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2023: Tikau Emirate Zakat committee receives over N3m for distribution to beneficiaries

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2023: Tikau Emirate Zakat committee receives over N3m for distribution to beneficiaries

By: Yahaya Wakili

The Annual Zakat and WaQaf 2023 of Tikau Emirate Council Yobe state has collected the sum of #3,727,740 .

The Chairman Tikau Emirate Council Zakat and WaQaf Committee, Alhaji Sabo Sarki Mohammed give the breakdown of the collections at Sabon Garin Nangere, the Headquarters of the emirate council.

He said, Zakat and Waqaf committee collect, 188 bags of grains, #980 pledges, #405 cheques and #2,342,740 cash.

Speaking at the occasion, the Speaker, Dr Abdullahi Abubakar Lamido Chairman Zakat and Waqaf Foundation Gombe state said, Waqaf is a very important institution is an Islamic economic institution the most important in many respect in even important than Zakat from the perspective wide resources of income.

“And the way it is distributed interms of its impact, interms of its contribution to the economic to the social economic development, it is institution it is translated in Islamic endowment where a person dedicate in assets as it endowment.

Adding that the benefit of the asset or the money generate distributed to the designated beneficiaries mostly the poor and the needy and other less privilege members of the society.

“Beyond that also to support religion, to support education, to support water provision environmental sanitation health care delivery and other aspect of social economic life of the people. So Waqaf is a very very important pilar of the Islamic social economic system.” he added.

” Zakat of course it is a pilar of Islam, it is a third pilar of Islam it represent obligatory portion in the wealth of the rich of which the rich has to give the needy and other designated beneficiary and it required as pilar of Islam for every Muslim who has the minimum portion call himself has to pay that Zakat.

In his vote of thanks on behalf of the Emir of Tikau, HRH, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn Grema, the Turaki of Tikau, Alhaji Aliyu Sale Bagare thanks God for bringing us to end this occasion successfully.

He also thank His Royal Highness, the Emir of Tikau, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn Grema for introducing the Zakat and Waqaf annually in the emirate and prayed to Almighty Allah to give him a sound health.

Alhaji Aliyu Sale Bagare who is also the former deputy governor of Yobe state during Governor Bukar Abba Ibrahim regime said because of the efforts of the Emir, Governor Bukar Abba Ibrahim appoint him as state Amiral Hajj on that year.

He said since the introducing of the Zakat and WaQaf twenty years ago we didn’t get elaborate speakers like for this year there are international scholars and there contribution is to the world is not Tikau emirate along.

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Police raids lead to arrest of 104 suspects in Abuja

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Police raids lead to arrest of 104 suspects in Abuja

By: Zagazola Makama

Police operatives in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) carried out successful raids across multiple criminal hotspots on April 23, resulting in the arrest of 104 suspects.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the coordinated operation involved officers from Karshi, Kubwa, Kabusa, Nyanya, Lugbe, Utako, Maitama, Apo, Mpape, Karmo, Tungan Maje, and G/Lada Divisions.

During the raids, authorities recovered cutlasses, dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, and illicit drugs.

The arrested suspects, who have been profiled, are currently in custody, undergoing screening and interrogation. Those found to be involved in criminal activities will be charged to court.

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Man stabs fellow mentally unstable person to death in Delta

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Man stabs fellow mentally unstable person to death in Delta

By: Zagazola Makama

A tragic incident occurred on April 22 in Aladja, Delta State, when Jerry David, a mentally unstable man, allegedly stabbed his fellow companion to death with a broken bottle.

Zagazola Makama understands that a violent altercation between two mentally unstable individuals in his house.

When security personnel arrived the scene discovered that Jerry David had stabbed his fellow resident multiple times on the left hand, rib, back of the head, and left shoulder, causing fatal injuries.

The victim, whose identity is still unknown, was confirmed dead from the injuries. The police evacuated the body and deposited it at Noble Mortuary in Owvian, pending autopsy.

Police sources say an investigation is underway, and efforts are being made to subject Jerry David to a mental evaluation to determine the appropriate course of action.

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Summit University Offa Matriculates 194 Students in Grand Ceremony

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Summit University Offa Matriculates 194 Students in Grand Ceremony

By: Michael Mike

Matriculation Ceremony in a colourful event held at the Alhaja Adiat Abegbe Makanjuola Lecture Theatre, officially welcoming 194 fresh students—comprising 103 males and 91 females—into its expanding academic community.

In his inspiring address, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abiodun Musa Aibinu, congratulated the matriculating students and their families, describing the day as a defining moment that would remain etched in their memories. He commended the students for choosing an institution known for academic excellence, moral integrity, and innovation-driven education.

“This is not just a formal rite of passage,” Professor Aibinu said, “but the beginning of a journey that will shape your future and prepare you for a meaningful life of contribution to society.”

Highlighting the growth trajectory of the university since its academic debut in 2017, the Vice-Chancellor announced the successful expansion from two pioneer colleges to include the Kola Balogun College of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Engineering, the College of Innovation and Computing Technology, and the College of Postgraduate Studies. Students from these new colleges are matriculating for the first time this year, a testament to the institution’s evolution into a hub of emerging technologies and global academic relevance.

Further reinforcing the university’s mission to produce graduates who are both intellectually sound and socially responsible, Professor Aibinu shared that alongside their academic pursuits, students would be immersed in a unique developmental curriculum that integrates essential real-world competencies. These include practical exposure to financial responsibility, ethical leadership, sustainable energy practices, advanced digital technologies, entrepreneurship within academia, cultural heritage appreciation, and global citizenship infused with faith-based values.

Professor Aibinu cautioned the new students against deviating from the university’s code of conduct, reiterating Summit University’s firm stance against any form of social vice. He emphasised that the matriculation oath was a binding commitment to honour, discipline, and excellence, warning that breaches would attract serious consequences.

“As you take your oath today, remember that it comes with responsibilities. At Summit University, we maintain high moral and academic standards, and we expect nothing less from you,” he added.

He also used the occasion to express appreciation to the university’s leadership, proprietors, staff, and host community. Special thanks were extended to the Olofa of Offa, His Royal Majesty Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi, Esuwoye II, and prominent citizens of Offa for their unwavering support in building an institution that continues to position Offa as an emerging smart city and academic destination.

Professor Aibinu concluded by assuring the new students of the institution’s commitment to their growth and success, urging them to seize the unique opportunity before them and strive to embody the University’s motto—to shine like the sun.

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