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Eid el-Kabir: Senator Lawan calls for peaceful coexistence amongst Muslims
Eid el-Kabir: Senator Lawan calls for peaceful coexistence amongst Muslims
By: Yahaya Wakili
President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, has called on Nigerians to embrace the spirit of love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.
Senator Ahmed Lawan disclosed this in his Sallah Message to Nigerians; it was made available to newsmen in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital.
He said the Eid celebration presents Nigerians with yet another opportunity for deep reflection, spiritual renewal, and strengthening of our bond as a nation.
According to Senator Ahmed Lawan, the Muslim festival serves as a reminder for citizens to continually imbibe the virtues of sacrifice, compassion, and unity.
The President of the Ninth Senate message to Nigerians reads, “I join millions of Nigerians, particularly my Muslim brothers and sisters, in celebrating the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.
“This festival, one of the most important in the Islamic calendar, commemorates the faith and sacrifice exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his willingness to offer his son, Ismail (AS), as a demonstration of his submission to Allah (SWT).
“Eid-el-kabir is a time for deep reflection, spiritual renewal, and the strengthening of our bond as a nation. It reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, compassion, and unity.
“As we celebrate, let us also use this period to pray for peace, unity, and prosperity for our dear country, Nigeria. Let us also seize the moment to pray for the success of our Armed Forces as they tackle insecurity across the nation.
“I urge all Nigerians to embrace the spirit of love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence during and after this festival. Let us work together to build a harmonious and prosperous nation where all citizens can live and thrive regardless of our diversity.
“I wish all Muslims and Nigerians a blessed and joyous Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
Eid el-Kabir: Senator Lawan calls for peaceful coexistence amongst Muslims
Armed robbery foiled by Bauchi Police, three suspects arrested in Bauchi
By: Zagazola Makama
Three persons were arrested following a foiled armed robbery along the Bauchi–Gombe Federal Highway in Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State on Jan. 26.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 12:16 a.m. when armed robbers blocked the road near Kalajanga Hamlet via Bara Village.
Officers on routine patrol responded promptly, engaging the hoodlums and forcing them to abandon their operation and flee into the surrounding bush.
The trail of the robbers led authorities to the house of one Nasiru Ibrahim of Saddiya Hamlet, where two of his children, Isya Nasiru, 20, and Umar Nasiru, 18, were also arrested in connection with the case.
Recovered items included two sticks, a touch light, three bags, a local bullet-proof shirt, face masks, two pairs of shoes, an Oppo android phone, and several local charms.
Sources say Investigations are ongoing.
Armed robbery foiled by Bauchi Police, three suspects arrested in Bauchi
Four killed, 15 injured in lone motor accident on Ibadan–Oyo Expressway
By: Zagazola Makama
Four people were killed and fifteen others injured in a lone motor accident involving a Glynlyon truck along the Ibadan–Oyo Expressway on Jan. 26.
Sources said the truck, with registration number LSD 221 YM, was coming from Kebbi State to Ogun State, carrying rocky stones as well as 23 passengers seated on the stones at the back of the vehicle.
The driver, identified as Muhammed Jibril of Adamawa State, reportedly lost control of the vehicle after hitting a pothole in the Fiditi area, causing the truck to overturn.
The heavy stones reportedly fell on the passengers, killing four instantly, while fifteen others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
The injured were rushed to General Hospital Oyo for treatment, and the bodies of the deceased were evacuated to the hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
Four killed, 15 injured in lone motor accident on Ibadan–Oyo Expressway
Six people abducted by armed bandits in Maru, Zamfara State
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected armed bandits on Jan. 25 abducted six people at gunpoint in Tauji village, Kanoma District of Maru Local Government Area, Zamfara State, while the victims were observing Isha’i prayers.
Sources said one of the victims has been identified as Yahuza Mikailu, 40, while the identities of the remaining five are yet to be confirmed.
The abductors reportedly took the victims to an unknown location.
Efforts are ongoing by security operatives to track the bandits, rescue the victims, and apprehend the perpetrators.
Six people abducted by armed bandits in Maru, Zamfara State
Armed robbery foiled by Bauchi Police, three suspects arrested in Bauchi
Four killed, 15 injured in lone motor accident on Ibadan–Oyo Expressway
Six people abducted by armed bandits in Maru, Zamfara State
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