Tag: Eid-el-Fitr
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Photos: Osinbanjo hosts Muslim leaders on Eid-El-Fitr
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, GCON, host Muslim faithfuls, and religious leaders to the 2017 Eid-El-Fitr Celebration (Sallah) which took place in his official residence at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, 25th June 2017. PHOTOS: NOVO ISIORO -
Sultan urges FG to probe sources of herdsmen weapons
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Saad Abubakar, has advised the Federal Government to probe the sources of weapons used by herdsmen accused of attacking Nigerian communities.
Abubakar’s advice is contained in his Eid-el Fitr message delivered on Sunday in Sokoto.
“Real herdsmen do not carry guns; they only move with their cows and sticks.
“There could be bad eggs among the Fulani, but those carrying arms and perpetrating heinous killings are not herdsmen.
“Those carrying arms are criminals and should be treated as such.
“Government should probe the sources of these weapons and take appropriate action so as to minimise these attacks,” he said.
Abubakar commended government’s measures aimed at combating insurgency in the north-east, and cautioned against complacency as the problem was not over.
The Sultan urged Nigerians to complement the efforts of the security agencies toward securing the country, pointing out that security was a collective responsibility.
He praised efforts by the federal and sokoto state governments to restore the lost glories of the educational and agricultural sectors, and called on Nigerians to support such efforts.
The Sultan urged Muslims to reflect on, and uphold the virtues of the Ramadan fast that included patience, perseverance and brotherliness. (NAN)
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Moon sighted, Sunday is Eid-el Fitr – Sultan
The Sultan of Sokoto President General of the Nigerian Supreme of Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar lll has declared Sunday as Eid-el Fitr to mark the end of the Ramadam fast.
He confirmed on Saturday evening that the moon has been sighted in many parts of the country.
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Sallah: Borno restricts vehicular movement
Ahead of the Sallah celebration, Borno State Police command has issued an order prohibiting the movement of vehicles until after the Eid prayers on sallah day.
In a statement issued by the state police public relation DSP Victor Isuku said the measures though regrettable but is to ensure a hitch free celebration.
The statement reads: “In view of the Eid-el-fitr sallah celebration coming up on or about 25/6/2017, Borno state police command wishes to reiterate its commitment towards ensuring a crime/ hitch free celebration. In pursuance therefore, the residents of Maiduguri metropolitan council and Jere local government areas are by this release informed that, there will be restriction of vehicular movement until after the Eid prayers on 25/6/2017. The restriction will include the use of motor vehicles, tricycles, bicycles and animals except those on essential duties.
“This restriction though regrettable, is necessary in view of recent security concerns. Moslem faithfuls are therefore advised to pray at Eid prayer grounds close to their homes.
“While wishing all and sundry a happy sallah celebration, the command wishes to advise the general public to be security conscious at all times and to report any strange or suspicious person(s)/movements or objects to the nearest police officer/station or other security agencies,” the statement explained.
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Eid el-Fitr: NSCDC deploys 1,500 in Enugu
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 1,500 officers and men to ensure adequate security in Enugu State during Eid-el-Fitr celebration, an official said on Friday.
The Commandant of NSCDC in the state, Mr Steve Amoga, gave the figure in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Enugu.
Eid-el-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims worldwide to mark the end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting.
The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday public holiday for the celebration.
Amoga said that the specially-trained NSCDC officers and men would protect critical national assets in their various duty posts across the state during the celebration.
He added that the command would deploy patrol vehicles and work in collaboration with other security agencies during the period.
“NSCDC is assuring all law-abiding citizens of adequate safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
“The command has deployed officers and men to all flashpoints so as to nip any security breach in the bud.
“NSCDC and other security agencies in Enugu State are poised to crush any act capable of undermining the peace in the state,’’ he said.
Amoga warned troublemakers to steer clear of the state or risk arrest.
He appealed to members of the public to report suspicious persons or movements within their localities to security agencies for prompt action.
“Security of lives and property is the responsibility of all,’’ the commandant said.
In Plateau, the NSCDC would deploy 2,000 officers and men in the 17 local government areas of the state to prevent breach of law during the celebration.
Mrs Naomi Cishak, the Public Relations Officer of the Plateau Command of NSCDC, told NAN on Friday in Jos that the officers and men would be deployed at strategic places such as recreational and worship centres, and motor parks.
She advised members of the public to be vigilant.
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Eid-el-Fitr: NSCDC deploys 40,000 personnel, sniffer dogs nationwide
The Commandant-General, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Abdullahi Muhammadu, has directed that 40,000 personnel be deployed nationwide to provide security during the celebration.
The spokesperson of NSCDC, Emmanuel Okeh, made the disclosure in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday in Abuja.
He said that in addition to the 40,000 personnel, sniffer dogs and specialised units such as SWAT, Special Force, CBRN, Surveillance Monitoring Team, Ambulances/Rescue Officers would also be deployed to strategic areas.
Muhammadu assured Nigerians that adequate preparation had been made by the Corps to protect critical areas.
He listed such areas to include places of worship, markets, motor parks, shopping malls, recreational centres, schools and other areas considered to be soft targets for attack by insurgents.
He called on the citizens to be extra vigilant and security conscious at all time and report strange movements and objects to security personnel and the Corps immediately.
