The Sokoto State Government has faced backlash over allegations that it distributed garri, kuli kuli and a sachet of water as Ramadan relief items despite reportedly budgeting ₦1 billion for the programme. The controversy began after a post on X by a user identified as Mallam Jabir went viral. He alleged that the state government…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu says he remains determined to rescue Nigeria and deliver on his promises to citizens. Tinubu spoke on Monday night while hosting state governors to an interfaith breaking of the fast at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The event brought together all governors as Muslims observe Ramadan and Christians mark Lent. Call for…
Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, released messages to Christians and Muslims. She did this as both Lent and Ramadan started on the same day. Tinubu urged Nigerians to pray for the nation’s peace and prosperity. The messages came amid religious observances that began on Wednesday. Lenten Message Promotes Reflection Tinubu addressed Christians during Lent. She…
Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto, received reports of the crescent moon sighting from Islamic leaders across Nigeria on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The sightings occurred on the 29th day of Sha’aban 1447 AH. Additionally the Sultanate Council authenticated these reports through its Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs. Professor Sambo Wali Junaid, chairman of…
