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Ramadan 2026 Begins in Nigeria as Crescent Moon Is Sighted
Abuja, February 18, 2026 — Muslims across Nigeria on Wednesday commenced the 2026 Ramadan fast following the official confirmation of the sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of the holy month. The announcement was made by the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) under the leadership of the Sultan of Sokoto, who…
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Ramadan 1447AH Begins: Muslim Countries Confirm Moon Sighting as Fasting Commences
By Staff Reporter Several Muslim-majority countries have officially confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of Ramadan 1447AH, setting the stage for the commencement of fasting and other religious observances by millions of Muslims around the world. Countries That Have Confirmed Moon Sighting and Start of Ramadan Saudi ArabiaAuthorities in Saudi Arabia…
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Saudi Arabia Confirms Crescent Moon Sighting, Ramadan Begins
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The authorities in Saudi Arabia have officially announced the sighting of the new crescent moon, marking the beginning of Ramadan 1447 AH. In a statement issued late Tuesday, the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia confirmed that verified reports of the moon sighting were received from approved observation committees across the Kingdom.…
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Tinubu Unveils Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, Targets Manufacturing Revival and Job Creation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled the Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, a comprehensive framework aimed at rebuilding Nigeria’s industrial base, accelerating manufacturing growth, and creating millions of jobs across the country. The policy was formally launched on Tuesday in Abuja, with Vice President Kashim Shettima representing the President at the unveiling ceremony. Driving Industrial Transformation…
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NUC Gives Green Light to New Universities as Nigeria’s Higher Education Expands
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment of new universities across Nigeria, marking another major expansion of the country’s higher education sector and increasing access to university education nationwide. The approvals, granted through the Federal Government following NUC’s rigorous resource verification and quality assurance processes, cover new private universities and a newly recognised…
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U.S. Freezes Assets of Eight Nigerians in Major Terrorism and Cybercrime Sanctions
Washington, D.C. – The United States government has taken decisive action by freezing the U.S.-based financial assets and accounts of eight Nigerian nationals, accusing them of links to terrorism, extremist groups and cyber-related offences. The move, announced in a 3,000-page publication by the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) on February 10, 2026,…
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Ramadan 2026 Begins: Countries Confirm First Day of Fasting as Moon-Sighting Decisions Roll In
Several countries have officially confirmed the commencement of Ramadan 1447 AH, with authorities announcing Thursday, February 19, 2026, as the first day of fasting, following astronomical assessments and moon-sighting decisions. The announcements come amid the traditional global anticipation surrounding the sighting of the new crescent moon (hilal), a process that often results in variations across…
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Tuberculosis in Nigeria: A Funding Crisis, a Policy Reckoning, and a Moral Imperative
Every hour, more than 50 Nigerians fall ill with a disease that is preventable, treatable, and curable — yet still killing in silence. A woman in rural Northern Nigeria coughs through the night. She has been coughing for weeks — not because she does not care, and not because she refuses treatment, but because the…
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UI, UNILAG, OAU Lead as Nigeria Dominates Latest West African University Rankings
Nigeria has reinforced its academic leadership in the sub-region as several of its universities emerged among the top-ranked institutions in West Africa in the 2026 global university rankings. Data from the Times Higher Education (THE) 2026 World University Rankings show that Nigerian universities account for a significant share of the region’s best-performing institutions, outpacing counterparts…
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US Moves to Revoke Visas of Nigerians Over Immigration, Security Concerns
The United States Department of State has begun steps to revoke visas issued to some Nigerian citizens, citing immigration violations, security concerns, and failure to comply with United States laws. According to diplomatic and immigration sources, the action affects specific categories of Nigerian visa holders, particularly those found to have overstayed their visas, provided false…