“In our efforts to fight miscreants and criminal-minded individuals, who see festive periods as the time to perpetuate their nefarious activities, all hands must be on deck in the areas of intelligence-gathering and reporting suspicious behaviour to relevant security authorities,” he said.
He felicitated with Nigerians, especially the Muslim faithful on the Sallah celebration and urged them to continue to imbibe the spirit of peaceful co-existence and tolerance at all times.
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Eid el-Fitr: FG declares Monday, Tuesday public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Monday, June 26 and Tuesday, June 27 as Public Holiday to mark Eid el Fitr.
Minister of Interior, retired Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau made the annnouncement on behalf of the Federal Government on Thursday in Abuja.
He enjoined all Muslim faithful and Nigerians in general to use the occasion of the celebration for sober reflection and pray for peace, unity and progress of the nation in its march to nationhood.Dambazau urged all Nigerians to shun hate speeches and divisive tendencies and join hands with the government of President Muhammadu Buhari to build a peaceful, strong and united Nigeria.
He assured of a Nigeria, which guarantees fundamental freedoms, including the right of residence in any part of the country, as enshrined in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The minister reaffirmed the determination of the Federal Government to protect all lives and property of Nigerians.
He warned hoodlums not to test the will of the administration.The minister said the government has the capability to deploy security agencies to deal with any individual or group that may threaten the corporate existence of the nation, as well as the peaceful co-existence of the people.
He further assured Nigerians of the government’s resolve to be just and fair to all.
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Eid-el-fitr: Osun offers free train service from Lagos
The Osun Government says it will provide free train ride for its indigenes from Lagos to Osogbo during the Eid-el-Fitr holiday.
The Commissioner for Industries, Commerce, and Co-operatives, Mr. Ismaila Jaiyeoba-Alagbada, gave the information in a statement on Thursday in Osogbo.
Jaiyeoba-Alagbada said the free train would leave Iddo terminus in Lagos to Osogbo on Saturday, June 24 by 10 am and return to Lagos on Tuesday, June 27 by 11 am.
He said the train would also pick passengers along Ogun and Oyo corridor.
Jaiyeoba-Alagbada said the service was in continuation of the commitment of Gov. Rauf Aregbesola’s administration to making life more meaningful for the people of the state.
According to him, the free train service, which commenced in 2011 during festive periods, is also aimed at facilitating a stress-free homecoming for the people during the festival.
The commissioner urged indigenes of the state who wish to come home to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr to make use of the opportunity of the free train service.
“We encourage holidaymakers to use this opportunity to update themselves on the developments that are taking place in the state.
“The Aregbesola administration, regardless of the negative hate campaigns of those that are threatened by its massive pro-people policies, has created an enduring legacy of service.
“We have taken service to the people to a new height that will be impossible to reverse. We have opened up roads and we have built schools that many find hard to believe are possible in this part of the world.
“We have renewed our urban settlements to attract investors. These and much more would be the spectacles to behold when they visit Osun,” he said.
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Eid el-Fitr: FRSC deploys 2,500 personnel, creates five mobile clinics in Kwara
The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), Kwara command said on Wednesday that it had deployed 2,500 personnel and created five mobile clinic toward a hitch free Eid el-Fitr in Kwara.
Mr Sunday Maku, the FRSC sector Commander in the state, made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in llorin.
He said that the personnel would be assisted by some officials from the zonal office of commission to ensure sanity on roads, before, during and after the celebration in the 16 Local Government areas of the state.
Maku added that the five mobile clinics put in place in various parts of the state would take care of emergency situations on the roads.
He said that the command had set up mobile courts in several parts of the state to try recalcitrant motorists during the period.
The sector commander, however, warned motorists again driving under the influence of alcohol, over loading, dangerous overtaking and speeding.
He said that the command would also embark on more sensitisation programme for commercial vehicle operators before the celebration as part of effort to ensure safety on the road.
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LASG resumes sales of LAKE Rice ahead of Eid-el-fitr
The Lagos State Government(LASG) said it would resume the sales of LAKE Rice at approved retail outlets across the state from Monday, June 19, ahead of the Eid-el-fitr.
The state’s Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr Oluwatoyin Suarau, said this on Sunday while reviewing the modalities for the distribution of the rice across the state.
Suarau said that the sales would be part of the state government’s commitment to ensure food security and help residents sail through the current economic recession.
According to him, the rice which has been subsidised to ensure affordability is fresh and safe for consumption.
“The selling of the rice is auspicious, especially, with regards to the forthcoming Eid-el-fitr.
“The ministry will ensure a fair distribution of the rice across the state and ensure that the product is available during the festive period.
“’The prices of the product have not changed: a 50kg bag will sell for N12,000 while each bag of the 25kg and 10kg are going to be sold for N6,000 and N2,500 respectively,’’ he said.
The commissioner listed the approved sales’ outlets to include: Lagos State Agric Input Supply Authority Centres at Ojo, Ajah, Odogunyan in Ikorodu, and Epe.
Other will include the secretariats of all the 57 local government and local council development areas in the state.
He said they would also be available at the Agricultural Development Area Complex at Oko-Oba, Agege; LTV8 Complex in Agidingbi; the State Universal Basic Education Board complex at Maryland; the Government Technical College premises at Idimu-Alimosho and the Eko Farmers Mart, in Surulere.