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  • Eid-el-Adha: Lagos monarch urges Muslims to embrace sacrifice, unity,  obedience

    Eid-el-Adha: Lagos monarch urges Muslims to embrace sacrifice, unity,  obedience

    The traditional ruler of Otumara community, covering Ojo-Oniyun, Apapa Road, and its environs in Lagos State, High Chief Kehinde Kalejaiye, has called on Muslims in Nigeria and across the world to embody the values of obedience, sacrifice, tolerance, and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim.

    Describing Eid-el-Adha as one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar, Kalejaiye urged Muslims to reflect on the festival’s core lessons of selflessness, unwavering faith, and commitment to divine will. He emphasized the need for Nigerians to foster love, unity, and reverence for God in nation-building.

    The monarch gave the charge in a goodwill message to Muslims during a courtesy visit by the council of Baales to the palace of the Oloto of Otto Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba Bashiru Abisoye Odesanya, on Friday.

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    “I felicitate with Muslims in Nigeria and across the globe on this occasion of Eid,” he said. “This is a time for sacrifice, tolerance, and obedience to the dictates of Almighty God. I urge all Muslims to reflect on the teachings of the season and come together in prayers for the unity, peace, and progress of our beloved country.”

    Kalejaiye expressed hope that with sincere prayers and collective effort, Nigeria, Lagos State, and particularly Lagos Mainland, would continue to experience peace and development.

    “If we are united in prayer and uphold God’s commandments, our country and communities, including Lagos Mainland will become better places to live and thrive,” he added.

    He also expressed confidence in the incoming administration of Hon. Jubril Emilagba in Lagos Mainland, expressing hope that the district’s fortunes would improve under his leadership for the benefit of all residents.

  • Eid-el Kabir: NBA, Lalong greet Muslims

    The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has felicited with Muslims as they join others to celebrate Eid-el Kabir.

    Also, Plateau State Governor/Northern Governors Forum Chairman Simon Bako Lalong urged Muslim faithful to live peacefully with others.

    NBA Assistant National Publicity Secretary Akorede Lawal said in a statement: “NBA President, Paul Usoro (SAN) on behalf of the national officers of the Bar, felicitates with Muslim lawyers and indeed the entire Muslim Ummah on the celebration of another Eid-el-Kabir.

    “The significance of Eid-el-Kabir revolves around the virtues of faith, trust, sacrifice and belief.

    “It is the hope of the NBA that Muslim faithful will continue to imbibe and live by these virtues as they join hands in building a prosperous and secured nation.

    “The NBA President enjoins Muslim faithful to pray for a just and peaceful Nigeria as they worship at Eid grounds.”

    Lalong urged the Muslim Ummah to practice the virtues of sacrifice, peaceful coexistence, reconciliation and tolerance as professed by Prophet Mohammed (SAW).

    In a statement by his Director of Press Affairs, Dr. Makut Simon Macham, the governor urged Muslims to mark the festival by practicing the teachings of the Holy Quran which advocate goodwill and respect for humanity irrespective of religious, ethnic, political and other affiliations.

    Lalong also appeals to the people of Plateau State to sustain the peace and harmony that currently exists so as to promote development and security, which are crucial to achieving the objectives of his Rescue Mandate.

    He urged religious and community leaders as well as security agencies to work in harmony as they provide a safe and secure environment for the people to observe a hitch-free Eid-El-Kabir.

    Lalong reaffirmed his administration’s determination to serve the people assiduously through implementation of legacy projects that impact directly on the well-being of the citizens in line with the renewed mandate given to him in the last elections.

    The governor wished all Muslims a Happy Sallah celebration and called for continued prayers for the leadership of the country at all levels.

  • Eid-el-Kabir: Aregbesola urges Nigerians to embrace selfless service

    Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola has urged Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of selflessness in the quest for national integration, growth and development.

    He advised the people to eschew violence and display the spirit of love and unity.

    The governor noted that peace is the only tool that can enhance the nation’s progress.

    Aregbesola spoke during the Eid-el-Kabir prayers at the central praying ground at Oke-Baale in Osogbo, the capital.

    The governor, who was represented by his Chief of Staff and governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the September 22 poll, Adegboyega Oyetola, enjoined residents to be law-abiding and maintain the atmosphere of peace.

    He said: “As the governorship election is coming up, I implore our people to shun violence and anything that can compromise the electoral process.

