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Hajj 2023: NAHCON advance team departs for Saudi Arabia
Hajj 2023: NAHCON advance team departs for Saudi Arabia
Ahead of the commencement of the 2023 Hajj airlift operations, a team of 31 officials of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), on Sunday, departed for Saudi Arabia from the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja, as members of advance team to this year’s pilgrimage exercise.
The team, made up of members of the national reception team, national medical team, accommodation and feeding committees, will be in Saudi Arabia for the final preparation to receive the first set of intending Nigerian pilgrims from Nasarawa State, who would be arriving the Kingdom on Thursday, May 25 for the 2023 Holy Pilgrimage.
The team, which will among other things, organise and coordinate the reception, accommodation, feeding and transportation, health and general welfare of the pilgrims in the Holy land throughout the period of the spiritual exercise, is led by the NAHCON deputy director of Training, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris.
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At a brief farewell ceremony held at the Hajj House before their departure to the Holy Land, the chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Alhaji Zikrullah Kunle Hassan, described Hajj as a global issue, whose aim is to establish unity among the Ummah and, therefore, enjoined the officials to take their job seriously by identifying the best goals and methods to achieve success in their assignments, which is for the pilgrims to enjoy value for their money and obtain Hajj Mabrur.
“You must be diligent, committed, vigilant and particularly, you must have patience and act in the right manner at all times, so that at the end, you can achieve the benefit of here and the hereafter,” he said.
The NAHCON chairman, in a statement by the
deputy director of Information and Publications, Alhaji Mousa Ubandanwaki, said in spite of the challenge posed by the Sudan crises, the Commission was able to fulfill its promise and was on course to ensure that the inaugural flight set for Thursday, May 25 remained sacrosanct.
Alhaji Hassan further prayed to the Almighty Allah to assist the Commission in making this year’s Hajj the best experience for the Commission and the Muslim Ummah.
Also speaking at the event, the Commissioner in charge of Policy, Personnel, Management and Finance (PPMF), Alhaji Nura Hassan Yakasai, described the event as epoch, stressing that it marked the beginning of 2023 Hajj operation.
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He described the Advance Team as the foundation on which the success of this year’s Hajj will be built.
“If it is very strong, then the rest of the structure will be solid. Therefore I want to enjoin you to discharge your duties with utmost sense of responsibility and I want to assure you of the Commission’s support for your team to achieve the desired objectives,” he said.
In the same vein, the Commissioner in charge of Planning, Research, Statistics and Library Services (PRSILS), Sheikh Suleiman Momoh, enjoined the team members to pray for the success of the Hajj exercise when they get to the Holy land.
“I just have one request for you and that is, when you get to Madina, please go and pray for the success of this year’s Hajj,” he pleaded.
Responding on behalf of the Team, Alhaji Tajudeen Akande and Dr. Galadima expressed appreciation to the Management for the trust and confidence reposed in them and assured of their determination and readiness to make this year’s Hajj more successful than previous years.
“On behalf of the team, I want to thank the Management for the support extended to us, we will put in our best to ensure we achieve success,” said Akande.
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Osun governor introduces choice first lady amid controversy over who will receive Remi Tinubu
Osun governor introduces choice first lady amid controversy over who will receive Remi Tinubu
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has informed the people of the state that his wife, Titilayo is the First Lady of the state that will receive visiting Nigerian First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. While asking residents to give Tinubu a rousing reception as she visits today (Tuesday), Adeleke said the state government was set to receive Sen. Oluremi Tinubu and her team in Osun.
“I am elated to host our dear First Lady and my old colleague at the Senate. Our people must troop out to welcome her,” he was quoted as saying in a statement by Olawale Rasheed, his spokesman
The governor went on to explain that the First Lady deserved a rousing welcome for endorsing Osun as the location for the Alternative High School For Girls.
During the visit, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu will turn the sod of the construction of the Alternative High School For Girls.
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The school is located at Oke D.O, Ilesha Road in Osogbo.
Adeleke had earlier in another statement said there would be no confusion as to who will receive Tinubu. A statement said the attention of the Governor had been drawn to “fake news in circulation about conflict over who among the Governor’s two wives is to host the First Lady of Nigeria, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu on her official visit to the State tomorrow.
“For clarification, Chief (Mrs) Titilola Adeleke, the First Lady of Osun State, is officially hosting the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria tomorrow in line with the directive of Mr Governor. There is no confusion on this official position.
“The flier circulating purportedly from the Office of Erelu Ngozi Adeleke, the wife of the State Governor, is fake news and the person behind it was nabbed and questioned last night.
“The said flier was never authorized by Erelu Ngozi Adeleke. The material was manufactured and shared by elements who wanted to sow discord and create an atmosphere of confusion.
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Tinubu jets out today to Netherlands, Saudi Arabia
Tinubu jets out today to Netherlands, Saudi Arabia
President Bola Tinubu will today (Tuesday) April 23, 2024 leave Abuja for the Netherlands on an official visit.
The President will also attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting scheduled for April 28-29 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement on Monday, said, “On the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, President Tinubu will engage in high-level discussions with the Prime Minister, as well as hold separate meetings with His Royal Majesty, King Willem-Alexander, and Queen Maxima of the Kingdom.
“The Queen is the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development (UNSGSA).
“While in the Netherlands, the President will participate in the Nigerian-Dutch Business and Investment Forum that will bring together heads of conglomerates and organizations in both countries to explore opportunities for collaboration and partnerships, especially in agriculture and water management towards innovative solutions for sustainable farming practices.
“There will also be extensive discussions with the Dutch officials on port management operations for which they have world-renowned expertise.
“After his engagements in the Netherlands, the President will proceed to attend a special World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting scheduled for April 28-29 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
“At the World Economic Forum meeting, which focuses on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development, President Tinubu and his entourage will use the opportunity of the gathering of over 1,000 leaders from business, government, and academia to engage in discussions in furtherance of his Renewed Hope Agenda for the country.”
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FG begins disbursement of N200bn intervention fund to MSMEs, manufacturers
FG begins disbursement of N200bn intervention fund to MSMEs, manufacturers
The Federal Government said it will soon commence the loan disbursement process for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) and manufacturing sectors under the Presidential N200 billion Intervention Fund scheme.
Recall that President Bola Tinubu launched the scheme on October 17, 2023, to cushion the effects of the removal of petrol subsidy and other economic shocks.
Announcing the disbursement of the funds, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, in a statement yesterday, noted that the decision was taken following the success of the ongoing disbursements targeted at supporting one million nano businesses across the country.
According to her, N75 billion each has been allocated to support MSMEs and the manufacturing sector under the Presidential Intervention Fund. This is in addition to the N50 billion set aside to support the nano businesses.
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Uzoka-Anite stated: “The Federal Government of Nigeria is proud to announce the operational launch of the MSME and Manufacturing segment under the prestigious Presidential N200 Billion Intervention Fund.
“With applications for the Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme now closed, we are excited to move forward with the loan disbursement process for the MSME and manufacturing sectors, aimed at boosting economic growth and industrial development.
“This fund is strategically divided, dedicating N75 billion to MSMEs and another N75 billion to the manufacturing sector.
“We are pleased to report that the initial disbursement to nano businesses has been met with success, and we are well on our way to supporting one million nano businesses throughout the country.
“Thousands of beneficiaries have already confirmed receipt with many more to come.
“We invite eligible enterprises to join this transformative initiative. To apply, please visit our official application portal at www.fedgrantandloan.gov.ng.
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