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Tragedy in Oyo as Two Die in River Plunge

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  The Oyo State Fire Service has recovered the bodies of two passengers following an accident in which a vehicle plunged into the Ariyo River at Amuloko in Ona Ara Local Government Area on Friday night. The incident involved a Toyota Avensis with an unknown registration number, which reportedly lost control and veered off the road into the river. In a statement on Saturday, the Chairman of the Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande, confirmed that the victims had been recovered and handed over to the Nigeria Police Force. “A distress call was received at exactly 21:40hrs on Friday, May 29, 2026,regarding a road traffic accident involving a Toyota Avensis with an unknown registration number that lost control while in motion and plunged into a nearby river,” the statement said. He added that fire officers were immediately deployed to the scene after receiving the alert through a phone call. “Immediately the information was received, fire officers led by ACFS Amoo promptly mobilized to the scene. On arrival, it was confirmed that the vehicle had swerved off the road and submerged in the river,” Akinwande said. He said the rescue team carried out recovery operations and successfully retrieved two casualties from the submerged vehicle. “The rescue team immediately commenced the operations by applying all necessary rescue operational procedures and successfully recovered two casualties from the vehicle,” he said. The victims were later handed over to police officers led by ASP Adesuwa Sesan of the Ogbere Target Police Station in Ibadan for further investigation. Akinwande said the fire service had responded promptly to the emergency and completed the recovery operation in line with standard procedures.

JUST IN: PDP Faction Declares Jonathan Presidential Candidate in Absentia

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  The decision was taken at a special national convention held at the faction’s national secretariat in Area 10, Garki, Abuja. Jonathan was not present at the event where his nomination was formally ratified, but his Certificate of Return was received on his behalf by Bayelsa lawmaker, Fred Agbedi. The development was announced during the gathering attended by delegates and party stakeholders aligned with the Turaki-led group.   More details later…

Subsidy Removal Saved Nigeria from Bankruptcy, Tinubu Insists

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President Bola Tinubu on Friday stated that his administration’s decision to remove fuel subsidy at the outset of his tenure rescued Nigeria from the brink of bankruptcy, adding that the challenging reform measures are beginning to produce tangible benefits for both state governments and citizens. “It was challenging at the time, but we survived. We faced litigation and accusations. We survived them. Instead of bankruptcy, Nigeria has survived. The economy has recovered. It is growing. Agriculture is booming,” the President said when he received state governors who gathered at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos to celebrate both the Sallah festival and the third anniversary of his administration. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed details of the meeting in a statement he signed on Friday titled, ‘Fuel Subsidy Removal Saved Nigeria From Bankruptcy, Says President Tinubu.’ In attendance were the governors of Lagos, Nasarawa, Jigawa, Sokoto, Kebbi, Taraba, Niger, Ekiti, Delta, Ondo, Edo, Adamawa, Benue, Enugu, Ogun and Kogi states, as well as the deputy governors of Borno and Kano states. Tinubu argued that the subsidy regime had for years consumed enormous resources that benefited only a small fraction of Nigerians while depriving critical sectors of needed investments. He said ongoing reforms in infrastructure, agriculture, social investment, foreign exchange management and fiscal discipline were beginning to restore investor confidence and improve economic prospects. The President acknowledged the role state governors played in managing public expectations through the most turbulent phase of the reforms, saying, “I’m glad governors are no longer borrowing from the federal government and asking for interventions and not knowing how to survive, how to pay salaries, no more. You kept the spirit, you kept the hope. You persuaded our people to be patient and endure these three years of painful reform, during which we put the economy on a reset. Today, the benefits are showing.” He added, “The economy has recovered. Macroeconomic indices are doing very well. Construction is ongoing on roads and infrastructure; the ones abandoned have been rehabilitated. “The housing industry is coming on very well. Agriculture will prosper again. We will achieve food sovereignty if we utilise the land that is in your possession and in your various states effectively,” he said. The Nigerian leader also referenced the Sokoto-Badagry highway corridor, describing its potential for irrigation infrastructure. According to him, “Today, I was watching some clips of the Sokoto-Badagry axis. Imagine how many dams on that corridor for irrigation, for farmland, for electricity. Many of you have survived and promoted the perseverance of many of our people, asking them to trust this government, and you have built that trust around one person: my leadership. I thank you very much.” In his address, Vice President Kashim Shettima described Tinubu’s economic decisions as acts of historic courage that ended five decades of policy evasion. The Vice President said, “Your Excellency, Mr President, this is the essence of your leadership. You did not come to power in the season of ease. You came at a time when the house required more than a painter. “It required a builder with the courage to examine the foundation you inherited. In that defining hour, you chose not to postpone the surgery. You chose not to massage the wound. You chose to confront the contradictions that have held this country hostage for 50 years. That is the miracle of your courage.” “What you have done is not simply to administer a government. You have begun the difficult work of re-engineering a nation. You have reminded us that reform is not a banquet; it is a battlefield. It is not a picnic for the chicken-hearted. It is a covenant with the future,” Shettima added. Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who spoke on behalf of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, said the subsidy removal and fiscal reforms had delivered a tangible transformation in states’ capacity to meet their obligations. He said states that had previously been forced to issue bonds and borrow money to pay salaries were now reducing their debt profiles. “I think the nation was shocked by the audacity of Mr President to implement that serious policy, but today, it has benefited immensely from that policy. “Many states were subject to issuing bonds and borrowing money. Today, states are not going to borrow money; they’re not going to issue bonds. In fact, we’re reducing our debt,” he said. AbdulRazaq also used the occasion to advocate an upward review of the national minimum wage, urging the President to consider raising it to at least N100,000. Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum, said the governors had conducted their own assessment of the President’s performance and arrived at a unanimous verdict. “We are the frontline beneficiaries of the innovative approach you brought to bear in governance. “We came to join you in thanking Almighty God who made this thing possible. You have virtually recovered Nigeria from the brink of collapse to a state of stability and survival. “We have assessed your performance, Mr President, and I’m happy to announce that we have scored it 100 per cent,” Uzodinma said. For his part, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, welcomed his colleagues and thanked them for their continued support for the President, urging them to sustain the political and governance momentum into the 2027 election season.

