By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Maigari of Lokoja, Alhaji Ibrahim Gambo Kabir Maikarfi, has called on Nigerians to remain prayerful and law-abiding amid ongoing security challenges, following the successful celebration of Eid al-Fitr. Speaking during the Hawan-Bariki ceremony at Paparanda Square on Saturday, the traditional ruler revealed that arrangements for the Eid prayer were…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab Family members, friends, and sympathizers on Sunday gathered at Alheri Street in Lokoja for a fidau prayer in honour of the late Hajiya Zainab Lami Yusuf. The solemn prayer session was led by Islamic scholar, Sheikh Estu Kenchi, who offered special supplications for the repose of the deceased’s soul, asking…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Maiyaki of Lokoja, Alhaji Ali Lawal Jiya, has called on musicians and entertainers to refrain from involving the traditional institution in political matters, emphasizing the need to preserve the neutrality and dignity of cultural leadership. He made the call while speaking during the Hawan-Bariki ceremony held at the Paparanda…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The family of the late Captain Aliyu Umar Hajji held an 8-day fidau prayer on Saturday at their residence on Madabo Street in Lokoja, honouring his memory. The solemn session was led by the Chief Imam of Lokoja, Sheikh Aminu Shaban, who prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul…
By Inuwa Danladi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday addressed Nigerians following the Eid al-Fitr prayers observed at the historic Dodan Barracks in Lagos. In his remarks, the President called on citizens to embrace unity, peace, and national development as the country moves forward. Speaking to journalists after the congregational prayers, President Tinubu urged Nigerians…
By Our Correspondent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, were officially received by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle. The reception featured ceremonial honours and a warm royal welcome, underscoring the strong diplomatic ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. President Tinubu and his wife were accorded…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Old Market Phone Sellers Association in Lokoja has appealed to the Lokoja Local Government Authority to grant its members approval to rebuild their shops following last week’s demolition. The Chairman of the association, Idris Danladi Ndanusa, made the appeal while speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, describing the exercise as…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Chief Imam of Isah Kutepa Central Mosque in Lokoja, Sheikh Muhammad Yahya Abubilat, has concluded the 1447 Ramadan Tafsir at the palace of the Maigari of Lokoja, with a call for moral uprightness and sustained prayers for peace and development. The ceremony, held at the royal palace, attracted Islamic…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The Chief Imam of Isah Kutepa Central Mosque, Sheikh Yahya Abubilat, has concluded the 1447 Ramadan Tafsir in Lokoja, calling on Muslims to continually pray for their leaders to foster peace, unity, and national development. The closing ceremony, held on Tuesday at Isah Kutepa Central Mosque, drew a large gathering…
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi West Senatorial District has unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR and Sen. Sunday Karimi for a second term in office for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections. The endorsement which took place in Kabba the Senatorial Headquaters of Kogi West was…
