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Year: 2026

  • Saudi Arabia Fatwa Council Rejects Pres.Trump’s Abrahamic Accord

    Saudi Arabia Fatwa Council Rejects Pres.Trump’s Abrahamic Accord

     

     

    The Permanent Fatwa Committee of Saudi Arabia has issued a fatwa rejecting the concept of Abraham Accords

    The Saudi Fatwa House, contrary to the request of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, took a clear position on the unity of religions and declared those who call for it to be guilty of disbelief.

    *The Permanent Fatwa Committee of Saudi Arabia* rejected the concept of Abraham Accords and issued the following fatwa, eliminating the differences found regarding the “unity of religions” and the “Abrahamic House”:

    *Fatwa of the Permanent Fatwa Committee – Fatwa No. 19402 Read;

    “All praise is due to Allah SWT and blessings and peace be upon the Prophet pbuh, after whom there is no prophet, and his family and companions, and those who follow their way until the Day of Judgment. Later…”

    The Permanent Committee for Scientific Research and Ifta, reviewed the questions and articles published in the media that were presented regarding the unity of religions (Islam, Judaism, and Christianity), which suggested building a mosque, church, and temple in one place or publishing the Quran, Torah, and Gospel in one volume. After considering the issue, the Committee decided as follows:

    Fatwa No:19402

    1. First point:
    The basis of Islamic belief is that there is no true religion other than Islam, and that it is the last religion that has abrogated all previous religions and Sharias. Allah Almighty says in the Quran:
    “Indeed, the religion with Allah is Islam.”

    2. Second point:
    The Holy Quran is the last Book of Allah SWT, has abrogated the Torah, the Psalms, the Gospel and other Books.

    3. Third point:
    The Torah and the Gospel have been abrogated and have also been distorted, as mentioned in the verses of the Quran.

    4. Fourth point:
    Hazrat Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the last prophet and there will be no prophet after him.

    5. Fifth point:
    Whoever does not accept Islam, whether he is a Jew, a Christian or anyone else, is a disbeliever and an enemy of Allah SWT, and if he does not repent, he deserves Hell.

    6. Sixth point:
    The call for the unity of religions is a seditious and cunning conspiracy aimed at weakening Islam and turning Muslims into apostates.

    7. Seventh point:
    One effect of this call will be that the difference between Islam and infidelity will disappear and Muslims’ aversion to infidels will disappear, which will also end jihad and the struggle to raise the Word of Allah SWT.

    8. Eighth point:
    If a Muslim promotes this call, he becomes an apostate from the religion of Islam, because this call is contrary to the principles of Islam.

    9. Ninth point:
    • It is not permissible for a Muslim to support this call, attend its seminars or spread its ideas.
    • It is not permissible to publish the Quran, the Torah and the Gospel in a single volume or to build a mosque, church and temple in one place, because this is tantamount to rejecting the supremacy of Islam.

    *Permanent Fatwa Committee for Scientific Research and Issuance*

    “May Allah make this decision a source of reward for the Committee, Aameen.
    Allah is Great.”

    Forward this message and you will be counted among those who are the first to deny and reject this misleading doctrine, and be part of this message as a preacher, teacher, student and seeker of reward.

     

  • Otu Unveils 2026 Carnival Calabar Theme

    Otu Unveils 2026 Carnival Calabar Theme

     

    By Dianabasi Effiong

    Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River has unveiled ‘Rethinking Our Collective Destiny’ as the theme for the 2026 Carnival Calabar and Festivals.

    The governor also declared at the theme’s unveiling that the globally acclaimed cultural spectacle would continually serve as a platform for economic growth, social cohesion, cultural renaissance, and national reflection.

    The unveiling ceremony, held on Sunday at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, attracted an array of distinguished personalities, diplomats, tourism stakeholders, former public office holders, corporate sponsors, and cultural enthusiasts from across Nigeria and beyond.

    In his address, Otu described the event as the formal flag off of activities for the 2026 Carnival Calabar.

    He said that the state was still basking in the remarkable success of The Carnival’s 20th anniversary in 2025.

    “It is rather amazing how time flies. Barely a few months ago, we concluded the activities marking the 20th Anniversary of Carnival Calabar and Festivals, and today we are gathered to kick-start preparations for the 2026 edition, the 21st in the series,” he said.