Russia Preparing ‘New Massive Strike’ against Ukraine — Zelensky

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  Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that Russia was preparing a “massive new strike” on the country and called on the population to take action to “protect your lives”. Kyiv was hit particularly hard last weekend by a huge Russian bombardment attack — one of the largest since the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion in 2022. Moscow has warned foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv, threatening to escalate attacks as it seeks revenge for a Ukrainian strike on a dormitory and a vocational high school in the Russian-occupied Luhansk region, which Moscow says left 21 people dead. “We have intelligence information about Russia preparing a new massive strike,” Zelensky said in a social media message. “Please pay attention to air alerts, protect your lives. Our services are working efficiently and are prepared; the Air Force and other defenders of our skies will be on duty 24/7, as always.” The Ukrainian president has reiterated his call to allies to allow and finance the supply of Patriot missiles, which can intercept Russian ballistic missiles. He wrote to US President Donald Trump and the US Congress earlier this week asking for Patriot systems to respond to the intensifying Russian air attacks. Ukraine has also stepped up its strikes on occupied territories and on Russia in retaliation for the daily Russian bombardments. US-mediated efforts to negotiate an end to the conflict have stalled since the outbreak of war in the Middle East, which is absorbing Washington’s attention and resources. AFP

Atiku Slams Tinubu over Poverty, Insecurity

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  The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the worsening challenges of hunger, poverty, and insecurity across the country. Atiku slams Tinubu over poverty, insecurity The former Vice President stated that Nigerians are facing worsening economic hardship as the Tinubu administration celebrates its third year in office. In a statement issued on Friday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the country is grappling with soaring food prices, unemployment and declining purchasing power. The statement read, “Three years ago, President Tinubu promised renewed hope. What Nigerians have received instead is renewed hardship, renewed insecurity, renewed poverty, and renewed hopelessness.” He said millions of Nigerians could no longer afford basic necessities, noting that inflation had continued to put pressure on ordinary citizens and businesses. “Today, millions of Nigerians can no longer afford the basic necessities of life. Food prices have skyrocketed beyond the reach of ordinary families. Inflation has become a cruel tax on the poor. Small and medium-scale businesses are shutting their doors. “Never in recent history have so many Nigerians worked so hard only to become poorer,” the statement read. The former Vice President also expressed concern over the country’s economic situation, saying many Nigerians were working harder but becoming poorer. On insecurity, Atiku said recent incidents of kidnappings and attacks in parts of the country had heightened fears among citizens. “The recent abduction of schoolchildren in Borno State and the mass kidnapping of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State are not isolated incidents,” the statement read. He added that Nigerians were increasingly demanding accountability from leaders and urged citizens to use democratic processes to shape the country’s future. “The ballot box remains the most powerful weapon in the hands of the people. It is stronger than propaganda. It is stronger than intimidation. It is stronger than incumbency,” it added. He also said that the ADC would soon unveil a policy blueprint aimed at addressing economic, security and governance challenges facing the country. According to him, the proposed plan would focus on economic recovery, job creation, education, healthcare and reforms in public institutions. “At the end of the day, Nigerians seek leadership that is competent, compassionate, accountable, and genuinely committed to the public good,” the statement added. Recall that the President assured Nigerians that his administration remains committed to improving security across the country, saying efforts by the Armed Forces and security agencies are yielding positive results in many communities. In a Friday statement to mark the end of his third year as president, Tinubu said that security remains central to the nation’s development and prosperity. “Security remains central to our national mission and to the creation of a virile and prosperous society. Our Armed Forces and security agencies have intensified operations against terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, oil thieves, and criminal networks,” he said. The President