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Peter Obi Urges Unity and Compassion in Eid-El Maulud Message
Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and 2023 presidential candidate, has extended his heartfelt wishes to the Islamic community in Nigeria and around the world as they celebrate Eid-El Maulud, the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
In a statement, Obi acknowledged the significance of this year’s celebration, noting that it comes at a time when many Nigerians are facing severe economic hardships.
Obi highlighted the immense challenges confronting the nation, pointing out that millions of Nigerians are currently grappling with economic difficulties, lack of access to basic healthcare, and the troubling reality of countless children being out of school.
He emphasized that these pressing issues weigh heavily on the nation’s conscience, serving as a reminder of the monumental task ahead in the pursuit of a more equitable and prosperous society.
Drawing inspiration from the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, Obi urged Nigerians to embrace values of love, compassion, and kindness during these trying times.
He emphasized that the Prophet’s message calls for unity and empathy, urging everyone to be their brother’s keeper and extend a helping hand to those in need.
According to him, these values must be at the forefront of efforts to address the deep-rooted inequalities that persist in Nigerian society.
Obi called for a collective commitment to ensuring that no child is left behind in terms of education and that every family has access to essential healthcare services.
He stressed that these are not just political issues but moral imperatives that demand immediate attention and action from both leaders and citizens.
The former governor also used the occasion to encourage Nigerians to reflect deeply on the values that unite them, regardless of their religious or cultural backgrounds.
He called for a renewed commitment to building a nation where every individual has the opportunity to thrive, irrespective of their background or beliefs.
In his closing remarks, Peter Obi wished Muslim families across Nigeria peace, joy, and prosperity during the Eid-El Maulud celebration.
He expressed hope that their prayers would bring lasting peace and security to the nation, which has been plagued by insecurity and economic challenges in recent times.
“Eid al-Maulud Mubarak! May this occasion bring peace, joy, and prosperity to all, and may your prayers contribute to lasting peace and security for our troubled nation,” Obi concluded.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reportedly declared a strike at Taraba State University over outstanding salary-related demands and delays in payments.
The strike is scheduled to begin today, October 12, 2026. According to the union’s chairman, the union had been engaging the Taraba State Government over its outstanding demands since February 2026.
“The union had exercised considerable patience and demonstrated its commitment to dialogue since February 2026, when it began engaging the Taraba State Government over the outstanding issues,” Mbave said.
“The union had earlier suspended its planned industrial action following an appeal by the government for additional time through the Office of the Head of Civil Service, in the interest of maintaining industrial harmony,” the chairman added.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
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