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SSANU president decries economic hardship in Eid-el-Fitr message

The SSANU president highlights economic hardships faced by workers in Nigeria while extending Eid-el-Fitr greetings and calls for government responsiveness.

Mar 20 β€’ 20:16 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Barau urges support for Tinubu as Abure laments hardship

Senator Jibrin Barau has called for Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu amid global economic challenges during his Eid-el-Fitr address in Abuja.

Mar 20 β€’ 19:09 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: APC urges Nigerians to sustain prayers for peace, unity

The All Progressives Congress (APC) calls on Nigerians to maintain prayers for peace and unity during Eid-el-Fitr, emphasizing the values of Ramadan.

Mar 20 β€’ 18:07 UTC
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ADC, UNILORIN urge unity, compassion as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Fitr

The African Democratic Congress in Nigeria has called for unity and compassion among Nigerians as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr amid ongoing economic and social challenges.

Mar 20 β€’ 17:56 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Fubara, Yahaya celebrate Ramadan with Muslims, urge peaceful coexistence

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reiterated his commitment to ensuring the safety of all citizens, including Muslims, and promoting peaceful coexistence in the state during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 20 β€’ 17:33 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: CAN, APC chieftain seek prayers for Tinubu, unity

The Christian Association of Nigeria encourages unity and prayers during Eid-el-Fitr amidst ongoing national challenges.

Mar 20 β€’ 17:22 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Pray against insecurity, promote unity, Bago, Otti urge Muslims

Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago urges Muslims to pray for an end to insecurity during his Eid-el-Fitr message.

Mar 20 β€’ 15:18 UTC
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Makinde, Diri urge Muslims to promote peace, uphold Ramadan lessons

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has called on Muslims to uphold the values of humility, kindness, and forgiveness as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr and beyond the Ramadan period.

Mar 20 β€’ 15:00 UTC
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Okpebholo, Customs chief urge citizens to sustain Ramadan virtues

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo encourages Nigerians to uphold the values of Ramadan, emphasizing compassion, tolerance, and selflessness during Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 20 β€’ 13:37 UTC
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Sanusi, Bayero, Kwankwaso hold separate Eid prayers in Kano

In Kano State, three separate Eid prayers were held by key leaders, indicating increasing divisions among the region's traditional and political figures.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:53 UTC
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Muslims in Jumilla resist the far-right from a parking lot: 'It's what they have left us'

About 1,500 residents of Jumilla gathered in a public parking lot to celebrate Eid al-Fitr after the town council prohibited them from using a sports hall for the event.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:29 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Olukoyede, Bauchi Emir urge Muslims to uphold anti-corruption values, unity

The Chairman of Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission urges Muslims to maintain the values of anti-corruption and unity learned during Ramadan as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:09 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Araraume, Sani, Makarfi call for unity, peace

Prominent Nigerian political leaders are urging unity and peace as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Fitr at the end of Ramadan.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:07 UTC
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Eid-al-Fitr: Kwara Muslims hold first prayer after late Chief Imam

Muslim faithful in Kwara State held a significant Eid-el-Fitr prayer marking the end of Ramadan, the first since the passing of the former Chief Imam.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:59 UTC
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Tight security as Muslims mark Eid-el-Fitr in Jos

Security was heightened in Jos, Plateau State, as Muslims celebrated Eid-el-Fitr amidst substantial police presence at mosques and prayer areas.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:54 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: LP, Natasha urges reflection, peace

The Labour Party and Kogi Central lawmaker Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have called on Nigerians to reflect on peace and unity during Eid-el-Fitr amid the country's challenges.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:38 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Uphold Ramadan values, support Tinubu, Fani-Kayode urges Nigerians

Femi Fani-Kayode, Nigeria's Ambassador-designate to Germany, calls on Muslims to embody Ramadan values and support President Tinubu's administration during Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:02 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Yilwatda, cleric call for unity, national prosperity

As Nigeria celebrates Eid-el-Fitr, leaders call for unity and national prosperity.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:00 UTC
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Eid al-Fitr: IG orders deployment of policemen to prayer grounds, recreation centres

The Inspector-General of Police in Nigeria has ordered a nationwide deployment of tactical police units to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 20 β€’ 10:20 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Akpabio, Oyebamiji, APC national secretary call for peace, generosity

Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other leaders have urged Nigerians, especially Muslims, to embrace peace and generosity during Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 20 β€’ 09:59 UTC
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YPP presidential aspirant, Ekiti monarch urge unity in Eid-el-Fitr message

Olajide Filani, a presidential aspirant for the Young Progressives Party, emphasizes the importance of unity and compassion among Nigerians in his Eid-el-Fitr message.

Mar 20 β€’ 09:32 UTC
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Nigeria: Eid-El-Fitr - Tinubu Congratulates Muslims, Urges Renewed Unity and Patriotism

President Bola Tinubu congratulated Muslims on Eid-el-Fitr and called for national unity and commitment to the lessons learned during Ramadan.

Mar 20 β€’ 07:01 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: NBA congratulates Muslims, urges peace, unity

The Nigerian Bar Association has extended Eid-el-Fitr greetings to Muslim members, urging peace, unity, and social responsibility during this festive season.

Mar 20 β€’ 06:40 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Zamfara, Plateau governors congratulate Muslims, urge prayers for peace

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal calls on Muslims to intensify prayers for peace during the celebrations of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.

Mar 20 β€’ 06:38 UTC
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Idris pledges security boost, projects as Eid gift

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has announced a commitment to enhance security and deliver key projects as part of his administration's Eid celebration for the Muslim community.

