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There's urgent need to rebrand Nigeria Immigration service for structural responsibilities- Sociologist

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   Prof. Adebusuyi Adeniran, a Professor of Migration and Development Sociology, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has called for urgent need to rebrand Nigeria immigration service (NIS)for true structure and responsibilities. Adeniran stated this during the 407th Inaugural Lecture of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, at Odududwa Hall, on Tuesday, in Ile-Ife. The theme was:"Migralusion: A Mix-Transnational Theory of 'Japa' Culture". Adeniran explained that among the urgent reforms needed is to enhance the functionality of the NIS as the flagship body for border security and migration management in the country.  According to him, immigration’ data management represents just an aspect of NIS and this department should take charge of border security, emigration, policy projection and implementation, advisory service among its others statutory responsibilities. He noted that Immigration should not responsible for issuance of passport but to controlling i...

My throne doesn't affected with Kingship case transfer to Osun - Salu of Edunabon

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  The Salu of Edunabon, His Royal Majesty Kehinde Oladepo Adesoji, Akinrinsa 11, has reaffirmed that his throne doesn't affected with Kingship case transfer from Court of Appeal, Akure, to Osun. HRH Adesoji stated this in a phone conversation with Pressmen on Thursday. He said that there were three Kingsmaker in Edunabon Olosi, Monigbere and Olukotun, adding that Olosi was appointed in Sept 30,2015, Monigbere died in 2006 and was not replaced before former Salu, Oba Elijah Omoboye joined his ancestors. According to him, HRM Omoloye passed away on Aug 4, 2017 and Emmanuel Olaniyan, Olukotun, also died on Nov 30,2017, three months after the demised of Late Salu,Oba Elijah Omoloye died. Present Salu explained that in the absence of the three kingmakers, the constitution stipulated the appointment of the Warrant Chiefs by the local government authority. HRM Adesoji expressed that as pronounced by the court of Appeal, Akure, the Stool of Salu of Edunabon is  recognised under the co...

Outcry As Federal Universities Reject NECO Results For Admission

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  A wave of outrage has greeted reports that some Federal Universities in Nigeria have allegedly refused to accept the recently released National Examinations Council (NECO) results from admission seekers, sparking condemnation from education advocates and concerned parents. The Centre for Indigent Children Education (CICE), a non-governmental organization, has strongly criticized the development, describing it as “a deliberate denial of the right to education and an open-day robbery against innocent students.” In a statement signed by its Director, Adebisi Ishola, CICE accused institutions such as the University of Ilorin (Unilorin) and the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) of rejecting candidates who applied for admission using “Awaiting Result” pending the release of their NECO results. According to the organization, the affected universities accepted applications from candidates with Awaiting Results, collected post-UTME screening fees, and even conducted entrance tests, on...

TMC Scores Nigeria High on Commitment to Human Rights

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  A faith-based organisation, The Muslim Congress, TMC has commended the government of Nigeria for its respect for the rights of citizens despite pressure from foreign interests. The commendation follows the release of the leader of the Palestinian community in Nigeria, Abu Ramzy Ibrahim from the Nigeria intelligence agency after a month in detention. Speaking on Sunday at TMC Annual Independence Lecture in commemoration of Nigeria's 65 Independence Anniversary in Osogbo, Osun State, the Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, Oyo, Dr. Taofeek Abdul-Hameed Adekunle commended the relevant security agencies for professionalism and courtesy extended to Abu Ibrahim during the cause of their investigation and his detention. Releasing him  Dr  Adekunle applauded them for not violating the rights of Abu Ramzy in anyway and for following the due process of law by releasing him at the appropriate time.  Abu Ramzy, a Palestinian by birth, is also Nigerian citizen and has liv...

Osun TMC Urges Tinubu Govt To Grant Full Recognition For Shari’ah

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  The Muslim Congress (TMC), Osun State, has urged the Nigerian government to grant full constitutional recognition to the Shari’ah legal system alongside the common law, allowing Muslims to be guided by their faith-based legal principles up to the Supreme Court level. The call was made by the Amir Li Awal of TMC, Sheikh Abdulrazaq Abdulsalam, during the organisation’s Annual State Lecture held in Osogbo to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. The event, themed “The Nigerian State and Lessons from Contemporary History,” brought together Islamic scholars, clerics, and members of the Muslim community to deliberate on national issues, justice, and moral governance. Sheikh Abdulsalam said Muslims in Nigeria should be allowed to freely choose Shari’ah law as a parallel legal option to the common law system. “We want the Shari’ah to stand with the common law. Let people be free to make their choices. Give the Shari’ah the full length of power so that Muslims who want to b...

Over 400 In Attendance As Kwara SB Holds 16th Annual Symposium, Tasks Youths On Rebuilding Trust

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  More than 400 participants gathered in Ilorin as the Kwara State Chapter of the Standard Bearers Islamic Organisation (SB) held its 16th Annual Symposium, with Islamic scholars, academics, and community leaders calling on youths to take the lead in rebuilding trust across all spheres of society. The event, themed “Brave the Tempest: Build the Trust,” took place at the FOMWAN Multi-Purpose Hall, Fate Road, Ilorin, and featured thought-provoking lectures that examined the growing trust deficit in governance and within the Muslim Ummah. Delivering the keynote lecture titled “Trust Deficit in Governance: A Clarion Call,” Dr. Haruna Sanusi Lafiagi of Al-Hikmah University said the erosion of trust in Nigeria reflects a societal decay rather than mere failure of leadership. According to him, “Nigeria’s problem is not mostly leadership; the followers are the main problem. The followers lack trust, and that is the promise of God, you will be given leaders that reflect your society.” He em...

Joy As Rowdotu-T-Tanzeel Graduates 22 Young New Qur’an Memorisers In Ile-Ife

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  The ancient city of Ile-Ife, Osun State, came alive on Sunday as twenty-two teenagers graduated from Rowdotu-t-Tanzeel Tahfeez Arabic School, having successfully memorised the entire Glorious Qur’an. The colourful ceremony, which marked the fourth edition of the school’s annual Qur’an memorisation and basic Islamic education graduation, was attended by Islamic scholars, academics, parents, and dignitaries from within and outside Nigeria. Some participants also joined virtually, further underscoring the event’s significance. All 22 graduands, aged below 18, were awarded certificates of completion for mastering the recitation, tajweed (rules of Qur’anic pronunciation), Arabic grammar, and Islamic ethics.  Their melodious renditions of the Qur’an verses gripped the audience emotionally, as many in attendance were moved to tears by the soul-lifting recitations that illuminated the entire atmosphere. Ustadh Mutiu Uthman  In his address, the Director of the institution, Malla...