On Friday, May 16, 2025 (18 Dhul Qadah 1446 AH), the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Masjid al-Haram, witnessed a significant moment of spiritual unity as the Friday Khutbah (sermon) was delivered by Shaykh Yasser al-Dawsari. This sermon, a cornerstone of Islamic worship, was broadcast live in Arabic and simultaneously translated into 11 languages, including English,
Fountain University, Osogbo, has publicly expressed its unwavering support for the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, describing him as a beacon of accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership in Nigeria’s education sector. In an official statement released on Wednesday, the university lauded Prof. Oloyede’s unwavering commitment to reforming the
Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, has stated that Africa must attract over $600 billion in annual investments in the upstream oil and gas sector to meet its rapidly expanding energy demands and industrial growth. Komolafe made this known during the 2025 edition of the Africa Energies
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Ikeja, has issued a stern warning to importers and their clearing agents over the persistent practice of false declarations, describing it as a threat to legitimate trade and national economic security. Speaking in Lagos on Thursday while receiving members of the Shipping Correspondents Association
The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) has declared its renewed commitment to curbing irregularities in the funding and execution of constituency projects across the country. The move is aimed at ensuring strict compliance with federal guidelines and achieving transparency and value for public expenditure. In a statement released on Thursday by the
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), in partnership with the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), has officially commissioned the POWA Model Children’s School located in Sum, Bogoro Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The ceremony, which took place recently, marks a significant step towards improving the welfare of police families and supporting educational development in the
Abuja, May 15, 2025 — Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has publicly praised Professor Ishaq Oloyede, Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), for his exceptional leadership and accountability in the face of recent challenges encountered during the 2025 UTME. In a tweet posted this afternoon,
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to regional unity and democratic progress, declaring that West African nations are “better off together” in the face of growing political and security challenges. The President made the remarks on Thursday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja while receiving the Letters of Credence from the new Ambassador
A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has convicted ten Thai nationals and their vessel, MV Chayanee Naree, over the trafficking of 32.9 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria, handing down a combined fine of $4.36 million in a landmark judgment aimed at deterring international drug smuggling through Nigerian ports. Justice Daniel Osiagor delivered the verdict
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has conducted a specialized training session for its senior officers, focusing on mental well-being and trauma care as part of efforts to enhance emotional intelligence and psychological resilience within the agency. The training, held at the LASTMA headquarters in Oshodi, brought together Directors, Comptrollers, Commanders, and Unit Heads
