, Shettima was received by the Borno Deputy Governor, Alhaji Umar Kadafur, members of the State Executive Council and party chieftains.

    Meanwhile, security has been beefed up in Maiduguri and environs as usual during such festive periods.

    The Eid-El-Fitr celebration marking the end of Ramadan fasting is expected to hold either Tuesday or Wednesday depending on the Lunar calendar heralding the new Islamic month of Shawwal.

  • Eid-el-Fitr: What Buhari, Tinubu told each other in Sallah phone call

    Eid-el-Fitr: What Buhari, Tinubu told each other in Sallah phone call

    Incumbent President Muhammadu Buhari and the incoming President Bola Tinubu on Friday exchanged Eid greetings in a phone call to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

    Malam Garba Shehu, the President’s spokesman confirmed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja.

    According to the presidential aide, both leaders thanked God for seeing the day and prayed for the stability and well-being of the nation.

    Buhari expressed his readiness to welcome Tinubu to the State House as President on May 29.

    Earlier in his Sallah message to Nigerians, President Buhari had said the outcome of the 2023 elections was in line with his pledge to leave a legacy of free and fair elections in the country.

    The president stated this in his goodwill Sallah Message to Muslims on the occasion of the Eid-el-fitr celebration to mark the end of the 30-day Ramadan fasting season.

    According to the president, the peaceful outcome of the 2023 general elections will go down on record as one of the biggest achievements of his administration “in addition to our neutrality in the conduct of the elections.”

    Buhari explained that “the outcome of the elections was in line with my pledge to leave a legacy of free and fair elections.

    “I’m proud that I have created a level playing field for all contestants regardless of party affiliation in order to produce a fair outcome for all.”

    “Free and fair elections are the only principles that give credibility to our democracy, because the subversion of the will of the people undermines democracy itself.”

    The president believed that the elections were so transparent that even members of his own party were routed and unseated.

    “At no point did I interfere with the process in order to give unfair advantage to anyone,” he added.

    On the Ramadan fast, Buhari congratulated Muslims on successfully completing the demanding spiritual obligation.

    While praying to Allah to reward the Muslims for their sacrifices during the fasting season, President Buhari advised that: “We shouldn’t forget the important lessons of the Ramadan, which includes improving our bond with the underprivileged and poor members of society.

    “Abstention from food and drinks during the fasting period had made it possible for us to appreciate the situation of those who go without eating every day.”

    Similarly, Tinubu in an earlier Sallah message had tasked Nigerians to love one another and rededicate themselves to making the country great.

    Tinubu said this in his Eid-el-Fitr message, marking the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan on Thursday in Abuja.

    “We thank Almighty Allah for the grace to witness this year’s eid-el-fitri celebration after the Holy Month of Ramadan.

    “For Muslims in our country and all over the world, Ramadan is a sacred spiritual obligation as one of the five pillars of Islam.

    “With the help of Almighty Allah, we have gone through a period of abstinence, self-discipline, self-reflection, self-purification in gratitude and total submission to the will of Allah.

    “We have engaged in fervent prayers and supplications to Allah,” he said.

    Tinubu added: ”Beyond the self-abnegation and pious living that the fasting imposed on Muslims, the just concluded spiritual exercise have helped to improve our moral character.

    “The period have also helped to refine our minds in pursuit of higher ideals for which there should be no turning back.

    “At the heart of our faith and a major demand on all faithful, is the requirement to commit ourselves to wholesome living.

    “This entails love for one another, love for fellow humans regardless of creed, region and ethnicity, love for our communities and love for country.”

    “To love one another, have compassion, empathy and love our beloved country meant we must become better citizens in line with the teachings of Prophet Muhammed.

    “We must constantly seek to become a better version of ourselves in patriotism, dedication to duty and honesty. We must also never be weary of doing what is right, fair and just to all.

    “We are at the dawn of a Renewed Hope for a better, greater and a more prosperous Nigeria.

    “And I stand ready to walk with all Nigerians, young and old, male and female with this opportunity to serve you in honour and dignity.

    “This is a commitment that I have made and one in which we cannot afford to fail”.

  • EID-EL-FITR Celebration: Osunbor felicitates with the Muslim community

    EID-EL-FITR Celebration: Osunbor felicitates with the Muslim community

    Former Edo State Governor, His Excellency, PROF OSERHEIMEN AIGBERADION OSUNBOR Felicitates with the Muslim community on Eid-el-fitr celebration which marks the end of Ramadan.

    In a statement on Friday, Prof Osunbor urged the faithfuls to imbibe the lessons and gains of the just concluded holy month of Ramadan for improved service to Almighty Allah and also for peaceful and harmonious relationship with their neighbours.

