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Israel Shuts Jerusalem’s al-Aqsa Mosque At Eid, Cites Security Concerns

Israel Shuts Jerusalem’s al-Aqsa Mosque At Eid, Cites Security Concerns

For the first time since 1967, al-Aqsa mosque – Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy site – will be closed at the end of Ramadan today, with tensions rising among Palestinians as Israeli authorities keep the complex shut, forcing worshippers to hold Eid prayers as close as they can to the sealed site. On Friday morning, hundreds of worshippers were forced to pray outside the Old City, as Israeli police barricaded the entrances to the site. Because of security concerns related to the US-Israeli war on Iran, on 28 February Israeli authorities had effectively sealed off the mosque complex to most Muslim…
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Ugwuanyi: Exemplifying Resilience And Stoicism @62

Ugwuanyi: Exemplifying Resilience And Stoicism @62

By SAMSON EZEA “You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” — Marcus Aurelius Turning 62 is more than the marking of years; it is the celebration of a life tested, refined, and strengthened by experience. To exemplify resilience and stoicism at 62 is to embody the quiet strength that comes from enduring storms without losing one’s sense of purpose or dignity. Resilience at this stage of life reflects the ability to rise above adversities, personal, professional, and societal, while continuing to contribute meaningfully to family, community, and nation. It is the mark…
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Eid el-Fitri: Tinubu, Mbah, Alia, Olubadan, Olaosebikan Salute Muslims

Eid el-Fitri: Tinubu, Mbah, Alia, Olubadan, Olaosebikan Salute Muslims

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan, Sylvia Kodilichukwu,Enugu, Sam Tyav, Makurdi President Bola Tinubu has led the nation's leaders to extend warm greetings to Nigeria's Muslims on the occasion of Eid el-Fitri, which holds today. In his message yesterday, President Tinubu called on Muslims to use the Eid el-Fitr and offer prayers for peace and prosperity to prevail in the country. Tinubu’s message was contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. He charged Nigerian Muslims to rededicate themselves to the noble teachings of the holy month, which emphasise piety, empathy, and unity among humanity. “As…
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January Protests Fallout: Iran Executes Teen Champion Wrestler Saleh Mohammadi, Two Others In Horrific Public Hangings

January Protests Fallout: Iran Executes Teen Champion Wrestler Saleh Mohammadi, Two Others In Horrific Public Hangings

*'They Were Killed To Deter Public Protests Amid War With US/Israel' *Angry Reactions From Amnesty International, Rights Groups *'Ban Iran From All Sports Tourneys' Iran executed a 19-year-old champion wrestler in a public hanging yesterday along with two other people who were arrested during the brutal crackdown on anti-regime protesters in January. Saleh Mohammadi, a rising star from Qom, was allegedly tortured to confess to the capital crime of waging war against God, with the teen executed without a fair trial, according to human rights groups. Amnesty International slammed the executions, alleging that the men were denied “adequate defence and…
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UEFA Champions League Review: Continental Big Beasts Shred EPL’s Best

UEFA Champions League Review: Continental Big Beasts Shred EPL’s Best

Following the outcomes of the second leg matches of UEFA Champions League Round of 16 played on Tuesday and Wednesday, a picture emerged of the strengths of participating teams. Most English Premier League (EPL) teams received raw deals at the hands of their opponents, raising questions about the actual quality of the EPL this season as against hype. The matches threw up some noted observations. The Big Winners Another traumatic week for the self-worth of the Premier League, one in which Europe’s big beasts got into their stride. The defending champions, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), put on a devastating display at…
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Latest Global Terrorism Index: Other Countries Making Progress In Fight, Tinubu Govt Rather Feasting -Obi Reacts

Latest Global Terrorism Index: Other Countries Making Progress In Fight, Tinubu Govt Rather Feasting -Obi Reacts

*From Boko Haram Insurgency To Growing ISWAP Threat, Kidnapping Crisis, Unchecked Violence In Our Rural Communities By Heavily Armed Bandits, Nigerians Are Dying Daily While Those In Power Continue To Feast, He Says *'Nigerians Must Refuse To Accept Terrorism As Norm' The latest Global Terrorism Index ranking, which places Nigeria among the most terrorised nations in the world, has incurred the ire of presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Mr Peter Obi. Reacting in a statement shared on his X handle today, the popular politician described the report as a painful indictment of failed leadership, noting…
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Eid el-fitr: Nigerian Agric Insurance Corporation Boss Puts Smiles On Faces Of Vulnerable Persons In Zamfara

Eid el-fitr: Nigerian Agric Insurance Corporation Boss Puts Smiles On Faces Of Vulnerable Persons In Zamfara

*Donates Food, Other Items To Thousands In 14 LGAs By John Bassey, Zamfara Milk of human kindness flowed freely from Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO), Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC), Alhaji Yazeed Shehu Danfulani, as he distributed Sallah packages containing food and non-food items to thousands of families across the 14 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Zamfara State. The gesture is to help families in need celebrate tomorrow's Eid el-fitr with joy and smiles on their faces. Danfulani's kindness underscored his unwavering commitment to uplifting the conditions of the vulnerable, particularly widows, the less privileged, orphans and other members of…
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JUST IN! About 5000 Relatives, Children Of Iran’s Regime Leaders Holding Positions, Schooling In US -Report

JUST IN! About 5000 Relatives, Children Of Iran’s Regime Leaders Holding Positions, Schooling In US -Report

*Hundreds In Canada, Australia Iranian leaders call the US the “Great Satan” and burn effigies of President Donald Trump in the streets — but that doesn’t stop them sending their kids and relatives to the United States (US) to learn, reports The New York Post. The children of regime leaders and bigwigs are spread across prestigious universities including University of Massachusetts, New York’s Union College and George Washington University, the newspaper added. According to the paper, sources said allowing people linked to the regime, which is currently at war with the US, to assume such influential positions could present a…
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Let’s Cut Tinubu Some Slack

Let’s Cut Tinubu Some Slack

Let’s cut Tinubu some slack: Few months to the 2027 elections, there is no arrowhead for the opposition. They are not allowed to hold meetings, carry out membership registration exercise or even welcome new members into their fold. Yoruba irredentists are warning that anyone opposed to Tinubu’s ambition should steer clear of the Southwest. Yet, no whimper of protest. A once vibrant political nation has been hypnotised. Nigerian politicians have been castrated. Men of yesterday have suddenly become political eunuchs… Tinubu owns APC just as he owns Nigeria and the fear of Tinubu in the party is the beginning of…
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