    Reflecting on the previous edition, Otu recalled the memorable 32 days of uninterrupted artistic displays, cultural performances, music, dance, and creative expressions that captivated visitors from around the world.

    He expressed profound appreciation to sponsors, participating carnival bands, corporate organisations, tourists, and visitors whose support contributed significantly to the success of the anniversary edition.

    “We owe a debt of boundless gratitude to our headline sponsors who believed in our brand and invested either as an act of Corporate Social Responsibility or as a business decision. We are equally appreciative of the untiring efforts of our carnival bands and all those who contributed to increasing tourist arrivals during our 20th anniversary celebrations,” Otu said.

    The governor said that the annual unveiling of the carnival’s theme was in line with international best practices and serves as a creative guide for participating bands, whose costumes, props, choreography, and performances are expected to interpret the theme through artistic expression.

    According to him, the significance of the theme’s unveiling transcends ceremonial symbolism.

    “For us in Cross River State, the unveiling of the carnival theme goes beyond the commencement of carnival activities. It represents the opening of vast opportunities for business expansion, economic empowerment, homecoming, family reunions, and community bonding. As we unveil the theme, we are simultaneously presenting leisure and business opportunities that are too compelling to ignore,” he said.

    Gov. Otu also said that his administration was intensifying efforts to engage Cross Riverians in the diaspora to promote the Carnival Calabar brand globally while attracting investments and support for its sustainability.

    He also announced plans for enhanced digital streaming and monetisation of carnival content as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the state’s creative economy.

    “To remain competitive in the global tourism ecosystem, Cross River State is undertaking a comprehensive overhaul of its creative economy. We are creating additional tourism assets that will stimulate employment, increase internally generated revenue, and attract both new and repeat visitors to the state,” he added.

    While reaffirming Cross River’s position as the home of Africa’s Biggest Street Party, Otu appealed to existing and prospective sponsors to sustain their support, assuring them of greater visibility and measurable returns on investment.

    The ceremony also featured goodwill messages from international dignitaries, including the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, who described Carnival Calabar as one of Nigeria’s most treasured cultural assets.

    “Nigeria is not only a nation of immense potential and enterprise; it is also a land of joy, colour, beauty, elegance, creativity, and people united in celebration within a peaceful atmosphere,” Mignot said.

    He praised the unique December scheduling of the carnival, noting that while most European carnivals were held in February, the Calabar Carnival’s placement between Christmas and New Year gave it a distinctive global appeal.

    The ambassador recounted his personal participation in the carnival alongside Gov. Otu and commended the quality of the performances, the creativity of the competing bands, and the precision of their choreography.

    “Cross River State—and indeed Nigeria as a whole—possesses a true diamond capable of captivating the imagination of the world. That diamond is the Calabar Carnival,” he declared.

    Mignot further expressed confidence that the 2026 edition would build on previous successes and continue projecting Nigeria’s cultural richness, hospitality, creativity, and unity to a global audience.

    The unveiling ceremony was attended by the state’s former Governor, Sen. Liyel Imoke, European Union Ambassador Gautier Mignot, Portuguese Ambassador Paulo Martins Santos, the Chief of Defense Intelligence, Lieutenant General Emmanuel Akomaye Parker Undiandeye, other senior military officers, tourism investors, cultural stakeholders, and members of the diplomatic community.

    With the unveiling of the theme preparations have formally begun.

    According to the organisers, this year’s Carnival and festivals will be another spectacular edition – one designed not only to entertain but also to inspire meaningful conversations about shared aspirations, collective responsibility, and the future of society.

  • Nigeria’s Rema, Burna Boy, Davido, Arya Starr Listed In FIFA World Cup 2026 Album Squad

    Nigeria’s Rema, Burna Boy, Davido, Arya Starr Listed In FIFA World Cup 2026 Album Squad

     

    By Dianabasi Effiong

    Global music icons from Nigeria – Rema, Burna Boy, Davido, and Arya Starr – have been listed in the official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album squad unveiled by FIFA Communications Division for the biggest FIFA World Cup in history,.

    The official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album, which includes music superstars across the world, assembles a global squad of artists for the most extensive multi-track music project in FIFA World Cup history.

    Featuring a star-studded lineup across 18 tracks, the Official Album reflects the diversity, energy, and scale of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

    In a major milestone for FIFA Sound, the full Official Album is available for pre-save across all streaming platforms.

