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Holy Pilgrimage to Mecca: An Elitist Journey for the Rich? A Critical Review of Its Benefits for the Poor

Holy Pilgrimage to Mecca: An Elitist Journey for the Rich? A Critical Review of Its Benefits for the Poor - AbsNews Net The Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, a fundamental pillar of Islam, is meant to be a journey of spiritual significance, humility, and communal unity. However, as we delve deeper into the dynamics surrounding this sacred obligation, we must critically examine the implications of its commercialization and th...

NDLEA, Auchi Committee for Drug Abuse Condemn Illicit Drug Use in Auchi

NDLEA, Auchi Committee for Drug Abuse Condemn Illicit Drug Use in Auchi - AbsNews Net In a strong stance against the rising issue of drug abuse, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Auchi Division and the Auchi Committee for Drug Abuse have condemned the illicit use of drugs by the youth in Auchi Sacred Kingdom. During a recent visit to the palace, Mr. Muhammed Tijani, to...

ADYA Zone A, Utsogun Holds First Monthly Prayers of the Year in Auchi

ADYA Zone A, Utsogun Holds First Monthly Prayers of the Year in Auchi - AbsNews Net Members of the Auchi Dynamic Youths Association (ADYA), from Utsogun Heritage Zone held their first monthly prayers with a view to engendering the betterment of all Utsogun sons and daughters at home and in the Diaspora. The special event took place on Friday, January 31st, at the Ikelebe III Town H...

Weekly Bush Combing Exercise Relaunched in Auchi to Combat Criminal Elements

Weekly Bush Combing Exercise Relaunched in Auchi to Combat Criminal Elements - AbsNews Net In a resolute move to enhance the safety and security of the Auchi Sacred Kingdom, Chief Umar Kadiri, the Head Hunter of Auchi, has relaunched a weekly bush combing exercise. This initiative, which recently commenced, involves a dedicated team of hunters drawn from the local community, committed to....

The Fate of Auchi: A Community Ravaged by Erosion, Neglected by Authorities

The Fate of Auchi: A Community Ravaged by Erosion, Neglected by Authorities - AbsNews Net As the heavens opened their gates and the first rain of 2025 descended upon Auchi, the atmosphere was thick with a mix of irritation and agitation. For property owners in gully-ravaged areas, this rainfall was not a welcomed blessing but a harbinger of doom. Year after year, these residents watch he...

Renewed War Against Cultism: Edo House of Assembly Enacts New Secret Cult Prohibition Law

Edo State House of Assembly Enacts New Secret Cult Prohibition Law - AbsNews Net The Edo State Government has repealed the Edo State Secret Cult (Prohibition Law) 2018 and enacted a new law to curb secret cult activities within the state. The new legislation, known as the Secret Cult and Similar Activities (Prohibition) Law, 2025, was passed by the Edo State House of Assembly an...

ESSC Nabs Top Drug Cartel Suspect in Ayua-Uzairue

Edo State Security Corp Nabs Top Drugs Suspect in Ayua-Uzairue - AbsNews Net Jubilation swept through Uzairue Kingdom as the Edo State Security Corp, Uzairue Command, successfully dismantled a notorious drug cartel operating in the region. The latest operation culminated in the arrest of a key suspect known as Emmanuel, a resident of Ayua-Uzairue. Emmanuel, alleged to be a p...

The Transition From Fossil Fuels To Cleaner Energy Mix: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR NIGERIA

The Transition From Fossil Fuels To Cleaner Energy Mix: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR NIGERIA - AbsNews Net 1. Introduction Access to energy has been associated with industrialization and prosperity, while the lack of it has been associated with endemic poverty. This is a reason for the clear difference between the performance of most African countries and their western counterparts. In addition, increasi...

Happy Time Restaurant Relaunches with a Celebration of Diverse Cuisines in Auchi

Happy Time Restaurant Relaunches with a Celebration of Diverse Cuisines - AbsNews Net Happy Time Restaurant, located adjacent to Auchi Polytechnic Campus 2 gate along Ekhei Girls road, celebrated the relaunch of its brand with a vibrant and well-attended event on Saturday. The official reopening showcased the restaurant’s commitment to offering a wide variety of cuisines, delightin...