There are ZERO sanctions, embargo, or trade restrictions set by the UN against Israel.
They compete in FIFA, The Olympics, and even EUROvision.
This world is not fair, don’t let them lie to you.
Hijab-wearing doesn't make one a criminal, and unless I am mistaken JAMB hasn't mandated a no hijab policy for anyone who wants to take JAMB, so denying someone entry into a JAMB CBT centre because they are wearing a hijab reeks of discrimination.
With or without the hijab, malpractices will still happen if the centre isn't well supervised, so that is no justifiable excuse.
And if for any reason candidates aren't allowed to wear hijab or any headcovering, it should be stated before registration to avoid putting them in an uncomfortable situation.
Search all candidates and accord everyone the same respect.
If I am martyred, do not forget me. I am not just a number
I bear witness that there is no God but Allah and that Jesus was, is and will be His Messenger not God or son of God.
I grew up as a Palestinian Christian in Palestine. I was beaten dozens of times by the Israeli military simply for being Palestinian, and on one occasion I was arrested for attempting to go to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Israel prevented me from seeing my family except twice over the last 15 years because I lived in Ramallah while they were in Gaza. Moreover, Israel killed my father and my sister in Gaza.
So when I see Netanyahu using “Christian rights” to whitewash Israel’s crimes, it is insulting and deeply offensive.
Sending my heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Anthony Joshua in this heartbreaking moment. Get well soon, Champ – stay strong. May the souls of the departed find peace. – RMK
@parrticulars@AdesolaTweet@DrJoeAbah Strange how? So you expect a person who is privy to state security and military secrets to be left on the streets without adequate protection after his retirement? What if Boko Haram, IPOB, ISWAP, EGBESU Boys or any of the bevy of Nigeria's enemies decide to abduct him
Just over 4 years ago, @ZohranKMamdani and I were arrested for civil disobedience— fighting for debt relief for taxi workers. Zohran has always been a fighter. Tomorrow, we will elect him to be our next Mayor. Proud to do this work with you brother.
Though I never met him in person and despite his preference to engage me through his aides, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, during his tenure as Chief of Defence Staff at @DHQNigeria, stood out as a leader with rare clarity. He infused military leadership with a refreshing sense of purpose grounded in discipline, accountability, and effective communication.
While the nation continues to grapple with daily losses, it is undeniable that General Musa took bold, structural steps toward lasting peace. He was also that rare voice within the establishment who dared to challenge Nigeria’s chaotic and transactional approach to counterinsurgency. His insistence that the country could not simply “pay its way out of insecurity” reflected his profound grasp of the nation’s security realities.
As he steps into retirement, I wish him strength and the quiet satisfaction of knowing he left the stage with a legacy of respect that extends far beyond the walls of the military.
THE PASSING OF A MIGHTY WARRIOR
"How are the mighty fallen in the midst of battle....how are the mighty fallen and the weapons of war perished!"- 2 Samuel 1: 25 -27.
With yesterdays tragic passing it is clear that the last of the three great Mahdis and most formidable warriors and messianic leaders of Northern Nigeria has finally fallen.
The first was Sheik Usman Dan Fodio, who founded and established the Sokoto Caliphate, the second was Sir Ahmadu Bello, who was the erstwhile Premier of the old Northern Region and the Sardauna of Sokoto and the third was General Muhammadu Buhari, who was the immediate past President of Nigeria and the man that was commonly referred to by the Northern masses as 'Mai Gaskiya'.
All three were reverred by their people and were regarded as not just pious and righteous men but also deeply courageous souls who would do anything in defence of their faith and who risked all in their fight against injustice and evil.
Yet Buhari managed to achieve what the others could not: he became the indisputable leader of not just the North but also of the whole of Nigeria and he did it THREE times!
His role in the affairs of our nation transcended politics and veered into the spiritual.
In the North he was not seen as a mere political leader but more as a religion and his following was indescribable, unprecedented and massive.
He was a rare phenomenon and an intrguing enigma: a remarkable man and inspirational leader whose destiny was intrinsically intertwined with Nigeria's.
He managed to achieve what no other Nigerian leader has managed to achieve in our entire history: the unflinching, unconditional, unquestioning and literally fanatical adulation and love of the whole of the core North and the support of many in the South.
He was indeed the first amongst equals and, love him or hate him, his legacy and commitment to the service of our nation has left an indelible mark.
The question on everyone's mind is who can possibly take up his mantle of Northern leadership today and who can fill into his gargantuan shoes?
Whatever the answer to those questions are one thing is clear, the North and indeed Nigeria shall NEVER be the same without him.
May the soul of this great, noble and proud warrior and patriotic son of Nigeria rest in peace and may God grant his family the fortitude to bear this loss.
(FFK)
TRIBUTE TO MY FORMER BOSS, PRESIDENT MOHAMMADU BUHARI
I am profoundly shocked by the news of the passing of my former boss, President Muhammadu Buhari.
Nigeria has lost a true statesman whose love for his country and its people has been evident over the years...
Buhari cleared pension backlogs, paid gratuities, settled pensions of Biafran soldiers, bailed out states, never owed salaries to federal workers, and even paid salaries for staff in some private establishments during COVID-19 through the MSME Survival Fund.