Ishaq Akintola
4 Jun
Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has faulted the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) industrial action, which is capable of truncating a smooth airlift of pilgrims for this year’s Hajj.
14 Jan
Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has appealed to both the Federal Government and state governments to give female employees four-and-half month leave when their husbands die, saying its attention has been drawn to the predicament of widows nationwide..
6 Dec 2023
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has tasked the Federal Government to investigate the bombing of 120 villagers in Tudun-Biri, Igabi Local Government of Kaduna State by the Nigerian Army. Prof. Ishaq Akintola, the Executive Director, MURIC, said this in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday. “Army drones killed 120 innocent villagers at Tudun-Biri, Igabi Local…
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The Nigeria Customs Service is collaborating with the United States Customs and Border Protection Agency (CBP) on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to curb the flow of illicit drugs and arms into the West African nation. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) Adewale Adeniyi, it was said recently held talks with officials from the CBP to address…
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One month and 25 days to the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, the candidates of the three major prominent political parties contesting the election – the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC) and Labour Party (LP) – have intensified their campaigns but the eruption of violence in the process worry residents,…
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With the steady rise in the prices of goods and services, students of the Rivers State University have begun to devise alternative means of survival. Findings showed that some students have begun to practice ‘one-zero-one meal’ formula per day, entailing they eat in the morning, skip afternoon meals and sometimes eat at night. Also, some students…
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The West African Youth Council has appointed Dr Dike Chuks Ebubedike as Youth Ambassador and presented the prestigious Nelson Mandela Leadership Award of Excellence and Integrity. Announced in an official letter from the West African Youth Council, the appointment is in recognition of his laudable dedication, hard work, and diligence in service to humanity. The…
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A group, United Way Greater Nigeria (UWGN) has marked a significant milestone in its efforts to promote health, hygiene and empowerment among women and young girls in Nigeria. At its yearly Day of Action programme, held at Oshodi Junior High School, it brought together 100 young girls to educate them on menstrual hygiene, debunk common…
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Philip had preached the gospel in Samaria and many people had repented of their sins and believed in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. Many were healed and delivered from unclean spirits. “There was great joy in that city.” Hearing of the great revival in Samaria, the Apostles sent Peter and John to confirm and…
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Women have been urged to focus on building transgenerational wealth, thrive in their chosen fields, and leave footprints for their offspring. This was the thrust at a conference themed, The Winning Woman organised by Gtext Suites in Lagos. Speaking at the event, the convener and CEO, Gtext Suites, Bisi Akintayo noted that a lot of…
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Malala Fund has announced Nabila Aguele as Chief Executive, Nigeria. With 20 years of combined experience, Nabila is poised to help drive the organisation’s work for girls forward. Gayatri Patel also joins Nabila on the Executive Leadership team as Chief of External Affairs. Chief Executive Officer at Malala Fund, Lena Alfi, said, “Our organisation is…
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Odinaka Chike-Enigwe, popularly known as Big Daddy of Lagos, is an act to look out for. The hip-hop and highlife (hip-life) crooner has been thrilling fans with his alluring music.