    It stated, “Multimedia assets are available for media representatives to download for editorial purposes via FIFA Digital Hub.
    Today, FIFA officially unveils the complete squad for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album, which brings together a global line-up of artists, cultures, and sounds for the biggest FIFA World Cup in history.”

    Spanning 18 tracks, the Official Album is the most extensive multi-track music and culture project ever created for the showpiece event, capturing the energy, emotion, and global spirit set to define the greatest show on earth across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

    The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album is now available for pre-save across all streaming platforms.

    Following the global releases of Lighter, Por Ella, Echo, Illuminate, Goals, and Game Time, FIFA Sound has revealed the full creative vision behind the Official Album — an all-star line-up that mirrors the prestige and diversity of the tournament itself.

    Featuring artists from around the world, the Official Album showcases a series of unprecedented collaborations, with most of the artists on each track joining forces for the very first time through the power of football.

    “FIFA has brought together an extraordinarily strong music squad and one befitting the biggest single-sport event in history,” said FIFA President, Gianni Infantino.

    “From global superstars to breakthrough voices who are shaping the future of music, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album features artists from across continents, languages, and genres in a project designed to unite fans worldwide through the power of music and football.”

    *Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album Track List*

    Goals – LISA, Anitta, and Rema

    Game Time – Future and Tyla

    Illuminate – Jessie Reyez and Elyanna

    Echo – Daddy Yankee and Shenseea

    Por Ella – Los Ángeles Azules and Belinda

    Three Nations – 21 Savage, Nata Cano, and French Montana

    No Place Like Home – Major Lazer, Nelly Furtado, and Davido

    In the Stars (Remix) – The Rolling Stones

    Show Me – Ayra Starr and Latto

    Mi Mexico Lindo – Alejandro Fernández

    Blessings – Stormzy, Fridayy, and Angel

    Energy – Ava Max and BIA

    Lighter – Jelly Roll and Carín León

    Siir Siir – Nora Fatehi, Vegedream, and Sanjoy

    Partidazo – Danny Ocean

    Champion – IShowSpeed

    Love Always Wins – Shaggy, Cimafunk, and Zema

    Dai Dai – Shakira and Burna Boy.

    More than a collection of songs, the album serves as a platform for artistic collaboration on a global scale.

    According FIFA Communications Division, Artists from various backgrounds and with an array of musical traditions have come together to create a soundtrack that reflects football’s unique ability to unite people around the world.

    Additional collaborations and singles will continue to roll out throughout the tournament.

    It added, “Fans will experience many of the tracks live during the Countdown Concert in Mexico City, Toronto, and Los Angeles, as well as the opening ceremonies in Mexico, Canada, and the United States.”

  • International Museum Day: Stakeholders Advocate Preservation of Nigeria’s Cultural Heritage ‎

    International Museum Day: Stakeholders Advocate Preservation of Nigeria’s Cultural Heritage ‎

