Hijrah 1448: Three States Declare Public Holiday
Three Nigerian states—Borno, Oyo, and Kebbi—have declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as a public holiday to mark Hijrah 1448 AH, the Islamic New Year.
Three Nigerian states—Borno, Oyo, and Kebbi—have declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as a public holiday to mark Hijrah 1448 AH, the Islamic New Year.
Former Head of State Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar reveals that NADECO leaders privately urged him to extend military rule after realizing he genuinely intended to hand over power in 1999.
Oyo, Kwara, Borno, and Kebbi states declare Tuesday a public holiday for Hijrah 1448 AH. Sultan of Sokoto urged moon sighting. Islamic New Year commemorates Prophet Muhammad's migration.
President Tinubu challenges judges to deliver swift justice, warning that prolonged court delays erode public confidence and undermine democracy. He commissions new Abuja Court of Appeal complex.
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Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji announced that his administration has paid over N85 billion in gratuities and pensions since 2022, crediting President Tinubu's policies for enabling the payments.
The House of Representatives calls for a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria's defence architecture, citing failure of current security strategies against evolving threats.
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State swore in Dr. Adenike Fasina as Head of Service and two commissioners, urging them to work for the state's progress.
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Blessing Fubara, NDC governorship candidate in Rivers State, dismisses claims of being a proxy for his brother Governor Siminalayi Fubara, asserting his independent political vision.
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The Presidency says increased FAAC allocations enable South-East states to execute infrastructure projects without borrowing, citing Ebonyi's housing and tunnel projects as examples.
Former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar reveals why Emeka Ojukwu refused to recognise Yakubu Gowon as head of state, leading to the Nigerian Civil War.
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Ijaw and Urhobo leaders say INEC's restoration of state constituencies in Warri does not address the core ward allocation dispute fueling ethnic tensions ahead of 2027 elections.
Peter Obi calls on Nigerians to emulate the 1993 election ideals to ensure credible, transparent, and people-driven elections in 2027, reflecting on democracy's state.
House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas mourns Rep Yaya Tongo, who died at 62 after brief illness. Tongo served Gombe constituency and chaired Nigeria-UAE Parliamentary Friendship Group.
Former President Obasanjo credits Gowon, Murtala, Fajuyi, and Abdulsalami for pivotal roles in preserving Nigeria's unity and democracy.
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Former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar reflects on Nigeria's 1999 democratic transition, calling it a moral imperative. He urges commitment to democracy at his 84th birthday and book launch.
NAHCON reports 17,347 Nigerian pilgrims returned from Saudi Arabia in 10 days. Nine states completed airlift; others ongoing. Chairman assures timely return by June 30.
Former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar reveals in his autobiography that a clique around General Abacha targeted him and three generals for retirement and political isolation.
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The Secretariat Membership Club (SMC) urged politicians to uphold democracy's qualities, including participation, accountability, unity, and shared responsibility, as Nigeria marked Democracy Day.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar condemns the Federal Government's plan to raise N4 trillion bond for power sector debts, calling it fiscal recklessness and a racket.
President Tinubu celebrates Mark Okoye, MD/CEO of South-East Development Commission, on his 40th birthday, praising his public service record and leadership.
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