Iconic American R&B and funk group Shalamar is poised to captivate Abuja’s music enthusiasts with a spectacular concert on October 4, celebrating Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day weekend. The event, set to take place at the International Conference Centre, promises an unforgettable evening filled with timeless hits, according to the...
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, has extolled the government and people of Senegal on occasion of the country’s 65th Independence Day anniversary. Tuggar made this known in a statement by Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Friday in Abuja. The minister,...
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf has urged Nigerians to emulate the sacrifices made by the country’s forefathers to build a better Nigeria. Yusuf made this call on Tuesday during the 64th Independence Anniversary celebrations held at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano. He emphasised that the labour of the country’s forefathers...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Government at all levels have been implored to take necessary steps to protect women’s right and support them to build a virile nation. Wife of Kogi State Governor, Hajia Sefinat Ododo made the call during a ceremony at the Government House Lokoja to mark...
By PATRICK ABANG, Calabar – Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu has urged Nigerians to shift their focus towards the long-term national objectives, rather than being preoccupied with the temporary challenges brought about by the current economic reforms spearheaded by the Bola Tinubu-led administration. Otu made this call on...
By ARMSTRONG ALLAHMAGANI, Bauchi – Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has commended the people for their perseverance in the face of the current economic hardship that has made life unbearable for them. Governor Mohammed stated this in a goodwill message to Nigerians on the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence...
By TYAV SAM TYAV, Makurdi – Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, on Tuesday said with the continued support of the Benue people his administration would definitely remain peaceful, prosperous, and a model of good governance in Nigeria. Governor Alia disclosed this during a live broadcast at the Benue State...
By IBRAHIM MOMOH, Lokoja – The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has call for unity, faith, peace, and progress of the country as the nation celebrates 64th Independent anniversary. Reflecting on the sacrifices of national heroes of the country and the challenges faced by the nation, Governor...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday attended Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary Parade at the Forecourt of the Aso Villa in Abuja. Below are photos from the Independence Day parade in Abuja:
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has said his administration will continue to support President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms to promote peace and prosperity in the country. Fubara made the remarks at Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary Parade at the Government House Arcade on Tuesday in Port Harcourt. He promised...
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) says true opposition political parties in Nigeria must join hands with the Federal Government to build the country. The party also said that rather than inciting statements and unverified criticisms, opposition parties should contribute their quota through viable submissions and suggestions to get...
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Tuesday called for stronger unity and progress in the country, as it marks its 64th independence anniversary. President of the association Archbishop Daniel made the call in an emotional-laden message to Nigerians. Okoh highlighted the strength in the nation’s diversity and urged...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, Senator Ifeanyi Araraume, has extended heartfelt felicitations to Nigerians on the country’s 64th Independence Day anniversary. In his message, Araraume reflected on Nigeria’s journey since gaining independence, acknowledging the nation’s progress and...
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said his administration would convene a National Youth Conference to address the diverse challenges and opportunities confronting youths. The President made the announcement in his Independence Day broadcast. He said the conference would provoke meaningful dialogue and empower our young people, who constituted more...
President Bola Tinubu has said his administration is taking appropriate measures to reduce the cost of living. The President said this in his Independence Day broadcast on Tuesday. “The central concern of our people today is the high cost of living, especially food costs. This concern is shared by...
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said that Nigerian security forces have eliminated more than 300 commanders of the Boko Haram terrorist group in the last one year. Also eliminated are many commanders of other banditry groups, especially in the North-West and North-East. Tinubu gave the security update in his...
FULL TEXT OF NATIONAL BROADCAST BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU ON THE 64TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA OCTOBER 1, 2024 Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows...
Worried by worsening incidents of devastating floods across the country, the Federal Government has ordered an integrity test on all dams in Nigeria. President Bola Tinubu announced this on Tuesday in the National Broadcast to mark the nation’s 64th Independence Anniversary. He said the measure is aimed at averting...
National youth leaders, under the Forum of National Youth Leaders of all Political Parties in Nigeria( FNYLPPN), has called on President Bola Tinubu to do more in addressing the nation’s economic challenges. Onyebuchi Chukwu, Chairman, FNYLPP, in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday in Abuja, congratulated Nigeria...
The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has urged the resident of the territory to be vigilant and report suspicious activities ahead of the 2024 Independence Day celebration. The Police Public Relations Officer in the FCT, SP Josephine Adeh, made the call in a statement on Monday...