Why America Will Attack Iran, “Today, nearly everything is made in China – except courage; it’s made in Palestine.” – Anthony Bourdain. Anyone conversant with world affairs knows what’s happening in the Middle East. One does not have to belong to a particular faith to take an interest in events there because, where humanity is concerned, all divine religions agree on …

Akpabio at EKSU convocation, Highlights Education as Tool for Crime reduction … As Gov Oyebanji Restates Commitment to Repositioning Education Sector The Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio has commended Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji for his commitment to leveraging education as a transformative tool to address the challenges confronting the society. He stressed that the Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji administration’s …

Eid celebration: Abubakar Omoluwabi commends Muslim faithful, urges love, tolerance In the spirit of unity, love, and togetherness, the Chairman of the Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo (RUGIPO) Alumni Association, Abuja, Alhaji Otunba Dr Abubakar Adeshina Omoluwabi, has extended heartfelt greetings to all Muslim faithful on the joyous occasion of Eid Mubarak. As the holy month of Ramadan ends, Omoluwabi reflects …

Bloodbath in Uromi: Rogue Vigilante Groups Defy Government Orders, Kill 16 The Edo State government is on top of the security situation arising from the mob killings of innocent Nigerians at Uromi. The government has long banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo therefore ordered security agencies to take firm action against the groups. He …

Edo State Government Condemns Uromi Killings, Vows to Bring Perpetrators to Justice   The Edo State government is on top of the security situation arising from the mob killings of innocent Nigerians at Uromi. The government has long banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state. These groups were created under the previous PDP-led administration of Governor Godwin Obaseki …

The Double Standards Women Face in Society. From time immemorial, women have been subjected to different standards than men, carrying the weight of expectations society has placed on them. Whether in Nigeria, Africa, or Europe, the tale remains the same, women are judged more harshly, held to stricter rules, and denied the privileges freely granted to their male counterparts. It …

Saudi Arabia has announced Sunday, March 30 as Eid Al Fitr 2025. The Gulf country announced the official date after religious committees conducted a moon sighting on Saturday. According to moon sighting results, the committee sighted the crescent for the month of Shawaal, the tenth month in the Islamic calendar. The confirmation means that Sunday marks Eid Al Fitr in …

Religious tensions in Aramoko-Ekiti: Muslim Community decries demolition of two Mosques in six months In a troubling turn of events, the Muslim community in Aramoko-Ekiti has witnessed the demolition of two mosques within six months, raising concerns about religious tolerance and the management of public spaces by local authorities. It is a well-known fact that mosques are traditionally built near …

GOV DIRI ALERTS SECURITY COMMANDERS, ELDERS ON THREAT TO PEACE IN BAYELSA Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has raised the alarm about a plot to breach the peace of the state. Governor Diri, who warned that the state government would not condone any act that would disrupt the peace of the state, advised security commanders, youths, elders and …

Edo’s transformation: Okpebholo’s vision unfolds with Ramat Park Flyover In Edo State today, a transformation is unfolding, one built on the foundation of practical governance, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to delivering governance residents can see, feel, and experience. It all started with the coming of Governor Monday Okpebholo, a humble yet proactive leader, who ushered in a new …