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Don’t set Nigeria ablaze, NASFAT tells politicians  

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The National Missioner of the Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fathi Society (NASFAT), Imam Abdul-Azeez Onike has said the prayers of many Nigerians were answered with the outcome of the 2023 elections, advising the President-elect to be fast in healing the wounds of the nation. He said many people thought the country would scatter going by the rate at which […]
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The National Missioner of the Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fathi Society (NASFAT), Imam Abdul-Azeez Onike has said the prayers of many Nigerians were answered with the outcome of the 2023 elections, advising the President-elect to be fast in healing the wounds of the nation.

He said many people thought the country would scatter going by the rate at which people beat the drum of war prior to the elections.

Onike stated this in his sermon shortly after the two-rakat Eid prayers at the NASFAT Islamic Centre, Asese along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

He said those who felt aggrieved or shortchanged on the outcome of the election should explore legal action and avoid setting the country ablaze.

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He said the national interest and the peace of the nation should be paramount in their mind.

He said those elected President, governors and legislators emerged by the will of God, adding that those who lost should embrace peace.

He said, “Let us allow peace to reign, if you feel aggrieved or shortchanged go to court. We urge everyone to embrace peace, don’t challenge the will of Allah.”

Onike noted that those who beat the drum of war and fanned ember of ethnic and religious bigotry were disappointed by the peaceful outcome of the election.

“We stand to gain nothing by promoting religious or ethnic bigotry. Muslims and non-Muslims can coexist peacefully in this nation.

“Before the election, some people were beating the drums of war but Allah did not make their plan possible. They campaigned on ethnicity and religion,” Onike added.

He advised the President-elect to act very fast in healing the wounds of the country and run an all-inclusive government and unite all sections of the country.

He said NASFAT as an organisation has taken it upon itself “to continuously pray for the President-elect”, advising Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to appoint “competent, sincere and like-minded people” into positions.

He stated that the choice of Ministers, advisers etc could make or mar the incoming administration’s goals, referencing an Arab proverb: “Choose the friend before (choosing) the road.”

The Chief Missioner also enjoined the President-elect to make deliberate efforts in healing the wounds, adding that “never again should Nigerians allow divisive tendencies to be implanted into Nigerian politicking. We have always been defined by religious tolerance, while divide and rule tactics are not in our dictionary.”

He also urged Muslims to sustain the good deeds and shun vices as they did during Ramadan.

Onike advised Muslim faithful to be conscious of the spirit of Eid-ul-Fitr by praising Allah for successful ending of Ramadan and demonstrating brotherhood.

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BREAKING: APC Suspends Ganduje – 365 News

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Lifestyle Nigeria gathered that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ganduje Ward of Dawakin Tofa local government area of Kano State has suspended the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, from the party.

The announcement was made by the ward’s legal adviser, Halliru Gwanzo, who addressed journalists in Kano on Monday.

Gwanzo cited allegations of bribery against Ganduje by the Kano State Government as the reason for the suspension.

“We decided to suspend Dr. Ganduje from the party due to the seriousness of the allegations against him,” Gwanzo stated.

He said the suspension subsists until he clears himself from the allegations.

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Coastal Highway Dispute: Obi Calls Out Umahi to Substantiate Allegations

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The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has addressed what he calls the “distortion of facts” surrounding his actions and statements during his tenure as governor of Anambra State, particularly concerning the ongoing demolitions for the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal super highway.

In a statement on Thursday via his X account, Obi stated, “I aim to address these issues directly, devoid of political rhetoric, to ensure clarity for all. Let me be unequivocal: during my governorship, I made it abundantly clear that all structures obstructing existing roads and lacking approval would be removed.”

Referring to a circulated Update, Obi clarified, “The circulated Update clearly stated this, and I only initiated removal when construction had already commenced. Any insinuation otherwise is a blatant misrepresentation of the truth.”

He challenged critics, saying, “I challenge anyone to verify and show me where the demolished structures on existing roads or ongoing businesses were not encroaching on the road and built without government approval while I served as governor.”

Obi cited the demolition of the Onitsha North local government headquarters situated on the only existing stadium.

“I decisively demolished the Onitsha North local government headquarters situated on the only existing stadium, relocated, and built a brand new structure for the local government office away from the stadium,” he explained.

He further detailed his actions as aimed at restoring the stadium to its original purpose and honouring Nigerian sports heroes.

“This action was necessary to restore the stadium to its original purpose as a sporting facility for the people. Subsequently, the stadium was rightfully named after the first owner of the first football club figure in Nigerian sports, Chuba Ikpeazu, as a tribute to our commitment to honouring our heroes,” Obi stated.

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Akpabio: No Nigerian Will Work Under Inhuman Conditions Again

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The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has assured Nigerian workers that the National Assembly and the executive arm of government would work collaboratively to give them a living wage and better working conditions.

The Senate President declared that “No Nigerian worker will again be allowed to work under inhuman conditions. We will do everything to give you the best because you deserve the best.”

He made the declaration in a statement on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, to congratulate the workers as they commemorate the 2024 May Day.

Akpabio, in the message, extolled the sterling qualities that stood out to the Nigerian workers, saying, “A Nigerian worker is noted for his patriotism, hard work, resilience, and dedication to duty.

“I am happy to be associated with the Nigerian workers in the last more than 25 years and I can attest to the fact that everywhere you go, the Nigerian worker’s spirit resonates profoundly.”

Speaking on this year’s theme for Workers’ Day, “Ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate,” Akpabio promised that the National Assembly under his leadership was more than committed to ensuring the best working conditions for the Nigerian workers.

The Senate President reiterated that the theme for this year’s celebration was apt and in tune with the international best practices, assuring that nigeria would not be left behind.

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