Mar 20 β€’ 02:25 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Ex-Senate president calls for discipline, unity

Former Nigerian Senate President Ahmad Lawan urges unity and support for the government during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, emphasizing the spiritual significance of Ramadan.

Mar 19 β€’ 23:03 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Tinubu urges Muslims to uphold unity, compassion

President Bola Tinubu encourages Muslims to maintain unity and compassion in their lives beyond Ramadan during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 19 β€’ 21:29 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Bauchi governor urges residents to embrace unity and compassion

During Eid-el-Fitr, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed emphasizes the importance of unity, compassion, and vigilance among residents.

Mar 19 β€’ 20:21 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Kano governor donates food items to 13 custodial centres

The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has provided food items to inmates in 13 custodial centres to help them celebrate Eid-el-Fitr.

Mar 19 β€’ 19:59 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Police deploy officers across 33 Oyo LGs

The Nigeria Police Force has stationed officers across all local government areas in Oyo State to ensure safety during Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 19 β€’ 19:43 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Makinde, Alaafin felicitate Muslims

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, extended their greetings to Muslims in Nigeria as they celebrated Eid-el-Fitr at the end of Ramadan.

Mar 19 β€’ 19:00 UTC
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Kwankwaso to observe Eid prayers in Kano amid political realignment

Former Governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, is set to participate in the Eid-el-Fitr prayers in Kano, amidst a backdrop of political realignment in the region.

Mar 19 β€’ 17:56 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Abbas greets Muslims, credits national unity to prayers

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, congratulates Nigerian Muslims on Eid-el-Fitr and emphasizes the role of prayer in promoting national unity.

Mar 19 β€’ 16:14 UTC
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Sallah: Police restrict tricycle movement in Borno, urge residents to pray near homes

The Borno State Police Command has restricted tricycle movement to ensure safety during the Sallah celebrations and encouraged residents to pray close to their homes.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:33 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Abiodun, Mutfwang, Fayemi congratulate Muslims, urge peace, unity

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun extends Eid greetings to Muslims, emphasizing peace and unity following Ramadan.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:18 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Federal Fire Service issues safety advisory in Gombe

The Federal Fire Service in Gombe State has issued a public safety advisory for residents to take precautions during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations to avoid fire incidents.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:47 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Anambra First Lady urges love, unity

Nonye Soludo, the First Lady of Anambra State, encourages love and unity among Nigerians in her message for Eid-el-Fitr, marking the holiday's importance in promoting harmony and generosity.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:17 UTC
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Eid El-Fitr: Delta CP issues stern warning to cultists

The Delta State Police Command has issued a warning to criminal groups, particularly cultists, to refrain from illegal activities during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations, pledging to ensure the safety and peace of the celebrations.

Mar 19 β€’ 10:50 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Yobe shuts recreational centres over security concerns

The Yobe State Government in Nigeria has ordered the temporary closure of recreational centres during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations due to security concerns.

Mar 19 β€’ 08:51 UTC
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Morning Recap: Nigeria, Britain set for fresh security alliances, Saudi Arabia declares Friday Eid-el-Fitr, other top stories

Nigeria and the UK are enhancing their security collaboration, while Saudi Arabia announces Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, among other key updates.

Mar 19 β€’ 07:44 UTC
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Sultan declares Friday Eid, police, NSCDC mobilise nationwide

The Sultanate Council in Nigeria has declared Friday as Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, following the non-sighting of the moon.

Mar 19 β€’ 00:14 UTC
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Kano confirms Sanusi to lead Eid durbar

The Kano State Government has appointed Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, to lead this year's Eid-el-Fitr prayers amid a focus on cultural heritage and public safety.

Mar 19 β€’ 00:10 UTC
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NRC adds extra Sallah train services on major routes

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced additional train services to accommodate increased passenger traffic during Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 18 β€’ 22:14 UTC
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Sultan declares Friday Eid-el-Fitr

The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has announced that Friday, March 20, 2026, will be the first day of Shawwal 1447AH, marking Eid-el-Fitr in Nigeria after no moon sighting was reported.

Mar 18 β€’ 21:54 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Police deploy 5000 personnel in Edo

The Edo State Police have deployed 5,000 personnel to ensure security during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations across the state.

Mar 18 β€’ 20:41 UTC
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Police deploy personnel for Eid-el-Fitr security in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police have ensured a secure environment for Eid-el-Fitr celebrations by deploying heavily armed personnel across the state.

Mar 18 β€’ 19:39 UTC
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Pakistan announces a ceasefire with Afghanistan during the Eid al-Fitr festival

Pakistan has declared a ceasefire with Afghanistan coinciding with Eid al-Fitr, amid mourning for victims of a recent Pakistani attack.

Mar 18 β€’ 16:08 UTC
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BREAKING: Saudi Arabia declares Friday Eid-el-Fitr as Nigerians await Sultan’s declaration

Saudi Arabia has announced that Eid-el-Fitr will be celebrated on Friday, March 20, 2026, pending confirmation from Nigeria's Sultan.

Mar 18 β€’ 15:46 UTC
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NSCDC deploys 53,500 personnel nationwide ahead of Eid-el-Fitr

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed over 53,500 personnel nationwide to ensure security during the Eid-el-Fitr festivities.

Mar 18 β€’ 13:46 UTC
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Eid-el-Fitr: Gombe NSCDC, police deploy personnel, issue advisory

Gombe State security agencies are mobilizing over 700 personnel to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations from March 19 to 21, 2026.

Mar 18 β€’ 13:40 UTC

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