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Nigerian telecommunications company, Globacom, has rejoiced with Muslims across the country on the occasion of the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir. It also encouraged them to always uphold the values of sacrifice, love, and devotion that Prophet Ibrahim exemplified.In a message of goodwill, Globacom enjoined Muslims to use the event as a time for introspection, prayers for Nigeria’s economic development, and a renewed dedication to advancing peace, unity, and development in accordance with Prophet Muhammad’s teachings. “We call on Muslims to use this occasion to continue living up to the tenets of their faith through acts of charity, peaceful coexistence with their neighbors,…
As Muslims across Nigeria and the world mark Eid al-Kabir, a season of faith, sacrifice, and reflection, the Director General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, extends heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Muslim faithful. In his goodwill message, Tegbe acknowledged the importance of the festival as a reminder of devotion, obedience, and selfless sacrifice, inspired by the example of Prophet Ibrahim (AS). He encouraged Nigerians to embrace these values, not only as spiritual virtues but as foundations for peace, unity, and shared national progress. “Eid al-Kabir reminds us of what it means to give selflessly, to…
The Federal Commissioner representing Ogun State at The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Hon. Akeem Amosun, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithfuls across Ogun State and Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha, popularly known as Eid Kabir. In a statement released on Friday, Hon. Amosun emphasized the importance of the sacred celebration, highlighting its message of sacrifice, unity, and unwavering faith. “Eid Kabir is a profound reminder of the virtues of sacrifice, obedience, and devotion to Allah’s will. As we mark this occasion, I encourage everyone to embrace its essence in our daily lives,” he stated. Hon.…
A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress(APC) in Ogun State and two term member of the House of Representatives; Hon(Chief) Dr. Jelili Kayode Amusan(JKA) has sent his warm greetings to the people of the state and Muslims worldwide on the celebration of the 2025 EId-al-Adha, urging citizens to embrace faith, sacrifice, and unity for the State’s continued progress and security. In a statement released and signed on Friday, JKA urged citizens to embrace this period for reflection, prayer, and acts of kindness towards one another. While also highlighting the significance of EId-al-Adha, Hon. Amusan noted that its inherent value is…
Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has stressed the need for collaboration among West African States for greater economic and regional integration by leveraging their shared market potential and demographic advantages. The Minister made the assertion at a Private Sector Roundtable in Lagos, as part of the build-up to the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES, which will be held from 20–21 June in Abuja, Nigeria. The roundtable also had in attendance top business leaders gathered at the Metropolitan Club, Victoria Island. Tuggar, at the event, stated that the country’s economic stature within the West African sub-region is both significant and uncontested,…
Lagos, Nigeria, June 4, 2025 – In a significant step towards enhancing online safety for teenagers, Meta is proud to announce the launch of Teen Accounts on Instagram in Nigeria. This initiative is part of Meta’s broader commitment to ensuring safe, private, and positive online experiences for teens across Africa. As more Nigerian teens join Instagram, it is crucial to prioritise their safety and privacy. Parents want to feel confident that their teens can use social media to connect with their friends and explore their interests, without having to worry about unsafe or inappropriate experiences. Teen Accounts were designed to better support parents and…
Lagos, Nigeria – June 04, 2025 – Interswitch, leading African technology company focused on creating solutions that enable individuals and communities prosper across Africa, has reaffirmed its commitment to cross-sector innovation as an Associate Partner at the sixth edition of the Lagos State Real Estate Fest, held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel. Through strategic participation and thought leadership, Interswitch played a significant role in shaping conversations around the future of Propertytech (also referred to as ‘Proptech’) and the role of financial infrastructure in transforming Nigeria’s real estate ecosystem. Themed “The Business of Real Estate: Staying Innovative in a Changing Landscape,” the…
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, has applauded the Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, for his support during her nomination for the federal appointment and his visionary leadership in transforming all sectors of the state. The Minister, who was the erstwhile Ambassador to Spain, paid a courtesy visit to Governor Soludo on Sunday, 1st June, along with a delegation of stakeholders from Nnewi, at the old governor’s lodge in Amawbia, According to Adichie Izuchukwu, Senior Special Assistant to Governor Soludo on New Media, Ambassador Bianca expressed gratitude to Governor Soludo for his invaluable…
Caleb Audu is the Programs Manager at the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria. In this exclusive interview, he explains how game-changing support is transforming care and perception across the country. SCFN has been a key player in transforming sickle cell care in Nigeria. From your perspective, what are the most significant strides the Foundation has made in recent years? We’ve seen real progress in how Nigeria approaches sickle cell care, especially through the work we do at the Foundation. What makes us unique is that we provide an end-to-end support system. From early diagnosis and prevention to comprehensive treatment and, now,…
The Presidential Community Engagement Office (South-West), led by the Senior Special Assistant to the President, Moremi Ojudu, has launched the Light-Up Ibeju-Lekki programme, a transformative grassroots energy intervention set to power homes and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the Ibeju-Lekki community. The initiative, supported by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and executed in partnership with the Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, is a key part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. It aims to improve access to clean, reliable, and sustainable energy at the community level by reducing the electricity burden on families and…