acknowledged that security challenges still persist in parts of the country but noted that several communities and highways were becoming safer and more economically active due to sustained operations by security agencies. According to him, the Federal Government is investing heavily in intelligence gathering, surveillance, logistics, technology, and inter-agency coordination to strengthen the country’s security architecture. “We are improving the capabilities of our armed forces and security agencies, and reclaiming the authority of the Nigerian state wherever criminality threatens peace and order,” Tinubu stated. He assured Nigerians that the government would continue confronting insecurity until citizens can live and work without fear. “While we continue to confront the challenges head-on, progress is being made. I want to assure you that this government will not relent until every Nigerian can live, work, travel, and dream in safety,” the President added.

Karim Adeyemi Foundation Supports Adeoyo Hospital with Emergency Children’s Ward

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  The Karim Adeyemi Foundation has inaugurated a newly constructed Emergency Children’s Ward at Adeoyo Maternity Teaching Hospital, as stakeholders called for stronger collaboration between government and private organisations in improving healthcare delivery. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held at Yemetu, Ibadan, on Tuesday, President of the foundation, Mogaji Abiodun Adeyemi, described the project as a major milestone in the foundation’s humanitarian interventions in Oyo State. He said the ward project was inspired by the need to provide life-saving healthcare support for children and vulnerable families. According to him, the initiative was first proposed by Ibrahim Lawal, who drew the attention of the foundation to the urgent need for an emergency children’s ward at the hospital. “Once the idea was conceived, we engaged in months of consultations with the hospital management to ensure we were building exactly what the doctors and nurses needed and not just another structure,” he said. He added that the project remained personal to him because “charity must always begin at home,” noting that although the foundation had carried out several interventions in Ibadan since 2023, the emergency ward represented its first major investment in healthcare infrastructure. Adeyemi also appreciated his son, Karim Adeyemi, for supporting the vision of the foundation, while commending his wife, Alexandra Adunni Adeyemi, for her unwavering support towards the organisation’s interventions in Ibadan. He equally praised the project manager, Bunmi Lawal, alongside builders and members of the foundation for ensuring the successful completion of the facility. In his remarks, the Chief Medical Director of Adeoyo Maternity Teaching Hospital, Dr. Olanrewaju Adeniji, described the building as “a game changer” capable of saving the lives of many children. “This is an investment in humanity. There are children whose lives will be saved because of this structure. We will ensure proper maintenance so that the facility continues to serve as a centre of clinical excellence,” Adeniji stated. He also appealed to other non-governmental organisations, philanthropists and corporate bodies to support public health institutions across the state. Also speaking, Chairman of the Oyo State Hospitals Management Board, Dr. Akin Fagbemi, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Mrs. Anifat Ibrahim, said the intervention would significantly improve child healthcare services at the hospital. She noted that hundreds of children are admitted monthly at Adeoyo Hospital for illnesses such as malaria, pneumonia and severe malnutrition, stressing that a clean and child-friendly environment would help reduce infections and speed up recovery. “This ward is more than just beds and equipment. It is a bold statement that our children deserve quality healthcare and hope,” she said. She further stated that government alone could not address all healthcare challenges, calling on well-meaning Nigerians and private organisations to partner with the state government in transforming the health sector. “The Karim Adeyemi Foundation has demonstrated purposeful giving. This collaboration shows that when government and private individuals work together, we can achieve more for our people,” she added. Ibrahim assured that the Hospital Management Board would ensure adequate staffing, supervision and maintenance of the facility to sustain its impact. Representing the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, at the event, Chief Dr. Obitade Obimakinde commended the foundation for investing in the health and future of children in Ibadanland. He described the intervention as a noble contribution to humanity and urged other wealthy individuals and organisations to emulate the gesture by supporting projects that positively impact society.

