Saturday, October 24, 2026

Faith

September 21, 2026

Christian candidates will punish Nigerian Muslims if elected in 2027 elections: APC Lawmaker Ibrahim Shittu

“Anyone who selects a Christian candidate for governor, let us reject them and not vote for them. If we vote for them, they will punish Muslims,” the lawmaker alleged.

Ibrahim Shittu
September 21, 2026

Ooni begins seven-day spiritual seclusion, urges Nigerian politicians to be selfless

The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, on Sunday, began a seven-day spiritual seclusion ahead of the 2026 Olojo Festival in Ile-Ife, Osun State, from September 24 to 28.

Ooni of Ife
September 19, 2026

Blood Transfusion: Jehovah’s Witnesses revise medical guidelines

Jehovah’s Witnesses revised its blood transfusion policy to allow members to receive or donate four blood components, based on their conscience.

Jehovah’s Witnesses
September 18, 2026

Former OAU professor Oluseye Bolaji is dead

A statement by the dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, J.O. Soyinka, on Thursday said Mr Bolaji died after a brief illness.

September 17, 2026

Gov. AbdulRazaq appoints Mashood Mustapha as coordinator for 2027 hajj

Mr Agboola described the newly appointed Ameerul as a seasoned entrepreneur, public servant, and community leader.

Wakili of Ilorin Emirate, Mashood Mustapha
September 16, 2026

Ooni commends Catholic bishops for service to humanity, contributions to society 

The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has hailed the Catholic clergy in Nigeria for their sacrifices, dedication and contributions to humanity

September 16, 2026

Shettima in Kwara for Gov. AbdulRasaq’s inauguration as Sardauna of Ilorin

The post noted that Mr Shettima would inaugurate two major projects today as part of activities for the ceremony.

VP Shettima in Kwara State.
September 15, 2026

Remi Tinubu awards Qur’anic competition winner N20 million

The First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, awarded Maryam Ibrahim Dan’Azumi N20 million for winning a Qur’anic competition in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

First Lady, Remi Tinubu (Credit: Akwa Ibom state government)
September 14, 2026

Lagos seeks 2,500 hajj slots for 2027

The Lagos government has urged the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to increase its 2027 allocation to at least 2,500 slots.

Katsina Hajj pilgrims
September 12, 2026

Princess Astrid of Norway dies at 94 two days after her brother King Harald’s funeral

The king said, “Aunt Astrid was an important source of support for King Harald and the rest of our family.”