    ‎International Museum Day: Stakeholders Advocate Preservation of Nigeria’s Cultural Heritage
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    By Seyi Oduneye-Ogunwomoju
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    ‎The Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun, has appealed to the Federal Government to provide adequate funding for the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM) to ensure the preservation of Nigeria’s history and cultural heritage.
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    ‎Olatunbosun made the appeal on Thursday during the 2026 International Museum Day celebration organised by the National Museum of Unity, Ibadan.
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    ‎The theme of this year’s celebration is “Museums: Uniting a Divided World.”
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    ‎International Museum Day is observed annually on May 18 to highlight the role of museums in cultural preservation, education and societal development.
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    ‎The commissioner also commended the Curator of the National Museum of Unity, Ibadan, Mrs Pamela Otuka, for the remarkable transformation taking place at the museum.
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    ‎In his message to the event, the Director-General of the NCMM, Mr Olugbile Holloway, said that movable and immovable artefacts, archival documents and other historical materials play vital roles in promoting shared humanity and preserving collective memory.
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    ‎Holloway, who was represented by Otuka, said the theme underscores the role of museums in fostering societal development and uniting communities across the world in the pursuit of peace.
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    ‎“As we all know, the National Commission for Museums and Monuments in Nigeria has consistently fulfilled this role over time.
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    ‎“The museum world, guided by the International Council of Museums (ICOM), has always been sensitive to global developments and has shaped its annual themes accordingly.
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    ‎“Continuing this tradition, ICOM has focused on the disruptions in human relationships caused by crises, conflicts, wars and other troubling developments that threaten the progress humanity has made in recent times.
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    ‎“While various groups continue to address these challenges with varying degrees of success, ICOM’s goal for 2026 is to redirect museum efforts toward leveraging resources through activities, events and dialogue that promote peace and understanding among individuals and communities,” he said.
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    ‎The NCMM boss called on individuals, government agencies, non-governmental organisations and the private sector to partner with the commission in harnessing the vast resources available in museums nationwide and within the creative industry to promote peace and cultural understanding.
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    ‎“The National Commission for Museums and Monuments, which is responsible for establishing public museums and facilitating private museums, has continued to introduce innovations aimed at enhancing visitors’ experiences.
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    ‎“We have launched the country’s first digital museum and upgraded our Lagos exhibition facilities to meet international standards.
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    ‎“These efforts reflect the vision of the current management, with plans underway to elevate selected museums across the country to similar standards.
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    ‎“It is important to remember that museums, regardless of their location, belong to the public and should be supported and protected,” Holloway added.
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    ‎Also speaking at the event, renowned artist and culture promoter, Prince Tunde Odunlade, stressed the need to preserve Nigeria’s history and cultural heritage.
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    ‎“We must preserve our history with all the resources at our disposal. Greater efforts are needed to safeguard our heritage for future generations.
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    ‎“This museum is very important. We have only four National Museums of Unity in Nigeria — located in Ibadan, Enugu, Maiduguri and Sokoto.
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    ‎“Every ethnic group in Nigeria has a part of its identity represented in these museums. They serve as important centres for education and the preservation of our history.
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    ‎“A society without art is like an asylum,” he said.

     

     

  • VC Unveils Prof. Dianabasi Eduwem 135th Inaugural Lecturer At UniUyo

    VC Unveils Prof. Dianabasi Eduwem 135th Inaugural Lecturer At UniUyo

     

     

    By Dianabasi Effiong

    Prof. Samuel Odewumi, the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Uyo (UniUyo), has unveiled a professor of Radiology, Dianabasi Udoette Eduwem, as the 135th Inaugural Lecturer of the University.

    Odewumi told invitees on Thursday that the topic for the Inaugural Lecture, slated for June 11, is “Seeing The Invisible: Unravelling The Myths, Mysteries, and Misconceptions About Health and Diseases.”

    The lecture, holding at the 1000-capacity TETFUND Auditorium of the institution’s main campus, aims to debunk the misconceptions and encourage people to access health facilities for their medical needs.

    “It is about *seeing* *the* *invisible*, using the technological eyes of the Radiologist through medical imaging to expose the *myths*, *mysteries*, *misconceptions* about health and diseases, especially the fact that most diseases are “not hospital treatable diseases (..idoho udoño ufokibok).”

    “Most times, these assertions are borne out of ignorance and poverty, intertwined with superstitious beliefs. The lecture aims to debunk the misconceptions and encourage people to access health facilities for their medical needs,” the Consultant Radiologist, said.

    Prof. Eduwem is a celebration of destiny whose life story reminds us that greatness is not an accident but a reward of vision, resilience, sacrifice, discipline, and unwavering commitment to service.

    The Inaugural Lecturer, who was born on June 5, 1961, into the royal family of Nung Umo EkaObong, Mbiabong Ikono, attended the Christian Primary School Mbiabong, proceeded to Lutheran High School Obot Idim, where he graduated with a Division in 1979.

    He also attended the Federal Government College, Ikot Ekpene, where he was the best A-level student in Chemistry in 1980; the same year, he secured a direct entry to study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Calabar (UniCal).

    He completed his Residency to become the second Consultant Radiologist from UniCal and the first in the discipline from
    Akwa Ibom.

    He joined the teaching staff at UniCal as Lecturer 1 in 1998 and rose steadily to become the first professor of Radiology in the history of Cross River and Akwa Ibom (AkwaCross) respectively.

    Prof. Eduwem was variously, Head of Department on multiple occasions, pioneer Head of Radiography and Radiation Science, Visiting Scholar and Head of Department at the University of Uyo (UniUyo), Adjunct Lecturer, Dean of Faculty, Chairman, Committee of Deans, Professor, College of Health Sciences, and Acting Deputy Vice- Chancellor, Academics.

