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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Pray for Leaders In Tough Times
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, recently called on Nigerians to pray for their leaders, regardless of the challenges the country faces.
He made this appeal during an event held at the University of Ilorin, where he spoke about the importance of fostering a positive attitude toward leadership.
During his address, the Sultan highlighted the need for unity and support for leaders, emphasizing that rather than cursing or condemning those in power, citizens should turn to prayer.
He firmly believes that sincere prayers can lead to transformative changes in leaders, encouraging them to become better individuals dedicated to serving the nation.
“Even if a leader is bad, pray for him. Almighty Allah can inspire him to change for the better,” he stated.
The Sultan urged the public to adopt a mindset of encouragement and support, which he believes is crucial for the nation’s progress.
He remarked that a supportive attitude could help create a more conducive environment for effective governance, ultimately benefiting the country as a whole.
The event drew a diverse audience, including notable figures such as the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), and the Secretary-General of KU8+, Professor Francisca Oladipo.
Fagbemi, who chaired the event, echoed the Sultan’s sentiments, emphasizing the importance of encouraging leaders instead of engaging in constant criticism.
He pointed out that constructive dialogue and positive reinforcement could foster a better relationship between the public and those in positions of authority.
The discussions at the event reflect a broader sentiment among many Nigerians who seek to navigate the challenges posed by leadership and governance.
In a time when political discourse often leans toward negativity and frustration, the Sultan’s call for prayer and support offers a refreshing perspective.
It encourages citizens to take a more proactive role in shaping the leadership landscape, fostering a spirit of cooperation and understanding.
Overall, the Sultan’s appeal serves as a reminder of the power of prayer and positivity in transforming leadership and governance in Nigeria.
By shifting focus from criticism to support, he believes that citizens can contribute to creating a more harmonious and productive political environment.
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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