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MURIC Sends Message To Muslims Following Police Terror Alert

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September 15, 2026

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The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged Muslims and Islamic organisations across Nigeria to heighten vigilance and immediately report suspicious persons, movements and objects to security agencies following a nationwide terror alert.

MURIC’s warning came after the Nigeria Police Force raised concerns over intelligence indicating increased mobilisation of terrorist elements for possible coordinated attacks on places of worship, schools, NYSC orientation camps and other vulnerable locations.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, MURIC Executive Director, Professor Isiaq Akintola, urged Islamic organisations and individuals to be wary of unfamiliar faces at their gatherings and take precautionary measures to prevent possible attacks.

Akintola specifically advised mosques to strengthen security arrangements and exercise caution over individuals carrying bags or luggage into their premises.

He said, “Islamic organizations and individuals must be wary of strange faces at their gatherings. People carrying bags and baggage, especially back-packs, must not be allowed into mosque premises.

“Mosques must up their vigilance. Entertain no unknown faces even if their turbans carry the stamps of Saudi Arabia and Iran altogether. No sleep-over should be allowed in the mosques.

“Most importantly, dispose of any bag or luggage found inside or around the mosque immediately. They must also report suspicious persons to the police even if such person or persons pray with them in the same mosque.”

The Nigeria Police Force had, in a wireless message dated September 13, 2026, directed commands nationwide to intensify security measures following intelligence on possible coordinated terrorist attacks.

Issued by the Force Department of Operations in Abuja and marked “Security General” and “Treat as Very Important,” the message was circulated to police formations, including Commissioners of Police, Assistant Inspectors-General overseeing various zones, counter-terrorism units and other specialised formations.

According to the directive, the North-East, North-West, North-Central and parts of the South-West were areas of particular concern.

The police also disclosed intelligence indicating the movement of armed elements from Katsina through Kaduna towards Plateau State, while suspected Islamic State West Africa Province operatives and local collaborators were reportedly conducting surveillance of potential targets.

The Force expressed particular concern over possible attacks on learning institutions, warning that terrorists could exploit the resumption of the 2026/2027 academic session to target concentrations of students and staff.

It further noted that such attacks could be aimed at causing mass casualties, spreading fear and destabilising communities ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The police assessed the situation as a possible progression from “intent to preparatory activity” and ordered immediate proactive measures.

Consequently, commanders were directed to intensify intelligence-led surveillance, patrols, stop-and-search operations, access control and rapid-response arrangements around vulnerable locations.

The Force also ordered tighter security at borders, entry and exit routes and other critical approaches to prevent the infiltration and movement of armed elements.

“All personnel should maintain heightened vigilance and report suspicious persons, vehicles, movements or objects through established channels,” the message stated.

Police commands were further instructed to collaborate with other security and intelligence agencies, religious leaders, school authorities and the NYSC management to strengthen information sharing and early-warning mechanisms.

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“If You Want to Be Ready for Ghana, Test Yourself Against Africa’s Best” — Hadejia Backs Senegal Gamble Despite Sand Eagles Defeat

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October 6, 2026

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President of the African Beach Soccer Union, Mahmud Hadejia, believes Nigeria’s decision to test the Sand Eagles against African champions Senegal was exactly the preparation required ahead of their crucial Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ghana.

Nigeria suffered a 6-4 defeat in the opening friendly at the Murtala Muhammed Square Beach Soccer Arena in Kaduna, but Hadejia insists the result was secondary to exposing the team to the intensity they should expect when the competitive battle with Ghana begins.

The Sand Eagles are rebuilding after spending two years without competitive international action, making the Senegal double-header an important opportunity to assess their readiness against the continent’s benchmark team.

According to Hadejia, Senegal were deliberately chosen because their quality, physical approach and beach soccer pedigree provide Nigeria with the kind of examination needed before facing Ghana’s Black Sharks.

Senegal are the defending African champions and have established themselves as the dominant force in African beach soccer, making the friendlies a demanding test rather than an exercise designed simply to produce comfortable victories.

Sand Eagles head coach Abdullahi Isa shared that assessment, describing Senegal as quality opposition capable of helping his players shake off match rust before the qualifiers.

Nigeria will host Ghana in the first leg in Kaduna on October 10, before travelling to Accra for the decisive return fixture. The winner over the two legs will qualify for the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations in Senegal.

The assignment carries added importance after Nigeria narrowly missed the previous continental championship, losing to Mauritania on the away-goals rule during qualification in 2024.

For Hadejia, therefore, playing Senegal was about discovering weaknesses before Ghana gets the opportunity to exploit them.

The 6-4 scoreline may have gone Senegal’s way, but the real value of the friendly will be measured against Ghana — when lessons learned against Africa’s champions must translate into an AFCON ticket.

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Seven-Up Bottling Company advances community wellbeing

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40 minutes ago

October 6, 2026

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Seven-Up Bottling Company Ltd. (SBC), in collaboration with the Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has unveiled the rehabilitated Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre, following a comprehensive rehabilitation project undertaken by SBC to improve healthcare delivery and community wellbeing.

The facility now features a renovated maternity ward, a newly constructed and equipped laboratory, and solar power infrastructure, providing a safer, more functional, and better-equipped environment for healthcare workers and patients.

Unveiling of the rehabilitated Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre, — **Unveiling of the rehabilitated Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre**

The event brought together Seven-Up Bottling Company Managing Director & CEO, Sari El-Khalil; HRM Oba Abdulfatai Oyeyinka Aremu Aromire II, the Ojora of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom; Executive Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu LCDA, Hon. Jimoh Olawale Saliu; Chairman, House Committeeon Health, Hon. Lawal Aina Musbau; alongside government officials, community leaders, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders.

Apapa-Iganmu holds a special place in Seven-Up Bottling Company’s history, as the company rolled out its first bottle of 7UP from the community in 1960.

More than six decades later, Seven-Up Bottling Company continues to invest in the community that has been part of its story from the beginning.

The intervention aligns with SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being, reflecting SBC’s continued commitment to healthcare, community development and creating meaningful, lasting impact.