Oyo School Abduction: Suspected Gunmen Open Talks With Govt, Demand Ransom

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  Suspected gunmen behind the abduction of 39 students and seven teachers in Ahoro Esinele community, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, have reportedly opened communication with the state government and are demanding an undisclosed ransom. The incident has left teacher Michael Oyedokun reportedly beheaded. The continued delay in the release of the victims, has led their families to mount pressure on the federal and state governments, just as the Seyi Makinde administration has vowed to deploy resources to get the victims returned alive. This came as the Board of Trustees, BoT, of the factional Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, led by Senator Adolphus Wabara and members of the party’s interim National Working Committee, NWC, led by Kabiru Turaki, yesterday, called for a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s security architecture following recent bandit attacks in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. Similarly, Yoruba Nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, yesterday disclosed that he is still awaiting approval from the Federal Government to formally commence operations of his security outfit, Iru Ekun Security Network, as part of efforts to flush out criminal elements from forests across the South-West. Kidnappers demand ransom Multiple sources told Vanguard that the kidnappers have demanded ransom for the release of their victims. The sources disclosed that indirect negotiations are ongoing, adding that the amount demanded by the abductors was being kept as a top secret. It was further gathered that security agencies have deployed a police helicopter to be on standby in what a source described as “an area of interest”, just as Military jets are said to be making daily sorties over the forests. Efforts to secure the release of kidnap victims are being coordinated by the Oyo State Government, Police, Military and Department of State Service, DSS. Asked whether the kidnappers have mentioned a specific figure, the source said: “The latest on kidnappers is that they have made a demand, but the amount is still being kept under wraps. Indirect negotiations are ongoing.” Another source disclosed that “families of victims are continuing to mount pressure on the Oyo State Government to meet the kidnappers’ demand.” Giving details on efforts by the state government and security agencies, the source said: “Police helicopter is on standby; military jets fly sorties over the forests daily. “Oyo State government, Police, Military, DSS are coordinating efforts to secure the release of the kidnap victims.” Another source, however, assured that the “state government will not spare resources just to get the victims back. “Human lives are more important than money and ego.” Family of beheaded teacher demands body for burial Also, the family of the beheaded school teacher, late Mr Oyedokun Olugbade, yesterday, demanded the recovery of their son’s remains for proper burial. The family, in a letter to President Bola Tinubu through their lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, said: “We write to formally bring to the attention of President Bola Tinubu the tragic kidnapping, brutal murder and beheading of the late Mr Oyedokun Olugbade, one of the abducted teachers of Community High School, Ohoro-Esinle in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State by suspected terrorists on May 15, 2026. “Despite widespread national outrage regarding the death of the late Mr Olugbade, his remains are yet to be seen or recovered. In this circumstance, we respectfully appeal for your urgent intervention to direct the relevant security and intelligence agencies towards locating and recovering his body, so that his family may be afforded the solemn opportunity to conduct a dignified burial and rescue other victims still in captivity.” PDP BoT, interim NWC call for security overhaul Following recent bandit attacks in the Oriire council area, Senator Wabara and members of the PDP interim NWC, led by Mr Turaki, yesterday, called for a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s security architecture. The delegation met behind-closed doors with Governor Makinde at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, where they discussed the security situation in the state and expressed concern over the incidents. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Turaki said the visit was to commiserate with the state government and people of Oyo State over the recent attacks. He said: “The leadership of the PDP, including members of the NWC, the Interim National Working Committee, and the Board of Trustees (BoT), came to commiserate with the government and people of Oyo State over the unfortunate incidents that recently occurred in Oriire Local Government and some parts of Ibadan. “We believe the issue of security is fundamental and must be taken very seriously. We are aware of the efforts the governor has consistently made to ensure the safety of the people of Oyo State and to protect lives and property across the state. “Seeing incidents like these happen despite the enormous resources the governor has committed to security is deeply concerning, especially as the election period approaches.” He also urged the Federal Government to urgently reform the country’s security structure, describing the current arrangement as ineffective. “Our message to the Federal Government is that Nigeria’s security architecture urgently needs to be overhauled. This has become long overdue. “It is contradictory for a governor to be referred to as the Chief Security Officer of a state while having no direct control over the security agencies operating within that state. “You cannot imagine a situation where a governor convenes a Security Council meeting, decisions are taken, and yet the Commissioner of Police or military commanders must still seek clearance from Abuja before acting. By the time approvals are obtained, significant damage may already have been done.” We’re ready to dislodge criminals from S-West forests— Igboho On his part, Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Igboho, promised to comply with the Executive Order recently issued by Governor Makinde, which regulates the activities of private security organisations operating within the state. Igboho, in a statement, said: “We have submitted all the required documents for our registered security firm, Iru Ekun Security Network and are only waiting for the Federal Government approval, which will be granted soon. “We are absolutely ready … Read more

