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April 10, 2024 President Tinubu, Pastor Umo Eno, Others Felicitate Nigerians at Eid El Fitr

President Tinubu, Pastor Umo Eno, Others Felicitate Nigerians at Eid El Fitr

President BOLA AHMED TINUBU has felicitated the Muslim Ummah at Eid-el-Fitr, an auspicious occasion that signifies the end of Ramadan.

 

To mark the season, The President saluted the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and all around the world, praying that their supplications and sacrifices this season and after will receive the fitting rewards from Almighty Allah.

 

President TINUBU therefore appealed to all citizens to come together and rededicate themselves to the noble duty of building the nation.

 

IN THE SAME VEIN, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor UMO ENO has held an Iftar with the Muslim community in the State, at Government House, Uyo.

 

Led by the leadership of the Akwa Ibom Council of Islamic Affairs (AKCIA) which comprises, the Chairman, League of Imams in the State, Imam ABUBAKAR SADIQ, amongst others, the Governor thanked the Muslim community for their support during last year’s election and for maintaining the harmonious relationship that has existed in the State.

 

He urged the Arewa community to ensure the herders in their midst conduct themselves and business appropriately to avoid destruction of farmlands as famers return to their farms in the state.

 

The Governor thereafter, announced a 200 million interest-free loan to the Arewa Community, saying the same interest free loan would be extended to the Yoruba Community; the Igbo and the Niger-Delta communities.

 

 

The state executive further used the opportunity to appoint Mr. EMMANUEL OGBOLE as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Non-Indigenes’ Affairs and Alhaji IBRAHIM ILIYA as the Special Assistant, Arewa Community.

 

Speaking earlier, the Chairman of the League of Imams, Akwa Ibom State, Alhaji ABUBAKAR SADIQ had thanked the Governor for the love and cordial relationship that has existed with the Muslim community in the State.

April 9, 2024 Federal Government Adds Thurday April 11 to Eid-El Fitr Holidays

Federal Government Adds Thurday April 11 to Eid-El Fitr Holidays

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced Thursday, April 11, 2024, as an additional public holiday.

This decision was disclosed through a statement issued by Dr. Aishetu Ndayako, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, on Tuesday.

The announcement, which was shared via the ministry’s official communication channel, highlighted the importance of recognizing Eid-El-Fitr and providing an opportunity for citizens to commemorate the religious occasion.

The statement said, “The Federal Government has approved Thursday, April 11, 2024 as an additional public holiday to celebrate this year’s Eid-El-Fitr.

“The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, while congratulating the Muslim Ummah for a successful completion of a month of spiritual rejuvenation, reiterates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s firm commitment to providing a safe and prosperous Nigeria for all to thrive.”

Saudi Arabia, on Monday, said the crescent of Shawwal has not been sighted, indicating that the fasting will continue on Tuesday.

It also added that the Eid-El-Fitr would hold on Wednesday, April 10 to mark the beginning of the new Islamic month.

April 8, 2024 NYSC Gets New Coordinator in Akwa Ibom

NYSC Gets New Coordinator in Akwa Ibom

The National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Akwa Ibom State, has received its 19th state coordinator, Mr Christopher Okun.

Okun succeeds Mrs Chinyere Ekwe, who has been redeployed to the NYSC Area Office in Minna, Niger State, after the expiration of her tenure.

A statement signed by NYSC Public Relations Officer, Mr Udogwu Madukaku, on Saturday, said the new coordinator was the Deputy Director (Operations), South South Area Office, Asaba, in Delta.

He said that Okun is a graduate of the former Bendel State University, now Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma, Edo State, where he graduated in 1987 with a B.A. (Hons) in History.

The statement reads in parts: “With this appointment, Mr Okun has become the 19th Chief Executive Officer/State Coordinator of the Scheme in Akwa Ibom State.

The new State Coordinator is expected to bring his rich expertise in the course of his many years with the NYSC to bear on the activities of the scheme in the state and to move it to the next level.”

The NYSC PRO said Ekwe, in her handover note, welcomed Okun to the state, assuring him that he was in good hands, as staff of NYSC Akwa Ibom have served NYSC diligently during her time.

The statement said the new state coordinator commended Ekwe for her show of good leadership qualities and her motherly disposition towards the corps members and wished her well in her new station.

April 2, 2024 JTF Rescues Kidnap Victims in Delta State

JTF Rescues Kidnap Victims in Delta State

The Joint Task Force (JTF) in the Niger Delta, Operation Delta Safe, says its troops on Monday rescued nine kidnap victims abducted by armed gunmen on March 29 along the Ugheli-Patani axis of the East-West road.

Rear Admiral John Okeke, commander of the joint military force deployed to Niger Delta, confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday night.

Okeke said that 10 suspected kidnappers were arrested in the rescue of the victims, who included an NYSC member and a Navy rating.

“In continuation to ensure safety of lives and property in the Niger Delta Region, the gallant troops of the Joint Task Force South South Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), comprising troops of Quick Response Force (QRF) of Headquarters OPDS, Land, Maritime, and Air Components, rescued nine kidnapping victims on Monday, April 1, 2024.

“The freed victims were kidnapped on March 29, 2024, along Patani-Ughelli Road in Delta State.

“During the rescue operation, 10 suspects in connection with the kidnap incident were arrested. Among the rescued victims is a Naval Rating and an NYSC member,” Okeke said.

The JTF Commander subsequently warned criminal elements within the Niger Delta region to desist from their nefarious activities as there will be no safe haven for them in the region as troops will not leave any stone unturned in ensuring a conducive environment for the safety of lives and properties.

Okeke also commended the troops for their gallantry and efforts in the rescue operation.

He urged the general public to always provide useful information to security agencies on criminal activities within their communities.

Credit (NAN)

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