    “We are optimistic that our party, the APC, will emerge victorious, going by the overwhelming support and enthusiasm displayed by the residents.

    “We enjoin the citizens to be law-abiding, to maintain peace and move away from any act capable of undermining peace and tranquillity in the country.

    “We should not see the election as a do-or-die affair but another opportunity to elect someone who will lead us in the next four years and continue to build on the already established foundation of good legacies of this administration…”

  • Eid-El-Kabir: Your sacrifices won’t be in vain, Burutai tells wounded soldiers

    The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Tukur Burutai, on Monday, assured soldiers wounded while fighting Boko Haram insurgents that their sacrifices would not be in vain.

    Burutai gave the assurance during a visit to the soldiers on admission at the 7 Division Medical Services and Hospital (DMSH) in Maiduguri.

    The visit was in celebration of Eid-El-Kabir.

    The COAS, represented by the Commander, Nigerian Army Medical Corps, Maj.- Gen. Ikechukwu Okeke, described the soldiers as heroes of peace.

    He said that the army would provide all medical support for their quick recovery.
    Col. Samuel Adama, the doctor in charge of the hospital, praised the COAS for demonstrating love and affection to the wounded soldiers.

    “The Eid-el-Kabir celebration is a period of compassion and resilience toward achieving lasting peace in the region and the nation.

    “We commend the COAS and other commanders for support to the hospital.

    Brig.-Gen. Bulama Biu, The Acting General Officer Commanding 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, also described the wounded soldiers as heroes and ambassadors of peace, adding that their sacrifices could not be quantified.

    NAN reports that dignitaries at the occasion included commanders and principal officers of the division, family members and well wishers of the wounded soldiers.(NAN)

  • Nasarawa Deputy Gov bags chieftaincy title

    The Nasarawa State Deputy Gov., Silas Ali Agara, has been conferred with the chieftaincy title of ‘Kafisu’ of Uke in Karshi Development Area of Karu Local Government Council.

    The chieftaincy title was conferred on the deputy governor by the Yakanajeh of Uke Chiefdom, Alh. Ahmad Hassan, at his palace in Uke in Karu Local Government area of the state on Wednesday.

    The News Agency of Nigeria  reports that the deputy governor was at the palace of the traditional ruler as part of his annual Sallah homage to palace of traditional rulers in the state.

    The traditional ruler said that he conferred the title on Agara in the spirit of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration and in recognition of Agara’s sterling leadership qualities which, according to the traditional ruler, stands him out from other politicians in Nasarawa State.

    “This title is in recognition of your numerous contributions to the society, your unique leadership qualities and your firm belief in justice, equity, fairness, peace and the rule of law,” he said.

    The traditional ruler appealed to Agara to use his position and resources at his disposal to play key role in promoting peace, religious and tribal tolerance in the state.

    “With the 2019 general election fast approaching, we need respectable stakeholders like you to join us in advocating for peaceful coexistence.

    “We know the administration of Governor Umaru Al-Makura, which you are a part of, has already done a lot.

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    “But we urge you on a personal capacity not to relent in your efforts to promote peaceful co-existence in the state,” he said

    Responding, Agara said he was unaware of the honour and promised to reciprocate the gesture by contributing positively to the development of Nasarawa State.

    He appealed to well meaning citizens of the state to renew their commitment to promoting peaceful co-existence in the state, adding that a society of rancour would benefit no one.

  • 263 commercial drivers undergo eye tests in Enugu

    Two hundred and sixty three (263) commercial drivers in Enugu have gone through free eye test conducted by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to ascertain the state of their sights while on steering.

    The drivers, who were drawn from various motor-park unions in Enugu, were also given lectures on eye care and the need to avoid stimulants that blurs vision.

    The Sector Commander of FRSC in Enugu State, Mr Imoh Etuk, said the initiative was in line with the directive from the corps’ headquarters to ensure an accident free Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

    Etuk further explained that there was a need to conduct free eye test and treatment to reduce road accidents this festive season and thereafter.

    “We are conducting eye test for drivers because it has come to our knowledge that bad eye sight also contributes to most road crashes experience on our roads.

    “Some drivers drive under the illusion of having good sight but the result of this eye test had further proved us right that most drivers are suffering one eye defect or the other.

