Kaduna-Kano Railway Has No Loan Provider, Says FG

The Federal Government has said the process of securing a loan for the Kaduna-Kano railway project has not been concluded. The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, who inspected the construction work at the project site on Friday, said China had stopped releasing funds as it used to in the past. According to Amaechi, the $1.2bn … Continue reading “Kaduna-Kano Railway Has No Loan Provider, Says FG”

Emir of Jamare in Bauchi dies, leaves behind two wives, 35 children

Alhaji Ahmad Muhammadu Wabi III, the Emir of Jama’are in Bauchi State has died after 50 years of reign. The Emir died in the early hours of Sunday February 6th a prolonged illness that kept him away from public view. He left behind two wives and 35 children. This sad news was announced by the Gadodamasun Jama’are, Alhaji Salleh … Continue reading “Emir of Jamare in Bauchi dies, leaves behind two wives, 35 children”

Emira D’s Spain makes history as the first black transgender model to work with Victoria’s secret

TikTok personality Emira D’Spain is celebrating becoming the first black transgender model to work with Victoria’s Secret. Emira, better known on social media as XOXOEMIRA  has produced a Valentine’s Day TikTok in collaboration with the lingerie brand. Her clip shows how to enjoy Valentine’s Day without a significant other.  Emira, 25, said, “My entire platform is built on confidence … Continue reading “Emira D’s Spain makes history as the first black transgender model to work with Victoria’s secret”

Governor Makinde approves use of Hijab for Muslim female students in Oyo

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has apporved the use of Hijab by Muslims students in public schools in the state. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Special Assistant on Islamic Affairs, Abdulrasheed Abdazeez, to mark the 2022 World Hijab Day. “Hijab is a covering which not only beautifies the wearer but also helps … Continue reading “Governor Makinde approves use of Hijab for Muslim female students in Oyo”

Kano government asks police to exhume corpse of Almajiri child tortured to death by teacher

Kano state government has asked the police to exhume the corpse of an Almajiri child allegedly tortured to death by his teacher. The directive was given by Dr Muhammad Tahar Adamu, the state’s Commissioner of Religious Affairs who visited the school at Wailari area of Kano State on Tuesday February 1.  The Police Public Relations Officer in Kano, SP Abdullahi … Continue reading “Kano government asks police to exhume corpse of Almajiri child tortured to death by teacher”

Sister Raises Alarm As Nigerian Muslim Student Dies Day After Arriving In Ukraine

Rofeeha, the sister of a Nigerian student in Ukraine, Fadlullah Agboluaje, has raised the alarm after he was reported dead, day after resuming school at the Lviv Polytechnic National University. The elder Agboluaje on her Instagram page revealed how her brother got to Ukraine on 9th January and moved to his accommodation. She said, “He … Continue reading “Sister Raises Alarm As Nigerian Muslim Student Dies Day After Arriving In Ukraine”

Plateau Muslim Pilgrims Board Condoles NCPC Boss On Mum’s Death

The members of the Plateau State Muslim Pilgrims Board on Saturday paid a condolence visit to the Executive Secretary, Nigeria Christian Pilgrims Commision to condole him on the loss of his mother, Mrs Ngo Zimi Pam. In his condolence speech, Chairman of the Board, Mr Auwal Abdullahi, described death as a phenomenon which everyone must … Continue reading “Plateau Muslim Pilgrims Board Condoles NCPC Boss On Mum’s Death”

Forceful Initiation Of Muslims Into The Awo Opa Cult In Ikorodu: MURIC Sends SOS To Lagos CP

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has sent a Save Our Soul (S. O. S.) message to the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, regarding the forceful abduction and initiation of Muslims against their will by the Awo Opa Cult in Ikorodu. MURIC described the practice as criminal and illegal. This was revealed in a statement issued … Continue reading “Forceful Initiation Of Muslims Into The Awo Opa Cult In Ikorodu: MURIC Sends SOS To Lagos CP”

Unsung Hero: Nigerian Soldier, MM Hassan Who Killed Boko Haram Fighters

To the people of Damboa in Borno State, the late Munir M Hassan was the ever-ready soldier found in the thick of battle. They called him Sarkin Yaki, meaning king of war in Hausa. According to Security Analyst, Zagaola, Captain Hassan had a bounty of N10 million placed on his head by then leader of … Continue reading “Unsung Hero: Nigerian Soldier, MM Hassan Who Killed Boko Haram Fighters”

Terrorism: If a Muslim commits a crime, blame him alone and leave the whole religion out of it- footballer Abba Bichi tells Nigerians

Nigerian footballer, Abba Bichi, has asked Nigerians to stop associating religion to the crime any criminal perpetuates. In a post shared on his Instagram page, Bichi opined that if a Muslim or a Christian does a criminal act, people should learn to blame the criminal and not his or her religion.  The post Terrorism: If a … Continue reading “Terrorism: If a Muslim commits a crime, blame him alone and leave the whole religion out of it- footballer Abba Bichi tells Nigerians”