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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) acknowledges recent discussions in the media regarding its leadership and administrative decisions thus wishes to address concerns raised in some reports. As a public institution, NAHCON always ensures that its leaders and employees are guided by its regulatory framework and civil service procedures in all its operations, administrative…

Oyo State Government has withdrew the criminal charges filed against Naomi Silekunola , the ex- wife of Ooni of Ife , Chairman, Agidigbo FM, Oriyomi Hamsat and the Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun , Ibadan , Abdullahi Fasasi over the stampede that occured in the school late last year. Attorney General and Commissioner for…

The immediate past Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, ambassadors of Spain , Brazil , Columbia and Portugal among other dignitaries within and outside Nigeria are expected to attend the coronation of the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade , billed for Saturday, April 5, 2025. Addressing journalists on Thursday at a press…

The Oyo State Security Council, on Thursday, read the riot act to all illegal miners, bandits, illegal migrants, cultists and other men of the underworld to desist from the acts, saying the government is determined to deal decisively with them.The Council gave the warning at a press briefing shortly after the state’s Expanded Security Council…

Rangers International has eliminated Kano Pillars from the 2025 President Federation Cup following a 1-0 victory over premiership giants. Kano Pillars succumbed to Rangers in the Round of 64 encounter decided in Abuja. Chidozie Okorie got the only goal for his side to progress to the next round of the championship.

Orders Hon. Rasaq Adeyemi to take over in Acting Capacity The Oyo State House of Assembly has suspended the Executive Chairman of Saki East Local Government Area, Hon. Emmanuel Adedokun. The suspension was declared by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Muhammed Fadeyi, who presided over Tuesday’s plenary sitting on behalf of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo…

The Nigerian Army is currently moving toward the Rivers State Government House to enforce President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency. Under the directive, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, state assembly members, and other government appointees are set to step aside for six months. On Tuesday, Tinubu announced the suspension of…

…as Ile Alfa Royal Family Holds 4th Ramadan Lecture The Chief Imam of University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan , Alhaji Lawal Muhaminu Olaoye has urged Muslims to prepare for trial periods, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and faith during challenging times. The Chief Imam disclosed this on Sunday at the fourth Annual Ramadan Lecture of…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has emerged the Independent Newspaper’s 2024 Man of the Year.The award was presented to him at a colourful ceremony, held at Expo Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday night.At the ceremony, where the First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, seven state governors, two serving ministers, several…

…As Sheikh Abdulbasit Kitibi Speaks on Conscience In a gathering that emphasized the spiritual essence of conscience, the Youth Forum of Asa Compound, Ibadan successfully hosted its 4th Annual Ramadan Public Lecture today. The Ramadan Lecture was hosted by the Executive Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran at the Liberty…