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Nasarawa Speaker to religious leaders: Preach against inciting statements
The Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Mr Danladi Jatau, has urged religious leaders to preach unity, love, togetherness and peaceful co-existence to their followers and other citizens for the progress of the state.
The speaker also advised them to sustain prayers for leaders at all levels, the state and the country at large.
Jatau made the call while playing host to Forum of Imams from Nassarawa Eggon Local Government Area on Wednesday in Lafia.
He harped on harmonious living for peace and development of the state and the country at large.
“I want to appreciate you for this visit and for identifying with me on my emergence as Speaker of the State House of Assembly.
“We must live together irrespective of our religious and other affiliations for Nasarawa state to develop.
“As God did not made a mistake to create us together irrespective of our backgrounds,” Jatau said.
The head of the state legislature said those fueling tribal and religious politics are not just self centred but are bent in undermining the progress of the state.
“Such sentiments must be discontinued,” he said.
Jatau called on the Imams to preach peace and unity, and pray for leaders for God’s direction in piloting the affairs of governance.
The speaker assured of his commitment to operate an open door policy and rule with the fear of God.
Earlier, the Leader of the Forum of Imams, Nassarawa Eggon Local Government Area, Sheikh Jibrin Yusuf, congratulated the speaker on his emergence as leader of the 7th Assembly.
He also congratulated APC for its victory at the Supreme Court.
Yusuf urged the speaker to operate an open door policy.
The sheikh also offered special prayers for Gov. Abdullahi Sule, the speaker and his members as well as other leaders to succeed. (NAN)
The Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, Abdulganiyu Jaji, has placed fire service personnel on red alert to ensure swift response to emergencies during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
Jaji also urged Nigerians to adopt fire safety measures, particularly while cooking, to prevent avoidable incidents during the festive period.
In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja, the fire service boss advised against leaving cooking unattended and emphasized the need to store gas cylinders outside kitchens and keep matches away from children.
“These safety measures are crucial in preventing fire outbreaks, especially during a period when many people travel, increasing the risks of fuel tanker accidents,” he said.
He added that all fire service commands and zones across the country have been placed on high alert to respond promptly to emergencies.
“I urge citizens to familiarize themselves with the contact details of their local fire service units for quick intervention in case of any fire incident,” Jaji stated.
The fire chief also stressed the need for fuel tankers and other articulated vehicles transporting flammable materials to be fitted with onboard cameras to enhance safety.
“Many tankers on Nigerian roads still fail to meet modern safety standards. These substandard vehicles contribute to rising accident figures, leading to loss of lives and property and leaving many families in distress,” he said.
Jaji noted that modern tankers come with features such as anti-rollover systems, anti-spill devices, and onboard cameras to monitor drivers’ behavior, which help in preventing road crashes.
“The continued use of substandard tankers without these safety features remains a major risk,” he warned.
While acknowledging the financial burden of replacing old fleets, Jaji suggested an alternative approach—installing onboard computers to monitor driving patterns, speed, and nighttime movements.
“Although the complete replacement or retrofitting of tankers with modern safety devices like anti-skid systems, speed limiters, and automatic emergency braking remains a priority, government agencies responsible for enforcing these measures are working to address the issue. Over time, we are confident that these improvements will be implemented,” he assured.
MultiChoice Nigeria has announced that the tenth edition of the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show will begin soon.
In an Instagram post on Saturday, the organisers revealed that the audition process for this edition will differ from previous ones.
Unlike past seasons, where aspiring contestants auditioned virtually, those vying for a spot in the 10th edition will have to audition in person.
However, the premiere date for the new season and the audition locations has not been disclosed.
“This time, it’s all about showing up and being you. Ready to shine? Get ready your moment is closer than you think! Season 10 is coming,” the post reads.
The reality TV show first introduced online auditions in its fourth season in 2019.
At the time, the option was created for those who couldn’t attend the physical auditions held earlier.
Since then, the organisers have maintained virtual auditions, adding different twists with each edition.
In the last season, contestants were required to audition in pairs.
At the last edition, Kellyrae defeated other housemates to win the grand prize of N100 million.
The feat also sees him become the first married person to win the show.
As the winner, he went home with a cash prize of N60 million, a new car among others.
The First Lady, Remi Tinubu, has described her husband, President Bola Tinubu, as a man of courage in a terse message to celebrate his birthday.
President Tinubu clocked 73rd on Saturday.
“I rejoice and thank God Almighty for His faithfulness in your life over the years.
I celebrate your courage, strength, and resilience that have all contributed to who we both are today,” the First Lady wrote.
“May you live long, in divine health, joy, peace and prosperity. Happy Birthday, Mr. President…My Knight in Shining Armor”.