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Tinubu Calls for Reflection and Kindness on Maulud Nabiy
On Sunday, President Bola Tinubu extended heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian Muslims in celebration of this year’s Maulud Nabiy, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.
In a statement from Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Tinubu conveyed his best wishes to the Muslim community.
He encouraged Muslims to use this significant occasion for deep reflection on the life and teachings of the Holy Prophet.
“The Maulud is a time for us to ponder the exemplary life of Prophet Muhammad, characterized by purity, selflessness, perseverance, kindness, and compassion,” Tinubu remarked.
“It is important that we strive to embody these virtues in our daily lives.”
The President also urged Muslims to dedicate this Maulud holiday to praying for the nation and fostering empathy and compassion towards one another.
His message emphasized the importance of both spiritual reflection and collective goodwill during this sacred period.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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