Saudi Arabia Holds Nigeria to 50,000 Hajj Slots Despite Push for More

NAHCON says the Kingdom cited capacity constraints and limits at the holy sites, while states and tour operators have until September 26 to complete prospective pilgrims’ data upload. By Abdullahi … Read More

Fagbemi: Summit University Has Made Progress, But More Work Lies Ahead

The new Pro-Chancellor commends the university’s progress but calls for stronger collaboration to push it towards its ambition of becoming one of Nigeria’s leading universities. By Abdullahi Yusuf Attorney-General of … Read More

Sultan Calls on Young Journalists to Emulate Nojeem Jimoh at 74

The Sultan of Sokoto praises the veteran journalist’s professionalism, courage and discipline, describing his decades-long career as an example of responsible journalism and public service. By Abdullahi Yusuf The Sultan … Read More

Nojeem Jimoh at 74: The Egbon, Confidant and Friend I Value

By Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola Today, I join family, friends, associates and well-wishers of Alhaji Nojeem Jimoh in celebrating a remarkable milestone, his 74th birthday. For me, however, this is … Read More

MSSN Puts Oloyede’s Decade at JAMB Before a New Generation

The society’s civic reception placed his decade at the examination body before a new generation, with speakers urging students to draw lessons from his record of integrity, innovation and accountability. … Read More

First Lady Presents Qur’an Competition Winner Maryam Dan’Azumi With N20m

The First Lady honoured the 19-year-old Gombe scholar at the Presidential Villa after her historic victory at the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Competition in Saudi Arabia. By Abdullahi Yusuf … Read More

PHOTO NEWS: MSSN Celebrates Oloyede After a Decade at JAMB

By Abdullahi Yusuf A civic reception in honour of Prof. Is-haq Oloyede brought together Muslim scholars, students, former public officials and associates on Tuesday, as the Muslim Students’ Society of … Read More

JUST IN: Sokoto Sets Up 14-Day Panel to Examine Musa Lukuwa’s Statements

The advisory committee will examine the Sharia position on issues raised by the Islamic scholar and submit its findings and recommendations to the state government. By Abdullahi Yusuf The Sokoto … Read More

Keystone Opens Door for Nigerians to Own Stake in Dangote Refinery

The bank joins approved receiving agents for the landmark public offer, giving eligible investors access to 4.1 billion shares at N525 each. By Abdullahi Yusuf Nigerians and other eligible investors … Read More