Oyo Abduction: NBA Demands Swift Government Action, Safe Return Of Victims

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  The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ibadan Branch, has called on governments at all levels to rise to their constitutional responsibility of protecting the lives and property of citizens following the recent abduction incident in Oriire area of Ogbomoso, Oyo State. The association made the call in a statement issued on Monday and signed by the Chairman of the NBA Ibadan Branch, Barrister Ibrahim Lawal. According to the statement, members of the association joined other Nigerians in condemning “unequivocally, the savagery visited by some criminals on the quiet community of Orire in Ogbomoso.” The NBA described the incident involving teachers and pupils as heartbreaking, praying for the repose of the souls of those who reportedly lost their lives in the attack. The association, however, expressed dissatisfaction over what it described as the slow pace of the rescue mission, noting that more than ten days after the incident, there had been no significant breakthrough publicly communicated by the authorities. “The NBA would like to register deep displeasure at the seeming tardiness associated with the government rescue mission since this unfortunate incident occurred over ten days ago,” the statement read. “It is reasonable to expect that this latest assault on civility will be confronted headlong. The deafening silence attending the activities aimed at liberating the captives does not inspire hope.” The legal body further stated that although security agencies may be strategically withholding operational details from the public, the prolonged silence from government officials had become disturbing. “We shudder to imagine the horrible experiences to which the victims are being subjected at the moment,” the association added. The NBA warned that such acts of criminality must not be allowed to thrive in what was once considered a peaceful environment, stressing that perpetrators and their sponsors must be identified and brought to justice. It urged both the Federal Government and the Oyo State Government to move beyond what it termed “ineffectual reactions” to worsening insecurity across the country. “This is not the time when functionaries of government present bland platitudes as reassurance,” the statement said. “The good people of Oyo State anticipate an acceptable resolution to the current disruption of peace. They expect the return of the victims soon.” The association also advised the Oyo State Government to adopt proactive security measures to curb rising criminal activities in the state. Among its recommendations were stricter regulation of commercial motorcycle operators, popularly known as Okada riders, and closer monitoring of the influx of unidentified individuals into the state. “The operations of commercial motorcyclists must be regulated vigorously. A suspension of their operations for a stipulated period to ascertain the identity of operators should be considered,” the statement noted. It further called for thorough combing of forest reserves across the state to flush out criminal elements allegedly using such areas as hideouts. The NBA warned that citizens might resort to self-help if criminals continued to operate freely without consequences. “The ease with which criminals attack communities and escape justice should be a source of great concern to us all,” the statement added. The association concluded by urging both federal and state authorities to expedite efforts toward the safe rescue and return of all victims, stressing that the welfare and security of citizens remain the primary responsibility of government.