    He has consistently demonstrated a rare leadership philosophy: “Leave every institution better than you met it.”

    Prof. Dianabasi Eduwem, fondly called ‘Oyobio’ (Ibibio for Hurricane) by his classmates at Lutheran High School, Obot Idim (Luthisco), has mentored more than 25 Resident Doctors to be Consultants, including several professors.

    He is also credited with more than 50 scientific publications in reputable scientific journals, textbook contributions, international conference presentations, and two decades as Examiner for the West African College of Surgeons, has stood as a guardian of standards and custodian of excellence.

    He has been the President of the Association of Radiologists of West Africa for seven remarkable years, and helped redefine and reposition the radiology practice across the African sub-region.

    He will surely become, by God’s grace, the first professor of Radiology of AkwaCross extraction to deliver the 135th inaugural lecture at UniUyo.

    Radiography, the art and science of using radiation (like X-rays) to capture images of the body’s internal structures, is primarily deployed by healthcare professionals to diagnose conditions, detect bone fractures, and monitor diseases.

    A Radiologist is a medical specialist who utilises medical imaging – X-rays, MRI, CT, and ultrasound – to diagnose and treat diseases.

    There are Diagnostic Radiology (identifying illnesses) and Interventional Radiology (using imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures).

  • Tinubu’s procurement reforms reduce FEC’s role in contract approvals – BPP D-G

    Tinubu’s procurement reforms reduce FEC’s role in contract approvals – BPP D-G

    By Okeoghene Akubuike

    Dr Adebowale Adedokun, Director-General, Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), says procurement reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda have reduced the Federal Executive Council’s involvement in routine contract approvals.

    Adedokun, who spoke at the Inaugural Hosting of “The Procurement Evolution” in Abuja on Thursday, said the development had enabled the council to focus more on strategic policy decisions and national governance issues.

    He said the development followed the review of procurement thresholds across the Federal Public Service to reflect prevailing economic realities, inflationary pressures and changing market conditions, and the need to accelerate budget implementation.

    According to him, the upward review has delegated more procurement responsibilities to ministerial and parastatal tenders boards and accounting officers, thereby significantly reducing unnecessary bottlenecks while preserving transparency and accountability.

    “Crucially, as a direct consequence of these upwardly revised thresholds, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has been significantly unburdened from routine contract approvals.

    “The FEC rarely meets to deliberate on contract awards anymore, shifting its executive focus instead toward high-level policy discussions and strategic national governance,” he said.

    Adedokun attributed the reforms to Tinubu’s support for due process and insistence on strict compliance with procurement regulations by Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

    He said the bureau had strengthened compliance enforcement, monitoring mechanisms and accountability measures to ensure adherence to procurement laws.

    Giving a highlight on the bureau’s achievements, Adedokun said the administration had introduced a mandatory 14-working-day standstill period before contract execution to allow for the resolution of procurement-related grievances.

    The BPP boss further disclosed that Tinubu had directed that all contract variations must receive BPP approval to prevent cost inflation and safeguard public funds.

    On transparency, he said MDAs were now required to publish monthly contract award information and quarterly performance reports, while the bureau had deployed price intelligence tools and a national automated project monitoring platform to improve oversight.

    Adedokun said digital transformation remained a key pillar of the reforms, with the deployment of electronic procurement platforms and the establishment of a Nigeria E-Marketplace to reduce human interference and corruption risks.

    He added that the reforms through the Nigeria First Policy were also designed to promote indigenous participation in key sectors, including infrastructure, information and communication technology, agriculture, renewable energy, textiles and automobile manufacturing.

    According to him, the bureau is implementing targeted programmes to support women-owned businesses, local communities and small and medium-scale enterprises through public procurement opportunities.

    Adedokun said the bureau had equally prioritised professionalisation through certification programmes, capacity-building initiatives and specialised procurement-related academic courses in selected universities.

    He reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to ensuring value for money in public spending and strengthening citizens’ confidence in government institutions.

    The pioneer Director-General of the BPP,  Mr Emeka Ezeh, called for greater adoption of technology in public procurement processes.

    Ezeh said procurement reform in Nigeria had reached a stage where technology should serve as the primary driver of implementation.

    He noted that delayed payments in contract execution often compelled contractors to factor additional risks into their bids, contributing to higher contract costs.

