The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has apologized to Muslim female candidates who were reportedly asked to remove their hijabs at the Caleb University CBT Centre in Imota, Lagos, during the ongoing 2025 UTME. The incident, which occurred on April 24, involved security personnel allegedly compelling candidates to take off their hijabs before being
The Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fatih Society (NASFAT) held a grand sent-forth ceremony in honour of Alhaja Bola Aduke Kupolati, the immediate past National Women Affairs Secretary, on Friday, April 25, 2025. The event, which took place at the Lagos Secretariat Mosque Extension, Alausa, Ikeja, brought together dignitaries, members of NASFAT from across Nigeria and beyond, and a host
The Lagos State chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has formally petitioned the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and the management of Caleb University, Imota, Ikorodu, over what it described as the discriminatory treatment of Muslim female candidates wearing the hijab during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). MURIC raised alarm over
In a remarkable story of determination and divine grace, ten-year-old Ahmad Ziyyad from Malaysia has achieved what many adults spend years striving for — he has memorized the entire Qur’an, all 30 Juz, in just four months. Even more inspiring is the fact that Ahmad is on the autism spectrum, a condition often misunderstood yet,
As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to commemorate the 2025 World Malaria Day today, leading indigenous pharmaceutical company, Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, has reiterated its unwavering dedication to eradicating malaria in Nigeria and across Africa. The company made this known in a statement released on Thursday to mark the global health awareness day,
In readiness for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, Nigerian authorities have announced that all relevant agencies are on full operational alert to provide timely support and assistance to pilgrims—referred to as the Guests of Allah. This assurance comes as thousands of Nigerian Muslims prepare to embark on the sacred journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy has officially opened applications for its 2025/2026 Fellowship Cohort, calling on passionate young Nigerians who aspire to drive meaningful change in public service. The flagship programme named in honour of the iconic statesman and former Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande continues to stand as one of Nigeria’s
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has officially commenced celebrations marking its 61st anniversary with a series of nationwide open day activities, offering the public unprecedented access to its operations, aircraft fleet, and personnel. The commemorative events, held simultaneously across all NAF commands, signal not only a celebration of past milestones but also a bold statement
Candidates from the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) have recorded a resounding success in the March 2025 Accounting Technicians Scheme (ATS) examination conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), achieving a 100% pass rate under the society’s “Catch Them Young” initiative. Among the high-flying candidates are Tijani Fadilulahi Akanmu, Busari Abibah Tolulope, Abdulsalam Moridiyah
In a move that has sent waves of relief and gratitude across Ogun State, Governor Dapo Abiodun has once again demonstrated his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of retirees by approving and releasing a staggering N6.7 billion for the payment of outstanding gratuities to pensioners. This landmark gesture, which covers both state and local
