Religion

Fasting begins as Ramadan, Lenten seasons coincide

By Dianabasi Effiong Fasting begins on Wednesday for Christians and Muslims alike as faithful of the two major religions observe Ash Wednesday and Ramadan. For Christians, this years Ash Wednesday falls...

Ramadan 2026: Ramadan Begins Wednesday, Sultan Urges Prayers For Peace

Nigeria’s Muslim community will begin the 2026 Ramadan fast on Wednesday, February 18. This follows the official announcement...

Sultan declares Wednesday first day of Ramadan in Nigeria

The Palace of the Sultanate Council of Sokoto has announced that Muslims in Nigeria will begin the Ramadan...

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of 2026 lent

Millions of Christians worldwide observe Lent, a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, reflection and sacrifice leading up to...

Dismay as prominent pastor allegedly hires assassins to kill prophet

The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested a Delta State–born pastor, Elijah Oro, over an alleged plan to...
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Council Boss appoints Ebonyi half marathon winner supervisory councillor

Abakaliki, Nigeria - The winner of the Ebonyi National Half Marathon (Indigene Female Category), Modesta Anyigor, has been appointed as the Supervisory Councillor for...

NUJ felicitates Muslims worldwide on Eid-el-Maulud

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Lagos State Council felicitates Muslim faithful on the birthday of Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) NUJ described the day as...
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