Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi, has clarified the circumstances surrounding his November 2025 visit to Ibadan, Oyo State, stating that he was not invited by any Muslim group or individual from the South-West. In a statement shared on his Facebook page, Gumi explained that his trip to the ancient city was undertaken in his capacity as a representative of the Coalition of Northern Muslim Ulama. According to him, the purpose of […]

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday inaugurated the main carriageways of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX), linking Ring Road 1 Junction to Ring Road 2 Junction in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the ceremony, the President described the project as a key component of the administration’s efforts to expand infrastructure and stimulate economic growth in the nation’s capital. Tinubu stated that his administration remains […]

The Oyo State House of Assembly has called for the immediate strengthening of security measures across public and private educational institutions in the state following the recent abduction of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area. The resolution was adopted during Tuesday’s plenary after a motion was presented by the lawmaker representing Ibadan South West State Constituency II, Hon. Oluwafemi Oluwafowokanmi. He urged the Executive Arm of Government to […]

The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN) has expressed concern over the worsening security situation across the country, calling on the Federal Government to take urgent and decisive measures to safeguard lives and property. In a statement issued by its Secretary General, Nafi’u Baba-Ahmad, the council noted that Nigerians continue to grapple with killings, kidnappings, terrorist attacks, banditry, and other violent crimes despite repeated assurances from authorities. The council […]