Sultan declares Friday as Eid-el-Fitr after non-sighting of Shawwal Moon on Wednesday in Nigeria

National Moon Sighting Committee did not receive any verified report of the Shawwal crescent sighting from various Committees across the Country on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, corresponding to the 29th day of Ramadan 1447AH. By Our Reporter SOKOTO (CONVERSEER) – The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad…

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Gov Eno Urges Stakeholders to Safeguard Educational Facilities

…flags off distribution of educational materials, sports equipment By Anietie Akpan Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has charged teachers, school administrators, and community stakeholders to take collective responsibility in protecting and maintaining the facilities and materials provided by government to ensure their durability and continued impact. The Governor spoke when he flagged off…

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UN boosts security at South Sudan refugee camp

Makpandu camp hosts thousands of refugees who fled conflict in neighbouring Sudan, seeking safety in South Sudan. However, rising insecurity has renewed fears among displaced families. By Joe Udo JUBA (CONVERSEER) – The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has intensified security efforts at Makpandu refugee camp in Yambio following a deadly attack that…

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