    The statement reads in parts: “I wish everyone a blessed Eid-el-fitri and pray Allah to accept and reward your fasting, alms giving, and worship of Allah, prosper your ways and bless the works of your hands”

    “I pray Almighty Allah accept your prayers, for your families, communities, Edo state and our dear Nation. We beseech Him to grant us peace and harmony, and give all the leaders (incumbent and incoming) the guidance to move our country to greater heights,” the statement further added.

  • May 29: Why I will not live anywhere near Abuja after I leave office – Buhari

    May 29: Why I will not live anywhere near Abuja after I leave office – Buhari

    President Muhammadu Buhari has again reiterated his stand of not living anywhere close to Abuja, the federal capital territory (FCT).

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports President Buhari as saying this so the in-coming president will have time and space to take decisions without him interfering.

    Fielding questions from newsmen after Friday’s Eid-el-Fitr prayers in Abuja, the president expressed the believe that democracy has a bright future in Nigeria.

    He disclosed that his conviction was based on Nigerians’ disposition to defend democracy against all threats.

    “Nigerians appreciate the stability of democracy.

    “The outcome of the 2023 elections in which more than 10 governors failed to make it to the Senate sent a message that Nigerians know the power of their votes and how to use them.

    “Nigerians cherish democracy. They have shown their love for it and will defend it against real or perceived threats.

    “They will continue to vote one way or the other depending on their preferences,’’ President Buhari said.

    He assured that the May 29 handover date to a new administration remained sacrosanct.

    “God willing, nothing will stop the handover,’’ he assured.

    On his plans after leaving office, the president said he felt fulfilled that God had made it possible for him to serve two terms of four years each and looked forward to an orderly handover.

    “I thank God for what He has done for me personally and for what He has enabled us to achieve.

    “I am looking forward to returning to my town; to be as far away as I can from Abuja so that the in-coming president will have the time and the space to take decisions without my distracting him.’’

  • Eid-el-Fitr: Fear God – Islamic cleric admonishes Muslims

    Eid-el-Fitr: Fear God – Islamic cleric admonishes Muslims

    The Chief Imam of Takur Commercial Mosque, Dutse, Malam Baba Waziri, has implored Muslims to always have the fear of the Almighty Allah in all their endeavours.

    Waziri gave the advice in his sermon shortly after leading the 2023 Ed-el-Fitr prayer on Friday in Takur, Dutse.

    He reminded Muslims that every soul would taste death and account for their deeds whether good or bad before the Almighty Allah.

    The Chief Imam Muslim faithful to embrace the noble teaching of the Prophet Mohammed in order for the society to be a better place.

    According to him, the fear of God Almighty and constant supplications by the Muslim faithful can bring an end to the hardship and misfortunes being experienced in the country.

    “If you embrace the noble teachings of the Holy Scripture (Qur’an) and teachings of Prophet Muhammad

    the society will be a better place for all of us,” Waziri said.

    The cleric, however, advised husbands to be kind and patient with their wives and children and not to take the stress of the economic crunch on them.

    He urged them to avoid unnecessary cracks in the family unit.

    Waziri said that being patient and kind to spouses, as well as the good management of homes, would make it easy for husbands to ensure peace in their families.

  • Eid-el-Fitr: Okowa sues for peace, tolerance

    Eid-el-Fitr: Okowa sues for peace, tolerance

    Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has congratulated Muslims in the state, Nigeria and across the world on the occasion of the 2023 Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

    In a statement on Friday in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, Okowa urged all Muslim faithful to display the spiritual benefits of Ramadan, which are love, peace and justice, in their daily living and through this, contribute nation-building.

    “I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially our Muslim brothers and sisters, on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Fitri celebrations.

    “As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitri, it is my hope and prayer that Ramadan’s spiritual lessons and the Holy Prophet’s teachings of piety, love, justice, fairness, equity, peaceful co-existence with others, tolerance, honesty and dedication to duty will remain with us all for the benefit and greater glory of our dear nation.

    “On behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta State, I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims celebrating Eid-el-Fitr in Delta State, Nigeria and around the world.

    “As we celebrate across Nigeria, it is important to remind us of the importance of respecting the faiths and beliefs of all.

    “I urge all Muslim faithful and every Nigerian to use the celebration for sober reflection and pray for peace, unity and progress of the nation as the country prepares for transition to new government at the centre and the states.

    “May the lessons and blessings of the Holy Month also permeate all our activities and positively influence our attitudes towards our fellow countrymen and women, irrespective of religion or place of origin; and promote greater commitment to the peace, unity and stability of the nation.

