Religion
Hypothesis on Saudi Arabia Suspension of Flight From Nigeria
By Ibrahim Muhammed
Sponsored by: H&H
The news of suspension of flight from Nigeria by Saudi Arabia General authority of civil aviation came as a shock and an unexpected development at this particular period of time. There are many factors being ascribed to the reason for the suspension of flight by the Saudi Aviation authority. The announcement that the new Omicron variants have been found in Nigeria may have created serious panic in Saudi aviation cycles. This may be justified owing to the fact that Nigerians are among the largest Umrah pilgrims currently in the Kingdom. As at the time of writing this piece, there are over 200 Nigerian Umrah pilgrims in the Kingdom awaiting departure.
For example, announcement of suspension of countries from entering the Kingdom based on health related issues usually emanates from the Saudi Ministry of Health and Saudi Ministry of interior while Saudi Arabia Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is saddled with the announcement of countries that can participate in Hajj or Umrah.
However, the suspension of flight from Nigeria was announced via a memo dated 8th December 2021 by the Saudi Arabia General Authority of Civil Aviation – an unusual protocol in the Kingdom. It is also instructive to note that neither Saudi Press Agency nor any other media reported the flight suspension hours after the memo was dispatched to all the airlines in the Kingdom. This is a strange move that require more analysis because news or information on previous suspension of flight or lifting of suspension by the Kingdom is usually made available to Saudi Press Agency SPA before any other media.
For example it was the Ministry of Interior that announced the suspension of flights from and to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Lesotho and Eswatini recently .
Arab News reported that “The Ministry of Interior said it had been decided to suspend flights from and to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Lesotho and Eswatini, based on the continuous follow-up of the epidemiological situation and concerns health authorities in the Kingdom have raised about the emergence of the mutated strain of the virus in a number of countries, Saudi Press Agency reported.
That reason was “based on the continuous follow-up of the epidemiological situation and concerns health authorities in the Kingdom have raised about the emergence of the mutated strain of the virus in a number of countries as reported by Saudi Press Agency.
So, did the Saudi Arabia General Authority of Civil Aviation give any reason for the suspension? The response is somewhat sketchy because the three paragraph memo signed by the Assistant President for Economic Policies and Air Transport does not anchor any reasons for the action. Our diplomats in the Kingdom should dialogue with the Kingdom to know the underlying cause of this sudden slamming of door on Nigeria because the Kingdom has never singled Nigeria for suspension even when the Covid 19 reaches an alarming stage.
Yes, because aside from the closing of its airspace that affects all countries, this is the first time Saudi Arabia is specifically suspending flights from Nigeria since Covid 19 pandemic. In March 2020, the Kingdom suspended all international flights for two weeks having previously banned travel from the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Iran, and Egypt. Indonesia, Pakistan, Brazil, Vietnam, Egypt and India were also suspended in March 2020 due to increases in cases of Coronavirus in those countries.
The ban on Indonesia, Pakistan, Brazil, Vietnam, Egypt and India was lifted last week and flights have started arriving in Saudi Arabia from those countries.
Nigeria was not suspended when 20 countries were barred from entering the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during Covid 19. Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Pakistan, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Arab Emirates were once suspended. This is where we need to apply cautious and approach the suspension and apply diplomacy to unravel the cause of the suspension so as to immediately figure out a way out before Hajj operations come calling.
It is noteworthy that the Kingdom has not announced a ban of flight on a single country since the pandemic arrives.
To flip the coin, there are also strong indications that the suspension may be a way to draws the attention of relevant agencies from Nigeria to compel its travelers to abide by certain health related guidelines in the Kingdom. Yours sincerely has come across such scenarios where some travels prefer to twist and turn the Covid 19 entry protocol in Saudi Arabia.
Religion
Ansar-ud-Deen Society Congratulates Pope Leo XIV, Felicitates with Nigerian Catholic Church
Ansar-ud-Deen Society Congratulates Pope Leo XIV, Felicitates with Nigerian Catholic Church
AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM
SPONSORED BY: H&H
The Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the Catholic community in Nigeria and globally on the successful completion of the Papal Conclave and the election of His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV.
In a statement signed by the National President, Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, Prince Mosediq Adeniji Kazeem, SAN, FCArb, the society described the election of Robert Prevost, the first Pope from the Americas, as a truly historic moment, marking a significant chapter in the history of the Catholic Church.
Kazeem said this historic moment signifies not only the continuity of apostolic leadership but also reaffirms the unity, faith, and resilience of the global Catholic Church.
