…of beneficiaries, political leaders, traditional rulers, community stakeholders, religious leaders and party faithful from across the constituency, including the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi. The beneficiaries received cars, shuttle buses, tricycles, motorcycles, sewing machines,…

…the Babaloja General of the state, Y.K. Abass; market leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders and other dignitaries.

…has become a major driver of violence and instability. Thus, he also called on parents, religious leaders and community members to ensure every child, particularly those affected by conflict and poverty, has access to quality education. The Bishop made this observation when the Jesuit Refugee Service Nigeria launched a…

…in partnership with government institutions, security agencies, traditional rulers, religious leaders and civil society organisations. She added, “The Action Plan is the outcome of years of consultations, technical reviews and stakeholder engagements that began in 2024. “The document localises Nigeria’s commitment to t…

…an abuse of privilege. Reacting to the controversy, Wike argued that public comments by religious leaders should be balanced, saying that consistent criticism without acknowledging government achievements could be interpreted as politically motivated. He says everyone knows who Onaiyekan is supporting. "If a religious…

…serving and former ministers, members of the National Assembly, traditional rulers, religious leaders and other dignitaries who gathered to bid farewell to one of Nigeria’s most respected public servants. His passing marks the end of an era for Nigeria, but his enduring legacy of integrity, exemplary leadership, humili…

…Jonathan, governors, ministers, members of the National Assembly, traditional rulers, religious leaders, senior military officers, diplomats and other dignitaries from across the country, who gathered to celebrate Jang’s 80th birthday and witness the unveiling of his autobiography. The post Jang shaped my political jou…

…Omale, has called for collaboration among all levels of government, traditional rulers, religious leaders, stakeholders, youth, and communities to address the insecurity affecting some parts of the state. Omale also urged the people of the Benue South senatorial district to remain calm and […] The post Killings: Benue…

…on youths, women, farmers, artisans, traders, professionals, traditional rulers and religious leaders to support the PRP, urging politicians to embrace issue-based campaigns instead of divisive politics. He expressed optimism that, with honest leadership, prudent management of resources and people-centred governance, B…

Àjose Nigeria has urged religious leaders and churches across the country to embrace compassion as a critical tool in addressing Nigeria’s maternal health challenges, saying supporting access to life-saving healthcare for women facing high-risk pregnancies should not be misconstrued as endorsing abortion. The call come…

…speak on issues affecting Nigerians. “We are not politicians running for office. We are religious leaders who feel we have a duty not just to preach our doctrines but also to address the lives of our people,” he said. Onaiyekan said the bishops deliberately presented the realities confronting Nigerians rather than givi…

…illegal possession, manufacture and traffilking of arms, and encouraged traditional and religious leaders to champion voluntary disarmament in their communities.The NCCSALW was established under the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons Act, 2024, to coordinate the fight against the illegal movement of weapons and en…

…remain committed to earning it, one milestone at a time.” He urged traditional rulers, religious leaders, and citizens as a whole to provide timely information to security agencies to enable security agencies deal with emerging threats before they become operational. The post We’re crushing security threats—Ribadu appe…

…possession, manufacture and trafficking of arms while encouraging traditional and religious leaders to promote peace and voluntary disarmament. He also sent a stern warning to arms traffickers and manufacturers. "To those who remain engaged in the illegal manufacture, trafficking or use of weapons, let today's exercise…

…up.” The rapid rise of sports betting in Nigeria has continued to spark concern among religious leaders, financial experts and social commentators, who have repeatedly warned that dependence on gambling for income can expose young people to financial hardship, addiction and other social challenges.

…partly read. The lobbying firm further announced plans to meet anti-drug organisations, religious leaders and victims of heroin abuse in the United States. “As President Donald Trump has rightfully shown, US agencies must never protect foreign leaders accused of having links to drugs smuggled into the United States. “N…

…(ICoC), a landmark framework aimed at combating hate speech, promoting responsible religious leadership and strengthening peaceful coexistence amid growing concerns over violence and polarising rhetoric. The Sultan, represented by Prof. Muhammad Isah Maishanu, set the tone for the conference with a call for faith leade…

…include farmers’ associations, artisans, women and youth groups, support groups, religious leaders, traditional institutions, community leaders, professional associations, and many others. Speaking to thousands of beneficiaries at the Mallawa Eid Ground in Zaria, Speaker Tajudeen explained that this initiative was part…

…deepened non-kinetic operations through sustained engagements with traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth and women groups, as well as community leaders to strengthen trust and encourage information sharing. He noted that medical outreaches, educational support, environmental sanitation exercises, sporting activi…

…leadership and expressed disappointment over what he described as the response of many religious leaders to the country’s challenges. Speaking in a recent video, Odumeje said he believes pastors have a responsibility to speak against bad governance rather than remain silent. While referring to Enoch Adeboye, he said he…

…called for deeper collaboration with local communities, traditional institutions and religious leaders to build community-based intelligence and trust-driven security partnerships, and urged the federal government to accelerate deployment of modern security technologies, including unmanned aerial systems, geo-spatial i…

…by non-existent personalities and organisations - ghost workers, fake products, fake religious leaders, fake journalists, fake politicians, fake soldiers, fake task force, fake government officials, fake lawyers and several others. In all honesty, how do you think Nigeria won't produce a ghost or fake official agency w…

…Communities remain the first observers of suspicious activities. Traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations, professional associations, the media, youth groups, and responsible citizens all have indispensable roles in preventing violence, promoting resilience, and strengthening national unity. T…

…of education," he said. The governor called on northern governors, traditional rulers, religious leaders and the National Assembly to work together on sustainable solutions, including legislation and expanded access to formal and vocational education. He said that tackling the challenge required creating alternatives f…

…Oyebanji also commended INEC, security agencies, election observers, traditional rulers, religious leaders, labour unions, artisans, market women, persons living with disabilities and party supporters for their contributions to the success of the election. The governor particularly hailed the unity displayed by leaders…