    Ezeh stressed the need for timely fulfilment of contractual obligations by all parties to improve efficiency and value for money in public procurement.

    He urged the Federal Government to designate June 4 as National Procurement Day to provide a platform for stakeholders to review and advise on public procurement as a strategic instrument for national development.

    The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) reports that the event, with the theme “The Procurement Evolution: Honouring the Past, Powering the Future,” was organised by the BPP  to commemorate 19 years of the establishment of the BPP.

    NAN

  • Cultural Preservation: KWASU Don advocates fusion of tradition with modernity

    Cultural Preservation: KWASU Don advocates fusion of tradition with modernity

    Cultural Preservation: KWASU Don advocates fusion of tradition with modernity

     

    Prof. Binta Sulaiman delivering KWASU’S 21st Inaugural Lecture

     

    By Bushrah Yusuf-Badmus

     

    A professor of Fine Arts and Art Education at the Kwara State University (KWASU), Prof. Binta Sulyman, has said that the preservation of indigenous cultural heritage enhances community cohesion and sustain peace within society.

     

    Prof. Sulyman made the submission on Wednesday during KWASU’s 21st Inaugural Lecture titled ‘The Ilorin Royal Dance Tradition

    (Ijo Olomo Oba): A Catalyst for Cultural Identity, Artistic Expression, and Creative Economy”.

     

    She highlighted the connection between fine arts and traditional performative dance, stressing the sustainability of Ijo Ọlọ́mọ Ọba, a traditional dance deeply rooted in the cultural identity of the Ilorin people.

     

    “Declining youth participation, poor documentation, inadequate institutional support, and the increasing dominance of Western cultural forms makes us perceive traditional arts as outdated.

     

    “This places valuable cultural heritage at risk of extinction.

     

    “Preserving cultural traditions does not require resistance to modernisation but rather a careful integration of traditional values with contemporary realities.

     

    “Such an approach would enable cultural practices to remain relevant to younger generations while retaining their historical significance,” she said.

     

    Prof. Sulyman also stressed the importance of incorporating indigenous music and performative arts into educational curricula.

     

    She recommended that Nigerian schools should give greater attention to teaching and performing traditional musical forms from ethnic traditions in Nigeria.

     

    “Eucation remains one of the most effective tools for transmitting cultural knowledge across generations that fosters a sense of identity and belonging among young

     

    “Beyond cultural preservation, indigenous arts helps in peace building and social development.

     

    “Cultural performances such as Ijo Ọlọ́mọ Ọba strengthen social cohesion, promotes intergenerational dialogue, and reinforce shared values that contribute to peaceful coexistence within communities.

     

    “Also, cultural heritage serves as a unifying force capable of bridging social divides and fostering mutual understanding among diverse groups, making it an important resource for community development and nation-building,” the don said.

     

    The professor however called for a holistic approach involving education, innovation, community participation, and institutional support to ensure the sustainability of Ijo Ọlọ́mọ Ọba.

     

    She expressed optimism that with deliberate preservation efforts, the dance would not only survive but also gain wider national and international recognition as a significant component of Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage.

  • Man Organ; a Barometer to Measure Man’s Overall Health

    Man Organ; a Barometer to Measure Man’s Overall Health

     

     

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    A reproductive health expert wrote:

    MEN: YOUR PENIS CAN TELL YOU EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR HEALTH. IT CAN ALSO TELL YOU IF YOU WILL LIVE LONG OR NOT.

    The penis of a man is a barometer or gauge or measurement for his health

    A man’s penis is a living diagnostic instrument, quietly taking notes on his vascular integrity, neurological signaling, hormonal balance, inflammatory load, metabolic health, sleep quality, and long-term survival odds.

    Erections are not just only about desire.

    Nighttime erections, in particular, are not erotic events. They are system checks. Autonomous, involuntary, and brutally honest.

    Hand holds fresh cucumber against clean white background. Cucumber is long, green, and smooth with natural ridges. No emotion shown, but hand is steady and gentle. Ideal for health, diet

    When Bryan Johnson, then 48, said in 2024 that men without nocturnal erections are roughly 70 percent more likely to die prematurely, he wasn’t being provocative, he was stating what cardiology and urology have been circling for decades but nor being direct enough.

    photograph of a cactus growing flaccid; it shows the shape of a penis, which brings erectile dysfunction to the mind.

