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Shutting down schools is a setback for national development — CRC-N
…Urges FG to Move Beyond Rhetoric
By Femi Bolaji
JALINGO — The Christian Reformed Church-Nigeria (CRC-N) has warned that closing schools amid ongoing terrorist and bandit attacks across communities poses a serious setback to Nigeria’s national development.
The Church said the Federal Government must go beyond making statements and take decisive action by confronting criminals in their enclaves.
This position was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the 161st Synod of CRC-N, signed by its President, Rev. Dr. Isaiah Jirapye Magaji, and General Secretary, Rev. Joseph Agbu Ahmadu Garba.
The communiqué reads in part:
“The Synod laments that schools have increasingly become soft targets for terrorists and bandits, forcing many boarding schools to shut down — a tragic setback to national progress.
“It therefore calls on the Federal Government to move beyond rhetoric and demonstrate genuine commitment through decisive and tangible actions to protect all citizens.”
The Synod also urged the government to intensify efforts against terrorism, banditry, and violent extremism to ensure Nigeria becomes a safe nation for all, regardless of faith or background.
While acknowledging the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in reducing the frequency of attacks nationwide, the Church expressed concern over recent incidents and the disposition of some government officials toward the security situation.
According to the communiqué:
“CRC-N expresses deep concern that, rather than coming together to address worsening insecurity, some top government officials appear unwilling to confront the reality on the ground and are instead playing politics with the issue.”
The Church also faulted statements made by certain public figures, including Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, which it described as being perceived as sympathetic to bandits, noting that no investigation or caution has been issued by relevant authorities.
CRC-N further condemned the recent bandit attacks on Tiv communities in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State and commended Governor Agbu Kefas for promptly mobilizing the Army to protect the distressed communities.
The Church also welcomed ongoing collaboration between the Nigerian and American governments aimed at stamping out terrorism and other criminal activities.
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Ásake’s much-anticipated homecoming concert may be heading into stormy waters as fans take to social media to criticise the staggering ₦300,000 ticket fee.
What was expected to be a triumphant Lagos return for the global Afrobeats star is now spiralling into an online revolt, with many longtime supporters accusing organisers of “pricing out the true fans.”
The sentiment has grown so intense that several fan pages are warning that the high-end pricing could dampen excitement around Ásake’s headline performance.
FlyTime Fest, known for premium concert experiences, has steadily increased its fees over the years, but this latest jump appears to have crossed a psychological line.
Fans have flooded social media with criticism over the ₦300,000 ticket price for Ásake’s Lagos homecoming. Many expressed disbelief and frustration, saying the cost is outrageous and out of reach for those who have supported him since his early street-pop days.
Users questioned the pricing compared to international shows, with some noting that fans abroad can secure seats for less than half the cost.
Social media reactions have been fierce, @Yemmmmie_: “So Nigerians are paying $200 just to stand and watch Asake, while people abroad get seats for under $100? Make it make sense. How do you overcharge the people who actually built the fanbase? It’s giving ‘exploit your own’ and everyone’s just supposed to smile about it?”
@_ayzo: “I really wanted to go for Asake’s show but 300k is too ridiculous.”
@_blondehoe: “Asake ticket prices are ridiculous. Not even Chris Brown, Summer Walker and Travis Scott were this expensive. I might need a Nigerian bf to buy me a ticket soon.”
@richtosho: “Asake concert standing ticket is 300k, Rema 250k, Davido 250k, in a country of particular concern… but they will sell tickets in US for less than $100 ~150k and you might even see Chris Brown and Billie Eilish + 10 other artists… imagine?”
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MTV kick-started a new era of music and pop culture in 1981, when it went on air for the first time, emblematically playing “Video Killed the Radio Star” as its debut music video. More than four decades later, the channel,
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Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has described himself as the highest-ranked Christian in government, attributing his political advancement to “the special grace of God” and urging Nigerians to remain committed to service in their faith communities. Speaking on Saturday during the
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