Kano, Nigeria – A growing number of residents have been making their way to Hotoron Arewa, a suburb on the outskirts of Kano, following the emergence of what many believe to be a spiritually significant site. A viral video circulating on social media shows a pool of water that appeared near markings on the ground
Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi and Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa are among prominent Nigerian leaders confirmed to attend the 100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda, from July 4–6. Summit Focus and ParticipantsThe event, themed “Leadership Frameworks for Governance, Business Growth, Investment Opportunities, and Sustainable Development in Africa,” will
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has commenced flight calibration checks at the Gateway International Airport in Ogun State, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards the commencement of commercial flight operations at the newly constructed aviation facility. Speaking after the exercise on Monday, the Manager of Flight Calibration Services at NAMA, Miri Selzing,
In a landmark stride towards gender inclusion, the Nigerian Air Force has officially inducted its first-ever set of female trainees—ex-Junior Air Women—into its ranks as Airwomen, marking a significant and historic shift in its recruitment policy and institutional culture. This breakthrough follows the revision of the Nigerian Air Force’s Absorption Policy, which until recently applied
The 47th edition of the Islamic Book Fair was officially launched in Kuwait on Monday, drawing attention to the enduring importance of literature, knowledge, and cultural identity in the Islamic world. The event, held at the headquarters of the Social Reform Society (SRS) in Rawda, is set to run until May 3 and is being
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Prof. Wahab Egbewole (SAN), has extended warm felicitations to the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu Gambari, on his 85th birthday. In a statement signed by the university’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Kunle Akogun, Egbewole praised the
Legal ambiguities, deep-rooted cultural norms, and social stigma have been identified by legal and forensic experts as major reasons behind the low reporting and prosecution of marital rape cases in Nigeria. Despite the growing campaigns against gender-based violence and increasing public discourse on sexual abuse, experts say the issue of rape within marriage remains largely
Professor Abdullahi Saleh-Usman, Chairman of Nigeria’s National Hajj Commission (NAHCON), has dismissed allegations of sidelining board members from oversight functions, asserting adherence to the commission’s legal framework. The rebuttal follows a six-page petition dated March 13, 2025, signed by eight non-permanent commissioners representing Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones and Islamic bodies, accusing Usman of operating as
Real estate stakeholders and advocacy groups are intensifying calls for tax reforms to address Nigeria’s housing crisis, urging the federal government to reduce sector-specific taxes and introduce targeted reliefs. The Housing Development Advocacy Network (HDAN) has specifically demanded the inclusion of low-income housing tax credits in the proposed Nigeria Tax Bill, arguing that excessive levies
The National Youth Service Corps has commenced deployment of 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream I prospective corps members, releasing postings to orientation camps nationwide. This follows the pre-camp physical verification of foreign-trained graduates conducted between April 13-17, 2025, as outlined in the official mobilization timetable. The scheme simultaneously issued stringent travel advisories, prohibiting night journeys to
