…are attacked, investigate it,” he said. He further warned that traditional rulers and religious leaders could influence the political calculations of their communities if they became convinced that the Federal Government was indifferent to the alleged victimisation of their people. He said accounts emerging from politi…

…set to meet on Monday to discuss plans for the breakup of the United Kingdom, UK, Igbo religious leaders have warned the British and Nigerian governments against the consequences of refusing to listen to Nnamdi Kanu’s call for a referendum on Biafra. Emerging reports indicate that representatives of Scotland, Wales and…

…the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Osogbo on Wednesday, September 9, where religious leaders were advised to take preventive measures against possible attacks. The development followed an intelligence report that terrorists were planning to spread insecurity to the southern part of the country, particularly…

…duties, and also deepen their relationship with the traditional leaders, community and religious leaders to ensure the success of the fight against banditry, armed robbery, kidnapping and other criminal activities in the society,” Disu said.

…their achievements. Earlier, the governor had met with traditional rulers and religious leaders in Oju/Obi Federal Constituency. The monarchs subsequently conferred on him the chieftaincy title, “Ogakwu of Igede Land,” meaning “Strong Man of Igede,” in recognition of his leadership and development efforts. The Commissi…

…power. The politician also urged the government to listen to traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations, professionals, women, youths, persons living with disabilities and other citizens, saying they all had valuable contributions to make to the development of the state. Ringim commended the fou…

…their potential. The governor also promised continued collaboration with traditional and religious leaders, political stakeholders, civil society organisations, organised labour, the private sector, women and communities across the state. He particularly praised Deltans for sustaining peace, saying the stability had cr…

…for support for a Muslim-Muslim political ticket. “And now they are bringing in these religious leaders back to you again to tell you to vote Muslim-Muslim, which I said from the outset was nothing but a scam. Nothing to do with Islam,” he said. According to him, religious identity should not be used as a substitute fo…

…a resounding mandate," the statement said.The group also called on traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other northern progressive organisations to unite behind Tinubu's re-election bid. It argued that the current administration's policies in infrastructure, agriculture, security, and economic reform have benefit…

…solutions”, Usman said. The Special Adviser urged political leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders and members of the public to work closely with the government and security agencies. “Those who have useful ideas or suggestions should bring them forward constructively, while those with the capacity to support s…

…together a significant concentration of northern political heavyweights alongside religious leaders, signalling an early push to consolidate support for the president ahead of the 2027 general elections. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The identities of the six APC gover…

…provide timely reports. The commissioner called on parents, caregivers, traditional and religious leaders, community leaders and other stakeholders to complement the government’s efforts by ensuring that all eligible children participated in the campaign and received the recommended medicines from trained health person…

…responsibility. The police cannot do it alone. We need the support of parents, teachers, religious leaders, traditional rulers, community stakeholders and, most importantly, the youths themselves. “You are the architects of your own destiny. Do not allow anyone to use you as cannon fodder for political violence. Do not…

…distribution process, the governor directed local government officials, traditional and religious leaders, community-level committees and other stakeholders to ensure fairness, transparency and accountability. He warned that personal relationships, social status or other considerations must not be allowed to deny deser…

…affecting the country. He also said other voices, including people on social media and religious leaders from different faiths, had supported the concerns raised by the bishops. According to him, Catholic and non-Catholic religious leaders, including Muslim leaders, are all affected by the country's challenges, particu…

…to God’s grace and the prayers of Christian leaders, urging the PFN leadership and other religious leaders to continue praying for Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu and the Delta State Government. He said the 2027 elections should not be viewed solely through political calculations, stressing that God’s will remained supr…

…and promotes peaceful participation,” he said. He also called on traditional and religious leaders to remain voices of moderation and reconciliation in their communities. Musa urged young Nigerians to reject attempts to recruit them as instruments of violence or political manipulation. “Our young people, whose energy a…

…Christian alternative, but Buhari reportedly refused to work with a female running mate.Religious leaders were eventually drawn into the standoff before Tinubu put forward Yemi Osinbajo, who was serving as his Attorney-General in Lagos and is a Christian. Buhari accepted the nomination.The account offers a rare first-h…

…the statement said. The police also called on parents, guardians, political leaders, religious leaders, community leaders and other stakeholders to caution their followers and ensure that celebrations remained peaceful and orderly. According to the command, “the police and other security agencies have been strategicall…

…policing would receive priority under his administration, with traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations, vigilantes and other stakeholders to be integrated into the command's security architecture.He disclosed that the Plateau Command had received additional security assets from the Force Head…

…temporary political gains could result in permanent damage to the nation as he urged religious leaders to use their influence to promote peace and reconciliation, rather than hatred and division. “You as religious leaders, let our mosques and our churches become centres of peace, of reconciliation and responsible citiz…

…concerned” by the remarks made by Jingir at an event in Kano over the weekend. He said religious leaders, particularly those with significant influence, had a responsibility to promote peace, unity and reconciliation rather than make statements capable of deepening divisions. “I am deeply concerned by the comments made…

…a plural society whose Constitution recognised and protected religious diversity, urging religious leaders to use their influence to promote peace and unity. He said, “I condemn the recent rhetoric of Sheikh Yahya Jingir as divisive and capable of fuelling religious tension. Nigeria is a plural society, and our Constit…

…Al-Tijani. A statement by his media aide, Yomi Odunuga, noted that the President said religious leaders had a crucial role to play in confronting violence, extremism and the manipulation of faith for destructive purposes. He urged religious institutions and networks to strengthen advocacy for peace education, religious…

…for displaced families. He also called for greater involvement of traditional and religious leaders in protecting schools and encouraging children to return to education. Psychological and social toll Speaking on the development, National President of the Association of Child and Learning Psychologists, Dr. Sixtus Unig…