    “It is my hope that today brings joy to all homes, in Delta State, Nigeria and around the world,” he said.

  • Delta Gov-elect, Oborevwori preaches peaceful co-existence, hope at Eid-El-Fitr

    Delta Gov-elect, Oborevwori preaches peaceful co-existence, hope at Eid-El-Fitr

    Delta State’s Governor-elect, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has felicitated with Muslims across the country as they celebrate Eid-El-Fitr 2023.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Oborevwori, who is the incumbent Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, urged Muslims to rededicate themselves to the teachings of Prophet Mohammad.

    In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Dennis Otu, the Delta State Governor-elect, who is also the National Deputy Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, stressed the need for inter-religious harmony in Nigeria.

    Part of the statement reads: “As Muslims globally celebrate Eid Mubarak, I urge our Muslim brothers and sisters to continue to pray for the peace, unity, and progress of Nigeria.

    “I believe that no matter our faith, religion should be more than a badge of identity; it should also serve as a vehicle to contribute to the socio-economic advancement of our country”.

    Rt Hon Oborevwori prayed that the bonds of friendship, service, and commitment to the unity and peaceful co-existence of Nigeria will be renewed and strengthened in this season.

    He encouraged Nigerians to remain hopeful about the future of Nigeria, notwithstanding the current economic and security challenges.

  • Eld el fitr: Buhari, Tinubu’s Sallah message to Nigerians

    Eld el fitr: Buhari, Tinubu’s Sallah message to Nigerians

    President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said the outcome of the 2023 elections was in line with his pledge to leave a legacy of free and fair elections in the country.

    The president stated this in his goodwill Sallah Message to Muslims on the occasion of the Eid-el-fitr celebration to mark the end of the 30-day Ramadan fasting season.

    The statement was issued by his spokesman, Malam Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Thursday.

    According to the president, the peaceful outcome of the 2023 general elections will go down on record as one of the biggest achievements of his administration “in addition to our neutrality in the conduct of the elections.”

    Buhari explained that “the outcome of the elections was in line with my pledge to leave a legacy of free and fair elections.

    “I’m proud that I have created a level playing field for all contestants regardless of party affiliation in order to produce a fair outcome for all.”

    “Free and fair elections are the only principles that give credibility to our democracy, because the subversion of the will of the people undermines democracy itself.”

    The president believed that the elections were so transparent that even members of his own party were routed and unseated.

    “At no point did I interfere with the process in order to give unfair advantage to anyone,” he added.

    On the Ramadan fast, Buhari congratulated Muslims on successfully completing the demanding spiritual obligation.

    While praying to Allah to reward the Muslims for their sacrifices during the fasting season, President Buhari advised that: “We shouldn’t forget the important lessons of the Ramadan, which includes improving our bond with the underprivileged and poor members of society.

    “Abstention from food and drinks during the fasting period had made it possible for us to appreciate the situation of those who go without eating every day.”

    Meanwhile, Sen. Bola Tinubu, the President-elect has tasked Nigerians to love one another and rededicate themselves to making the country great.

    Tinubu said this in his eld el fitr message, marking the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan on Thursday in Abuja.

    “We thank Almighty Allah for the grace to witness this year’s eid-el-fitri celebration after the Holy Month of Ramadan.

    “For Muslims in our country and all over the world, Ramadan is a sacred spiritual obligation as one of the five pillars of Islam.

    “With the help of Almighty Allah, we have gone through a period of abstinence, self-discipline, self-reflection, self-purification in gratitude and total submission to the will of Allah.

    “We have engaged in fervent prayers and supplications to Allah,” he said.

    Tinubu added:”Beyond the self-abnegation and pious living that the fasting imposed on Muslims, the just concluded spiritual exercise have helped to improve our moral character.

    “The period have also helped to refine our minds in pursuit of higher ideals for which there should be no turning back.

    “At the heart of our faith and a major demand on all faithful, is the requirement to commit ourselves to wholesome living.

    “This entails love for one another, love for fellow humans regardless of creed, region and ethnicity, love for our communities and love for country.”

    “To love one another, have compassion, empathy and love our beloved country meant we must become better citizens in line with the teachings of Prophet Muhammed.

    “We must constantly seek to become a better version of ourselves in patriotism, dedication to duty and honesty. We must also never be weary of doing what is right, fair and just to all.

    “We are at the dawn of a Renewed Hope for a better, greater and a more prosperous Nigeria.

    “And I stand ready to walk with all Nigerians, young and old, male and female with this opportunity to serve you in honour and dignity.

    “This is a commitment that I have made and one in which we cannot afford to fail”.