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Kano Gov.t Donates N100 Million to Fire Victims in Jigawa State
The Kano State Government has donated One Hundred Million Naira to assist victims of the recent fire disaster in Majia, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf announced the donation during a condolence visit to Governor Umar Namadi Danmodi at the Government House in Dutse on Thursday.
In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf emphasized that the donation was meant to provide relief to the families of those who lost their lives and to support the treatment of those injured in the fire.
He highlighted the strong historical and cultural ties between Kano and Jigawa States, underscoring Kano’s solidarity with its neighbors during this time of grief.
The governor also extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and those recovering from injuries, offering prayers for the Almighty to prevent future tragedies of this nature.
In his response, Governor Umar Namadi expressed deep gratitude on behalf of the people of Jigawa State, thanking Kano State for its generous support during such a difficult time.
He assured that the funds would be judiciously used to aid the victims and their families.
Governor Namadi also disclosed that, as of Thursday evening, 167 lives had been lost, and 67 people were receiving treatment at various medical facilities within and outside the state.
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Jeddah Airport Handles 5.3 Million Passengers in a Few Weeks
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah set a new record by handling over 5.3 million passengers during the five-week peak Umrah season, from March 1 to April 5 (Ramadan 1 to Shawwal 7).
According to Eng. Mazen Johar, CEO of Jeddah Airports Company, the airport successfully executed detailed operational plans that helped streamline Umrah procedures and significantly cut waiting times, accommodating the surge in pilgrim arrivals.
During this period, the airport managed 31,500 flights and processed approximately 6.4 million bags, marking a major achievement in its operational performance.
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Late Afenifere Leader ,Ayo Adebanjo To Be Buried May 3rd
The family of the late Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, the Afenifere leader and strong nationalist voice in Nigeria’s post-independence politics, has released a detailed funeral programme to honour his life and legacy.
Adebanjo, who died on February 14 at the age of 96 in his Lekki, Lagos residence, will be laid to rest in his hometown, Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, on Friday, May 3, following a series of ceremonies celebrating his storied contributions to Nigeria’s political evolution.
According to a statement issued by the Adebanjo family on Thursday, the farewell rites will commence with a Day of Tributes and Service of Songs on Tuesday, April 30, at 2:00 p.m., at Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
A wake will follow on Thursday, May 2, at 4:00 p.m., at Pa Ayo Adebanjo’s country home in Isanya Ogbo, Ogun State.
The funeral/church service will take place on Friday, May 3, at St. Phillips Anglican Church, Isanya Ogbo, while a thanksgiving service is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, at the same venue.
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World leaders gathered at the Vatican for the funeral of the global Christian leader, Pope Francis.
The funeral of Pope Francis, who died aged 88, has begun at St Peter’s Square in the Vatican, where hundreds of thousands of Catholic faithful have gathered to bid farewell to the pontiff.
Pope Francis died from complications following a stroke and heart failure.
The ceremony has drawn an extensive list of international dignitaries, including at least 50 heads of state, 10 reigning monarchs and 130 national delegations.
French President Emmanuel Macron, US President Donald Trump, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Britain’s Prince William and former US President Joe Biden are among the attendees.
From the Middle East, Joseph Aoun, the president of Lebanon, home to a sizeable Christian community, as well as King Abdullah of Jordan and his wife Queen Rania are attending the ceremony.
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