    The penis predicts death because it is downstream of everything required for life to flow well.

    Blood has to move freely. Nerves have to fire accurately. Nitric oxide has to be produced efficiently. Testosterone has to exist in sufficient quantity and actually be usable. Sleep cycles have to be intact. The autonomic nervous system has to be able to switch into parasympathetic mode, which means rest, repair, and regeneration. When any of those fail, erections go first, long before the heart attack, long before the stroke, long before the diagnosis that forces a man to pretend he never ignores the signs.

    Penile health is not measured by whether a man can “get it up on command.” That framing is adolescent and misleading. As Dr. Ryan Welter explains, penile health includes erectile quality, orgasmic function, libido, satisfaction with intercourse, and overall sexual satisfaction.

    Erectile dysfunction is not a penis problem. It is an early-warning system for cardiovascular disease. The arteries supplying the penis are significantly smaller than those feeding the heart and brain.

    They clog first, and they lose elasticity first. Plaque buildup, insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction announce themselves through diminished erections years before a cardiac event.

    Two to five years, on average.

    When blood can not move freely enough to produce an erection, it is already struggling elsewhere. The penis is simply the first place the system can no longer compensate. This is why pills that force blood flow without addressing root causes create the illusion of health while the underlying pathology continues to progress.

    There is also a nervous system component men rarely want to face. Chronic stress, unresolved trauma, constant sympathetic activation, poor sleep, and emotional suppression all interfere with nocturnal erections. A man who never fully drops into parasympathetic repair at night is not recovering.

    Libido decline follows the same pattern. Desire does not vanish randomly. It fades when energy is diverted toward managing inflammation, metabolic chaos, hormonal depletion, or psychological overload.

    A body under threat does not prioritize reproduction or pleasure.

    This is why mocking erectile changes, dismissing them as “normal aging,” or outsourcing responsibility to pharmaceuticals is self-betrayal. The body is communicating. Loudly. Clearly. Repeatedly.

    A healthy penis is proof of circulation, hormonal coherence, nervous system regulation, and metabolic resilience. It is evidence that the body can still move blood, signal nerves, generate desire, and repair itself in the dark while the mind sleeps.

    When those signals disappear, the question shouldn’t be “What’s wrong with my penis?” The question should be “What is failing upstream that I don’t want to look at?”

    The question should be, “What is wrong with my overall health?’

    Whenever those morning and night erections disappear, the question you should sincerely ask yourself is “what is wrong with my mental health, my brain, my nerve, my heart, my hormones, my testes, and by extension my overall health”.

    Men, your penis is a diagnostic instrument for your health ..

  • Court sentences 4 Owo church bombers to death by hanging, acquits 1

    Court sentences 4 Owo church bombers to death by hanging, acquits 1

     

    The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday sentenced four of the five defendants being prosecuted for their involvement in the 2022 terror attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo in Ondo State, to death by hanging.

    Judge Emeka Nwite, in a judgement, held that the Department of State Services (DSS) had been able to prove the charge against the defendants.

    Justice Nwite held that after careful review of the evidence presented by the prosecution and the defence, it was “clear” that the convicted men belonged to a proscribed terrorist group known as “Al-Shabaab.”

    The judge, therefore, convicted the 1st to 4th defendants on count one for belonging to the terrorist group and acquited the 5th defendant on that count.

    On count two, the judge also convicted the 1st to 4th defendants.

    He held that the prosecution’s evidence “remains credible” and was not effectively challenged by the defendants.

    On count three, the court convicted them as the masterminds of the attack in connection with a meeting held on May 30, 2022, while the judge discharged and acquitted the 5th defendant on that count.

    On counts four and five, the court also convicted the four defendants, while the 5th defendant was discharged and acquitted.

    On count six, where the 5th defendant was charged with financing terrorism in connection with the attack, the judge said the prosecution did not prove that he financed the attack.

    Justice Nwite then discharged and acquitted him of the counts.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the defendants convicted are Idris Abdulmalik Omeiza, 25; Al Qasim Idris, 20; Jamiu Abdulmalik, 26; and Abdulhaleem Idris, 25, while Momoh Otuho Abubakar, 47, was exonerated of the charges.

    The attack, which took place on June 5, 2022 at the church, left no fewer than 41 worshippers dead while over a 100 others sustained varying degree of injuries.