Religion

Eid-ul-Fitr: FG declares Thursday and Friday public holiday

The President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has declared Thursday, 19th March and Friday, 20th March 2026 as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, which signifies the end...

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...

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...
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Why FG extends public holiday to Thursday

The Federal Government has extended the public holiday for the Eid-El-Fitr celebration to Thursday.  On Sunday, it declared a two-day holiday – Tuesday and Wednesday –...

CEPACS releases final document on Lagos General Assembly

By Peter Dada Lagos, May 15, 2024 - The Pan African Episcopal Committee for Social Communications (CEPACS) has published and released the final document of...
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