Itansan ArtFest 2026 Opens Bigger Career Doors For Young Models

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  Young models and emerging fashion creatives have been encouraged to embrace cultural fashion and artistic expression as pathways to broader career opportunities in the creative industry. The charge was given during the maiden edition of Itansan ArtFest 2026 held on Saturday at the Adeline Hall of Lead City University, Ibadan, where organisers highlighted the role of fashion, performance, and cultural storytelling in empowering youths and creating sustainable careers. The festival, themed “Beacon of the Ancestors,” featured colourful fashion parades, cultural displays, theatre performances, exhibitions, workshops, and stage presentations that showcased African heritage and creativity. Speaking at the event, the convener, Adekunle Elizabeth Adewunmi, popularly known as Adewunmi Itansan, said the initiative was designed not only to preserve cultural identity but also to create platforms where young talents could thrive professionally. According to her, many young creatives, especially models and performers, often struggle to access opportunities capable of projecting them beyond local spaces despite their talents and creativity. She explained that Itansan ArtFest was created to bridge that gap by exposing participants to industry stakeholders, cultural entrepreneurs, curators, and audiences who appreciate African-inspired creativity. “We wanted to create a platform where young people can showcase their creativity confidently while remaining connected to their roots. Fashion, modelling, theatre, and art are not just forms of entertainment; they are career opportunities and tools for cultural preservation,” she said. Adewunmi noted that the festival provided young models with the opportunity to participate in professionally coordinated fashion showcases inspired by African traditions, fabrics, and storytelling. She added that beyond the runway, participants were exposed to networking opportunities, mentorship, and creative collaborations capable of opening doors within the fashion and entertainment industries. According to her, many youths have talent but lack platforms that can give them visibility and professional direction. “We are building a generation of creatives who understand that culture can also create jobs, build brands, and open international opportunities,” she added. The convener further stressed the need for young people to see cultural fashion and artistic expression as viable economic ventures capable of contributing to personal growth and national development. Some of the participants who spoke during the event described the festival as an eye-opening experience that allowed them to gain confidence, showcase their skills, and connect with professionals within the creative space. The event also featured the launch of the cultural book Emissaries of the Gods (Iko Orisa), cultural workshops, trade exhibitions, and theatrical performances aimed at promoting indigenous heritage among younger generations. Among dignitaries present at the festival were the Osun State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Ojo Abiodun; the Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatunbosun; Rashidat Olayinka Ladoja; renowned artist and curator, Tunde Odunlade; and Adekunle Alonge. The names of the young models that made their debut at the fashion parade show at the event are as follows, Olaleye Adeola, Wusu Mccarthy and Mckenzie, Oguntola Diamond, Adekunle Adewale.

BREAKING Eid-el-Kabir: FG Declares Wednesday, Thursday Public Holiday

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  The Federal Government has announced Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays in observance of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced this in a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani. According to the statement, the declaration reflects the Federal Government’s respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims observing the festival alongside the global Islamic community. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslim faithful in Nigeria and the diaspora on the occasion, describing Eid-ul-Adha as a festival of deep spiritual significance rooted in sacrifice, obedience to God and compassion for humanity. The minister urged Nigerians to use the holiday period for prayers and reflection for the peace, security and prosperity of the country. “The Federal Government urges all Nigerians to use this period for prayer and sober reflection, asking for divine guidance upon the country as it continues its pursuit of peace, security, and prosperity for every citizen,” the statement read. He also called on citizens to embrace the spirit of brotherhood, unity and peaceful coexistence during the celebration. The Federal Government wished Muslims across the country a peaceful, blessed and joyous Eid-ul-Adha celebration.

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