The Sultan of Sokoto and Head of Jama’atul Nasril Islam (JNI), Sa’ad Abubakar III, has directed the suspension of Eid-el-Fitr congregational prayers in the outskirts of towns and cities across the country. He gave the directive in a statement on Thursday by the JNI Secretary-General, Dr Khalid Aliyu. The Sultan, who is also the President-General…
Day: May 21, 2020
Tutor-General Commends Investment in Digital Literacy
The Tutor-General and Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Education District III, Dr. Olufolayimika Abiose Ayandele has commended the investment of the Lagos State Government in education and technology. Speaking at the 14th Annual Ramadan Lecture of Education District III held virtually on Tuesday, Dr. Ayandele said the State’s introduction of virtual classes has ensured pupils continue to…
[Opinion] Boom! Another Political Bombshell
Justice-godfrey Okamgba A Nigerian Minister in an interview with the Punch said: ”I didn’t join politics because I wanted to be a leader or because I wanted to solve Nigeria’s problems. I joined because of unemployment. I also, believe there is a part that grace played in it.” Some people still think politics in Nigeria…
FG Extends Easing Of Lockdown In Lagos, Ogun, Abuja By Another Two Weeks
The Federal Government has further extended the gradual easing of the lockdown in Lagos, Ogun states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) by another two weeks. Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Coronavirus Pandemic and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr Boss Mustapha, who announced this during the daily media briefing of…
Banker Commits Suicide In Lagos, Leaves Note For Dad, Girlfriend
A middle-aged man, identified as Kelvin Rhima who worked as a banker is reported to have committed suicide at his house on Modinatu Street in Ogba, Lagos State. According to a report by Vanguard NGR, the lifeless body of Kevin —who worked as a staff of a new generation bank— was on Tuesday discovered dangling from…