He noted, “We commend the Catholic faithful in Nigeria for their steadfast prayers, unwavering devotion, and commitment to the spiritual well-being of the Church throughout this sacred process.
“As the Catholic community in Nigeria joins the universal Church in welcoming the new Pontiff, we pray that his papacy will be blessed with wisdom, humility, and a deep dedication to the mission of peace, justice, and service to all humanity. May his leadership inspire renewed hope, strengthen faith, and advance the work of the Gospel both in Nigeria and across the world,” the Ansar-ud-Deen president noted.
According to Kazeem, while the Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria remains committed to fostering interfaith harmony and understanding, in the spirit of interfaith harmony, the Ansar-ud-Deen Society invokes the words of the Qur’an:
“… And you will find the nearest of them in affection to the believers are those who say, ‘We are Christians.’ That is because among them are priests and monks, and because they are not arrogant.”
(Surah Al-Ma’idah, 5:82)
“May Almighty Allah continue to bless the Catholic Church in Nigeria, strengthen the bonds of peace between our communities, and grant abundant grace to Pope Leo XIV as he leads the flock of Christ with compassion and justice.”
Religion
Jah Jehovah Jireh to Hold 7th Anniversary ThanksGiving on April 27 in USA
Jah Jehovah Jireh to Hold 7th Anniversary ThanksGiving on June 27 in USA
By AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM
Sunday 27th April 2025, All roads leads to Bissonet Street, Houston Texas, 77099 Suite 203 USA as Jah Jehovah Jireh Mount of Salvation will be holding it’s 7th Anniversary Thanksgiving for all members of its church across the globe.
Jah Jireh is a member of C$S Church Agbo Jesu world wide.
The venue for this year Thanksgiving will be at the prestigious complex 11965 Bissonet Street Houston Texas 77099 suite 203 USA.
August24news.com religious Editor, AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM gathered that the 2025 Thanksgiving shall be CHRIST IN ME, THE HQPE OF GLORY Colossians 12.7.
According to to the Host and Elder-in- Charge of Jah Jireh Salvation Church SNR/PRO. SNR AP. Modupe Arinola Ojajuni-Rahman told newsmen that the significant of the thanks giving is to partake in prayers and praising of almighty God.
Speaking Further, She Emphasize that One of the major activities that is expected of us as God’s children in Cherubum and Seraphim Church is to be active in praise worshipping for what he has done in our lives.
For Prayers, Guidance and Counseling Elder Module Rahman Ojajuni can be contacted through the church email address jjjmountsalvation@yahoo.com.
Religion
House On The Rock Presents THE EXPERIENCE 19:
AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM
SPONSORED BY: H&H
A Night Where JESUS WINS As dusk settles on the bustling city of Lagos on Friday, the 6th of December, something extraordinary begins to unfold.
August24news.com gathered that Thousands will gather under the open skies at Tafawa Balewa Square, as they have for the past 18 years, united by one anthem: JESUS WINS.
This year, House On The Rock Church will once again host THE EXPERIENCE, an all-night gospel music concert that will start at 7 pm and run all the way until dawn on Saturday.
Leading the hundreds of thousands gathered at the venue, and the millions who will join online in worship, are Travis Greene, Donnie McClurkin, Chevelle Franklyn, Chee, Israel Houghton, NathanielBassey, Dunsin Oyekan, Mercy Chinwo, Ebuka Songs, Adeyinka Alaseyori, Sinach, Frank Edwards,Prinx Emmanuel, Mr M & Revelation, Moses Bliss, Micah Stampley, Bidemi Olaoba, and the Lagos Metropolitan Gospel Choir (LMGC).
The event will also feature Rachel Adewale and Precious Emmanuel, among others.Despite being attended by notable dignitaries and leaders in government, politics, the diplomatic corps, business, and the Church, THE EXPERIENCE remains a free-to-attend concert, therebyallowing people from different age groups, socio-economic classes, or religious beliefs to be part of this incredible night.
THE EXPERIENCE continues to be a time for believers across denominations, cultures, and nations to come together and offer praise to God.
This year, with the theme JESUS WINS, the message is one of unity and victory in the face of the daunting economic and social challenges here in Nigeria,and the atmosphere of uncertainty and unrest across different parts of the globe.
The night will echo with a collective victory shout, one that declares Jesus as the light and the only hope of theworld.
When the sun rises on Saturday, December 7th, one thing will be clear in Lagos and around the world-JESUS WINS.
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