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By Okanga Agila Senator Abdul-Aziz Yari Abubakar’s life has been shaped by a profound sense of purpose, driven by his strong faith and upbringing. As a devout Muslim, he was deeply influenced by the teachings of the Holy Quran and the Prophet (PBH), as well as the exemplary life of his late father, Alhaji Abubakar Yari. Yari’s father was his greatest inspiration, and his teachings have had a lasting impact on his life. Even as an adult, Yari continues to draw strength and guidance from his father’s legacy, often visiting his gravesite at Talata Mafara Central Cemetery to pray and…

The Muslim Ummah of Southwest Nigeria (MUSWEN) is worried over the unnecessary noise; misinformation and unfounded allegations credited to the Non-Muslims on the establishment Independent Shariah Arbitration Panel in some parts of the region. The leadership of the umbrella body for Muslims in the southwest is more disturbed that some high personalities in the region including traditional rulers and senior state government law officials were at the forefront of misleading the public on the issue of Independent Shariah Arbitration Panel. We expect that with the intervention of the number one Muslim body in the country, the Nigerian Supreme Council for…

The Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA) will on Saturday February 8, celebrate 29 of its members for their remarkable achievements and excellence in their professional and humanitarian works. This is contained in a statement from the Public Relations Officer of the Association, Ibraheem Fagbenro, saying the 15th edition of the programme will hold at Bovina-View Hotel, Ilorin, Kwara State. The programme dubbed : National Honors Day, will feature a lecture entitled ” Nigeria’s Economic Reforms: Mitigating the Challenges through sustainable Socio- Economic Measures,” to be delivered by Hon. Justice Ahmad Abdul Raheem Sayi Qadi, Shariah Court of Appeal,…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the Nigerian Maritime University Bill into law. NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, hailed the move as historic, noting the bill’s passage comes years after the university was initially proposed as a solution to unrest in the Niger Delta. Osigwe emphasised the university’s potential to generate employment for residents of the Niger Delta and provide specialized maritime skills to Nigerians. He stated that the President’s assent is a positive step towards reinforcing peace in the region. The NBA President urged the people of the Niger Delta to…

• Revenue soars 109.3% to ₦1.53 trillion • Gross Profit grows by 107.9% to ₦541.71 billion • Profit After Tax rises by 145.3% to ₦274.95 billion • Earnings Per Share (EPS) increases by 145.3% to ₦15.27 BUA Foods Plc, a leading manufacturer of food products has announced its exceptional FY 2024 unaudited financial results, demonstrating resilience amidst economic headwinds. The company’s result shows consistent growth and outstanding performance on all key financial indicators. Leveraging its clear expansion strategy, the BUA Foods is well poised to continue delivering strong results and superior value to its stakeholders on the way to fulfilling…

The Omoluabi Progressives, a political group led by ex-Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, has said its members have resolved to quit the All Progressives Congress. A statement signed by the Organising and Publicity Secretary, Omoluabi Progressives, Oluwaseun Abosede, obtained in Osogbo, stated that the decision to quit APC was the consensus of the stakeholders in the group. Abosede said the decision was taken after the group ratified an earlier resolution of members from the 332 wards across Osun State at its monthly meeting held in Ilesa on Sunday. “Some of the reasons adduced for the resolution include ostracisation from the…

By Philip Agbese  In the chronicles of life, there are leaders, and then there are exceptional leaders. Many are contented with maintaining the status quo, while few embrace the mantle of distinction, challenging the status quo and redefining what it means to serve with humility, integrity, and a resolute commitment to humanity. Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, PhD, GCON, the Speaker of Nigeria’s 10th House of Representatives, firmly belongs to the latter category. In my careful observation of him over the few years of knowing him, I discovered that he is a nationalist to the core, a consummate servant-leader, and a…

Lagos Tops 2024 VAT Generation with N2.75 Trillion, Rivers Second In Nigeria Lagos – Lagos State has emerged as the top earner of Value Added Tax (VAT) in Nigeria in 2024, generating a whopping N2.75 trillion. This figure significantly surpasses that of other states, underscoring Lagos’s dominant position in the country’s economic landscape. Rivers follows closely with N832.69 billion, while Oyo secures third place at N272.41 billion. Key Takeaways: Significant Disparities: The data reveals stark disparities in VAT generation across the country. Economic Powerhouses: Lagos, Rivers, and Oyo, known for their robust economic activities and industrial hubs, dominate the list.…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed board chairpersons for 42 federal organisations and a secretary to the board of the Civil Defence, Immigration, and Prisons Services. The President has also appointed a new managing director for the Nigerian Railway Corporation and a director-general for the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI). President Tinubu directs the board chairpersons not to interfere with the management of the organisations, emphasising that their positions are non-executive. All the appointments take immediate effect. 1. NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS, MINISTRY OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT – Hon. Hillard Eta Chairman (Cross River) 2. NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS…

A male adult of about 45 years old and a female adult of about 37 years old (both names withheld) were rescued from the jaw of death by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service from a vehicle accident involving their Lexus Jeep 350 with registration number EKY 251 HW and a Mack Trailer with registration number BDG 513 XW conveying two containers of 20 feet each. The accident which was a visible call on the Isolo Fire Station of the Agency at about 18:35 hours Wednesday, at the busy Toyota bus stop on Apapa – Oshodi Expressway inward Isolo,…