    “We have noted those with eye defects and as part of our mandate, we will ensure that that the affected drivers do not drive until they undergo the necessary treatment.

    “Glasses as well as further treatments recommended by the optometrists on ground in line with the nature of the eye defect will be given to the tested drivers with eye defect,’’ he said.

    The sector commander thanked the Nigerian Optometric Association, Enugu State Chapter (NOAESC) for buying into FRSC’s vision of ensuring zero tolerance for road accidents, noting that “the exercise is a continuous one that will take place from time to time’’.

    Etuk, however, advised drivers to do proper eye test from time to time, avoid taking alcohol before and while driving as well as avoid buying fairly used tyres for their vehicles.

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    The Chairman of NOAESC, Dr Emmanuel Asogwa, said the association had partnered with FRSC to organise a free eye examination and further treatment for both commercial and private drivers in the state.

    Asogwa said the comprehensive screening programme aimed at determining the visual acuity, coverage level and the colour perception of drivers so as to reduce accidents.

    “Greater numbers of the tested drivers have been found to have colour blindness, short sight, cataract and some only see well with one eye.

    “Having detected these defects, we will make recommendations and direct affected drivers to a specialised clinic for further treatment.

    “If these eye defects are not detected and treated early enough, it will result into more serious eye problems and most importantly, accidents,’’ he said.

    A beneficiary of the free eye test, Mr Paul Okechukwu, said he stopped driving for three months because his sight had deteriorated so badly and he had no money to go for check-up and treatment.

    Okechukwu said the initiative of the FRSC and NOAESC will afford him the opportunity to correct his bad vision and go back to work and fend for his family.

    Another beneficiary, Mr Eze Abugu, said before the test, he thought he had a good sight because he can see some objects few meters away; but the test had proved otherwise.

  • Sallah: Fun seekers troop to leisure spots in Ibadan

    Leisure spots in Ibadan, including the popular Agodi Gardens, were a beehive of activities  as the Eid-el-Kabir celebration continued on Wednesday.

    There was a huge crowd at many of the fun spots in Ibadan  metropolis.

    At the Agodi Gardens, there was a build-up of patrons at the entrance inspite of the  N500  entrance fee.

    Mr Nico Odediran, who brought his wife, four children and some relations,  told our reporters that he went the extra mile to ensure that the children celebrated the season.

    “We came to the Agodi Garden all the way from Osogbo;  such a period is an appropriate  time for the family to come together, interact and celebrate.

    “We are here mostly to make the children happy and relax; it may take a while before we can have such a time together again,” he said.

    Also speaking, Mr Suleiman Boladala, who brought six children, described the Sallah  as the best festival and was worth celebrating.

    “The festival calls for huge celebration and we have no other option than to celebrate, the essence is just to make the kids happy.

    “We pray that our families and country be blessed,” he said.

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    A staff of Vivid Pearls Entertainment at Agodi garden, Mr A.Y Davids, said the funspot often witnessed high patronage during festive periods such as the Sallah due to the competitive prices on offer.

    “We collect just N200 for each child who comes to play on the Bouncy Slide for example.

    “Efforts are made to ensure they don’t hurt themselves as we don’t allow them to climb wearing shoes or holding any sharp object.

    “By God’s grace, none of them has ever had any injury and we have never recorded any casualty” he said.

    Mrs Mudasir Adeyemi, who brought three children to Shoprite Fun spot, expressed gratitude to God to witness another Eid-el-Kabir festival.

    “We still thank God even though we don’t have enough but we did our best to bring the children to celebrate.

    “We pray and hope that the government improves the economy to better our lots,” she said.

    One of the operators at the children’s playing ground at  Shop rite, Mr Lekan Akinfenwa, said operators were making brisk business.

    “During festive periods such as this, we normally make five times of what we make on a normal day.

    “What we make during such a period alone is even enough for us to pay off our debts

    “Many people will still be trooping in  till Sunday, we just give glory to  God,” he said.

    Many fun seekers were also sighted at the National Museum of Unity Ibadan, Bubble Plus as well as  other recreation centres in Ibadan metropolis.

    NAN

  • Eid-el Kabir: Ikorodu monarch preaches peaceful co-existence

    The Ayangbure of Ikorodu, Oba Kabiru Shotobi, said yesterday that the significance of Eld-eI-Kabir was for Muslims to believe in Allah and co-exist peacefully with their neighbours.

