Tragedy in Katsina: Four Dead as Ramadan Alms Distribution Turns Fatal
Katsina State is in mourning following a deadly stampede that claimed the lives of four people during the annual Ramadan alms distribution at the residence of a well-known philanthropist, Alhaji Dahiru Usman Sarki. The tragic incident occurred on February 26, 2026, around 9 pm in Kofar Guga Quarters, as hundreds of residents gathered to receive charitable […]
Adeleke Calls for Justice, Unity in Osun as Ramadan Fasting Begins
He encouraged the faithful to observe the fast in line with Islamic teachings, highlighting the month’s emphasis on personal discipline, communion, and tolerance.
Obi Calls for Prayer, Unity as Lent, Ramadan Coincide
Obi expressed hope that the shared observance would foster unity across religious and regional divides, serving as a catalyst for moral renewal and national healing at a challenging time for many citizens.
Bauchi Reduces Civil Servants’ Working Hours for Ramadan
The measure aims to support full participation in Ramadan activities. “The decision is aimed at enabling Muslim civil servants to properly observe the tenets of Ramadan and participate fully in religious activities during the holy month,” the circular stated.
Kano Censorship Board Shut Entertainment Venues for Holy Month of Ramadan
The directive, announced in a press statement by the board’s Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, targets event centers, gala houses, and DJ operations, mandating their closure throughout Ramadan to promote peace and spiritual focus for residents.
One Dead as Police Arrests 12 Suspects of Midnight Mosque Attack in Kaduna
Kaduna State Police Command has apprehended 12 individuals suspected of attacking worshipers during Tahajjud prayers in the early hours of March 21. The violent incident, which occurred at Layin Bilya, Makwa Road, Rigasain Kaduna, left one young man dead and prompted a swift law enforcement response. DSP Mansir Hassan, the Command’s Spokesman, disclosed details […]
Ramadan: CDS Calls for Prayers to Unite Nigeria, Defeat Evil
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has called on Muslim faithful to dedicate the holy month of Ramadan to praying for Nigeria’s unity and peace. Speaking at the Iftar (Break of Fast) with Muslim members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday in Abuja, Musa emphasized the need for collective […]
Domestic Violence Turns Fatal As Man Kills Wife Over Ramadan Food In Bauchi
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting NIGERIA, NORTH- EAST – Bauchi State Police Command has given details of how a 50- year -old Nuru Isah, killed his second wife, Wasila Abdullahi, 24, over the way and manner she handled the Ramadan food. The Command’s Police image maker, Ahmed Wakil, in a statement, revealed that on Saturday, the command […]