Muslims worldwide will celebrate Eid al-Fitr on Sunday, March 30, 2025, following the sighting of the Shawwal crescent in Saudi Arabia on Saturday. The announcement, made by Saudi Arabian authorities, confirms the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawwal 1446. With the crescent moon sighted, Muslims will mark Eid al-Fitr, a festival signifying the end of fasting and a time of gratitude, charity, and communal prayers. Eid prayers will be observed across mosques and open grounds, with leaders urging the faithful to embrace the spirit of unity and kindness during the celebrations.
Author: Bolanle Akinwalere
The Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON), Oyo State chapter, has ushered in a new leadership team, signaling a fresh drive toward the advancement of the automart business in the state. The inauguration ceremony, held today at the association’s office in Idi-Odo, Challenge, Ibadan, brought together key stakeholders, past leaders, and members from various zones and units, underscoring the significance of the transition. Leading the new team is Asiwaju Kolawole Olurinde of A-Plus Motors, who assumes office as Governor. He will be supported by Adeniran Abdulrosheed as Vice Chairman I and Prince Oyedele Adebayo as Vice Chairman II. Other…
Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the passing of Mrs. Bisola Kola-Daisi, the eldest child of the late former Governor of Oyo State, Abiola Ajimobi. She died in the United Kingdom at the age of 42 after a brief illness. The news of her death was confirmed early Thursday, March 27, 2025, sending shockwaves through political, business, and social circles. Bisola, who was married to Kolapo Kola-Daisi, a respected politician and banking executive from Ibadan, was a mother of three. In an emotional tribute, her husband described her as a shining star, saying, “Bisola was not just my wife;…
The Chairman of All Farmers Association of Nigeria, Oyo State chapter, Mr Abass Adewunmi Adekunle, has lauded Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, for the support given to farmers in the state.According to Adekunle in an interview, the support by the administration of Governor Makinde resulted in a considerable increase in farmers’ output in 2024, which eventually resulted in a substantial crash in the prices of food items.The AFAN chairman said the Oyo State government supported all categories of farmers with farming inputs, fertilizers, cash, counsel and tractors, all of which led to bounteous harvests for farmers and cheaper food items…
The Federal Government has appointed Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) as the Administrator of Rivers State, tasking him with overseeing the state’s affairs in the interest of its residents. According to the declaration, which has been published in the Federal Gazette and forwarded to the National Assembly, Ibas will not enact new laws but may formulate necessary regulations. However, such regulations must be reviewed by the Federal Executive Council and formally approved by the President before implementation. The government clarified that the judiciary in Rivers State remains unaffected by the declaration and will continue to function as mandated by the…
President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, as the political deadlock in the state persists. In a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, Tinubu justified the decision by pointing to the prolonged crisis and its impact on governance. He noted that despite multiple interventions, including his own, the situation had not improved. “I feel greatly disturbed by the political crisis in Rivers. The state has been at a standstill, and the people have been deprived of good governance. Fourteen months after Governor Fubara demolished the House of Assembly, it remains unbuilt. Many Nigerians…
The Chairman of Bovas Oil and Gas, Architect Bamidele Olusegun Samson, has underscored the need for the people of Oyo State to pray for a worthy successor to Governor ‘Seyi Makinde when his second term ends. Samson, a former President of the Ibadan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, commended Makinde for his dedication to the state’s development and highlighted the importance of continuity in leadership to sustain progress.
A fire outbreak has engulfed a section of the Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP) in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, following an explosion that occurred on Monday night. As of Tuesday morning, thick black smoke was seen rising into the sky, while flames spread rapidly into the surrounding mangrove, according to a video that surfaced online. The cause of the explosion remains unclear, with authorities yet to confirm whether it resulted from sabotage, particularly in light of recent threats by militant groups targeting oil infrastructure over the federal government’s withholding of Rivers State’s monthly allocations. The TNP is a…
Politicians have been advised to refrain from using religion as a tool for securing elective or appointed positions. This call was made by the guest lecturer, Sheikh Abdul Razak Shittu Jeje, popularly known as “Orator,” during the first Annual Ramadan Lecture organized by Hon. Seun Oladeji, the Chief of Staff to the Chairman of Saki West Local Government. The event, which was held on Wednesday at the local government secretariat, featured a lecture titled “The Influence of Politics in Religion.” Delivering his lecture, Sheikh Shittu lived up to his reputation as an orator, drawing from various philosophical perspectives, including realism…
President Bola Tinubu has assured that the ongoing economic reforms will reverse human capital flight and create a more prosperous future for Nigerian youths. Speaking at the inauguration of the National Youth Conference Planning Committee at the State House on Monday, Tinubu emphasized that strengthening the economy and implementing inclusive policies would encourage professionals to remain in the country. “I want to reassure you that you are the hope of this country, and everything hangs on you. Every decision I have taken is about you. It’s about the future,” Tinubu said. “When we removed the fuel subsidy, it was because…