The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Oyo State Chapter, has commended the state government for approving the use of hijab as part of the official school uniform for Muslim female students in public schools. The decision followed complaints from parents, led by Ayanrinde Daud, who reported that some missionary public schools had refused to admit students wearing the hijab. MURIC said it promptly intervened in the matter. The State Secretary of MURIC, Ibrahim Agunbiade, accompanied the affected parents and students to the office of the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr Nurain Adeniran. According to him, Dr…
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When last did anyone hear America called by its proper name by its own President? Increasingly, the United States seems to have been stripped of its identity and rechristened with a single-letter syllable: “I.” Donald Trump, from the moment he set foot in the Oval Office, has made America appear less like a nation and more like a projection of his personality. Policies are no longer described as the work of an administration, but as his personal crusades. Achievements, failures, even global crises — everything is framed in the language of the self. America has been compressed into a single…
The Arewa Youth Vanguard has reacted to recent comments by a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, regarding the political relevance of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. In a statement signed by its National Secretary, Aliyu Suleman Jatau, the group commended Vatsa for his position but said El-Rufai’s legacy should be assessed in terms of accountability rather than political influence. The group alleged that during El-Rufai’s administration, several policies negatively affected the welfare of citizens, including the demolition of homes and markets, which left many people displaced without compensation. It also raised concerns…
As preparations heat up for the historic coronation of Senator and former Oyo State Governor Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan, Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar arrived in Ibadan on Thursday, September 25, 2025, to lend his support to the event. The Sultan, escorted by senior members of the Sultanate Council and the District Head of Kilgori, disembarked from his flight at 2:50 p.m. at the Ladoke Akintola Airport. He was received by top officials, including the Oyo State Commissioner for Works, Mojeed Mogbonjubola; Deputy President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (South), Rasaki Oladejo; Executive…
Critical thinking is the rarest treasure of the human mind—the wealth, resource, and capital of every writer, artist, or thinker. It is the silent engine that powers creativity, imagination, and innovation. As John Dewey once wrote, “The essence of critical thinking is suspended judgment; and the essence of suspended judgment is inquiry.” In our age, where originality defines merit and imagination drives progress, critical thinking is no longer optional—it is the very currency of wisdom, knowledge, and independence. Every human achievement, from groundbreaking inventions to enduring philosophies, is nothing but thought crystallized into form. Consider the foundations of mathematics, chemistry,…
Bauchi State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Usman Shehu Usman, has urged female journalists to harness social media for impactful storytelling that drives societal change. He made the call at a two-day capacity-building workshop for 30 members of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Bauchi chapter, held at the American Corner, Professor Iya Abubakar Community Resource Centre. Usman said participants were expected to generate at least two development-oriented story ideas, emphasising the need to leverage digital platforms to enhance reporting. Representing the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, the Senior Special Assistant on Communication, Abdulwahab Mohammed,…
A faith-based rights advocacy group, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has accused Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State of sidelining Muslims in his latest cabinet appointments of permanent secretaries. MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, in a statement on Thursday, claimed that the governor appointed an “all-Christian” set of nine permanent secretaries, also known as tutor generals, in a list released on Tuesday by the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro. The group described the appointments as “a reflection of religious intolerance, administrative exclusivity, and disregard for constitutional provisions,” alleging that even the few Muslim-sounding names on the list belonged…
At a pivotal moment in the socio-economic landscape of Zaria Local Government, Hon. Engr Jamil Ahmad Muhammad, the Chairman of the Local Government, has taken a commendable initiative by introducing a significant bill to the Zaria Local Government Legislative Council in Kaduna State. This bill, centered around poverty alleviation, has already garnered attention through its first and second readings, signaling a profound commitment to improving the lives of Zaria’s residents. By addressing systemic issues and proposing innovative solutions, Hon. Engr Jamil aims to create a foundation for economic development and social equity in the region. One of the most notable…
In the realm of Nigerian politics, where the echoes of ambition often drown out the voices of genuine service, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abbas Tajudeen, Iyan Zazzau, emerges as a paragon of transformative leadership. His tenure as a Member of the House of Representatives is not merely marked by the passage of time but rather illuminated by a series of impactful initiatives that have reshaped the landscape of Zaria Federal Constituency. Dr. Tajudeen embodies the essence of dedication, foresight, and an unwavering commitment to public service, which is vividly reflected in the breadth and depth of his developmental projects. Across the…
The Middle Belt Journalists Forum (MBJF) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of its Board of Trustees Chairman and former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, Senator Solomon Ewuga. Ewuga, who also served as Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in Abuja. In a statement signed by MBJF National President Mark Mayah and National Secretary, Ladi Emmanuel, the forum described the late Ewuga as “a patriot and statesman whose legacy of service and sacrifice endures.” “Duty, honour, and a deep commitment to the…