Tag: Lent

Ramalan calls for National Renewal as Ramadan, Lent begin

Aminu Imam
Ramalan on Ramadan, Lent

…Urges EFCC to grant el-Rufa’i bail Aminu Imam Executive Chairman of Liberty TVR Media Group and former APC Caucus Chairman in Kaduna State, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, has called for national renewal and interfaith harmony, as Muslims and Christians across the country commence the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent simultaneously. In a goodwill message issued yesterday, Ramalan described the rare overlap of the two sacred observances on February 18 as a profound spiritual moment for Nigeria, symbolising sacrifice, unity and an opportunity for collective rebirth. He noted that…

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Ramadan, Lent: Be vigilant against explosives in public gatherings, potential threats DSS tells Nigerians

Aminu Imam

The Department of State Services, (DSS), has urged Nigerians to be vigilant against public dangers like Improvised Explosive Devices, IEDs, during the Lent and Ramadan seasons. DSS urged Nigerians to stay informed about potential threats; avoid crowded or suspicious areas during the Lenten and Ramadan seasons. A statement signed by the spokesman of DSS, Peter Afunanya, said the general public should report to relevant security agencies any strange objects, activities and movements of hostile elements during this season. According to Afunanya: The Department of State Services (DSS) wishes to identify…

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