    The monarch spoke during Ramadan prayers at the Islamic praying ground in Ikorodu.

    He urged residents and community leaders in the community to be tolerant and to show the virtues of Islam.

    Shotobi said: “Islam is a religion of peace so we urge everybody to imbibe that spirit so that we can live in peace and harmony with ourselves.”

    Similarly, the Chief Imam of Ikorodu, Alhaji Serifudeen Olowooribi, called on Muslims to be good ambassadors of Islam and to show characters worthy of emulation.

    According to him, Muslims should imbibe the rules and regulations attached to the religion and maintain peace in their societies.

    Speaking at the Yidi, the Lawmaker, representing Ikorodu Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Sanai Agunbiade, urged Muslims to submit themselves to Allah.

    Agunbiade, the Majority Leader of the assembly, called on Christians and Muslims to love one another and to live as brothers and sisters having faith in God, country and government.

    He pledged to represent the people in his constituency in a practical and accessible manner.

    “I enjoin both Christians and Muslims to submit themselves to Allah. Love our neighbours as we love ourselves.

     

     

  • Eid-el-Kabir: Etsu Nupe urges District heads to mobilise subjects to get PVC

    The Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar has urged District heads and other stakeholders in the area to mobilise their subjects to register in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) to enable them exercise their right during the 2019 general elections and beyond.

    Alhaji Abubakar made the call in his Eid-el-Kabir Sallah message to the people in Bida praying ground on Tuesday.

    The Etsu Nupe and Chairman Niger state Council of Chiefs says the Permanent Voter Card ( PVC), is the only power the electorate can use  to vote the credible candidates of their choices, ”The PVC is a very potent weapon to either vote in or vote out any candidates seeking to occupy any elective offices.

    “Without it, one would not be able to exercise his due constitutional responsibility of casting his or her vote in the nation’s electoral process.”

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    The Monarch therefore admonished the people of the state and indeed Nigerians to strive to collect the PVCs as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is still distributing the cards .

    He reiterated the importance of the voter card, saying it could not be over-emphasised in the socio-economic development of the country, hence the need for eligible sons and daughters of the area to register.

    He added that “as the nation’s general elections draw closer, I appeal to village heads, district heads and other stakeholders to mobilize eligible voters to register and get their voter cards so as not to get disenfranchised in the 2019 general elections and beyond.

    Abubakar then appealed to Nigerians to shun all acts capable of breaching peace and unity calling on Muslims across the country to use the opportunity provided by the Eid- el-Kabir celebration to rebuild the fabric of national unity and reaffirm Nigeria’ s common destiny as an indivisible entity .

    The Royal Father called on citizens to build bridges of brotherhood to harness the benefits of earthly life and the ultimate purpose of the nation’s unity.

     

  • Peace remains most critical need – Ishaku

    Governor Darius Dickson Ishaku on Tuesday reminded Muslims that peace remains the most critical need in Nigeria especially in Taraba State where many residents have died and thousands displaced from their ancestral homes to crisis.

    He spoke in a statement while rejoicing with Muslims on the Eid-el-Kabir. “I wish all Muslims a happy, peaceful and delightful Eid-el-Kabir celebration,” the statement said.

    The governor’s Sallah felicitation message was delivered by his Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Media and Publicity, Bala Dan Abu.

    “I rejoice with the Muslim Ummah in Taraba State as they join their counterparts in Nigeria and all over the world to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir.

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    “Peace remains the most critical need of the state and this can only be achieved and sustained if the people remain united against the agents of destabilisation; against those who are bent on causing breakdown of law and order in the land,” the governor said.

    Ishaku prayed for “Allah’s abundant blessings and benevolence upon Nigerians.” He thanked God for the gift of life, and reminded Sallah celebrants of the need for them to continue to work very hard for peace in Taraba and the country.

    The governor re-assured them of government’s commitment to his “rescue agenda” which he noted, has already impacted positively in job creation and skills acquisition and also led to unprecedented improvements in WAEC scores by Taraba students.

    “The provision of water to more than 250 communities, renovation and re-equipment of major hospitals in the state and construction of major roads in the three senatorial zone etc, are only a few of the numerous achievements my administration has put in place.

    “In the years ahead, a lot more will be done in terms of service delivery and in support of the welfare of the people. Let me urge all indigenes and non-indigenes of the state to continue to support this administration.”