5 h. ago Purch Gadgets marks Independence Day with free medical outreach and feeding programme in Ikeja

In a display of corporate social responsibility, Purch Gadgets marked Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day with a free medical outreach and read more Purch Gadgets marks Independence Day with free medical outreach and feeding programme in Ikeja

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22 h. ago “Turned the corner?” Tinubu’s Independence speech offers numbers, not solutions

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day address was designed as a reassurance. With a flourish of statistics, he declared read more “Turned the corner?” Tinubu’s Independence speech offers numbers, not solutions

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23 h. ago Gov Yahaya hails progress, credits past leaders for state’s growth

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe As Gombe State marked its 29th anniversary alongside Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has hailed the state’s steady progress while paying tribute to past leaders for laying the foundation for its growth and stability. In a statement by his Director-General of Press Affairs, Ismaila Uba Misilli, the governor […] The post Gov Yahaya hails progress, credits past leaders for state’s growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Group Calls For Probe Into Independence Day Parade Disruption In Kano

A civic group, One Kano Agenda, has expressed concern over the disruption of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration in Kano following the last-minute withdrawal of the state police command from the ceremonial parade. Addressing journalists in Kano yesterday, the director general of the organisation, Abba Yakasai, described the incident as deeply troubling and urged the […]

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41 h. ago I had good sleep, breakfast after cancelling Independence Day parade — Tinubu

Tribune Online I had good sleep, breakfast after cancelling Independence Day parade — Tinubu "Happy 65th Independence Anniversary. This has broken the monotony of military march-past, parade and everything. I had good sleep, breakfast after cancelling Independence Day parade — Tinubu Tribune Online

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42 h. ago Independence Day: Wives Of Soldiers Detained For Offences Relating To Fight Against Boko Haram, ISWAP, Beg Tinubu For Pardon

Wives of soldiers currently detained for offences related to the fight against Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Maiduguri, Borno State, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu and military authorities to show compassion and grant their husbands pardon in the spirit of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Over 30 women, some […] The post Independence Day: Wives Of Soldiers Detained For Offences Relating To Fight Against Boko Haram, ISWAP, Beg Tinubu For Pardon appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Abuja Stands Out As Haven Of Peace Amid National Challenges – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barr. Nyesom Wike, has assured residents that Abuja remains one of the safest and most peaceful places to live in Nigeria. Delivering his Independence Day message on Wednesday, to mark the country’s 65th anniversary, Wike credited the stability of the FCT to both government action and residents’ commitment […] The post Abuja Stands Out As Haven Of Peace Amid National Challenges – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Independence Day: Sterling Bank Scraps Account Maintenance Fees

As Nigerians mark 65th Independence Day, Sterling Bank has announced the scrapping of Account Maintenance Fees (AMF) across all personal accounts. This decision is coming months after abolishing transfer fees on local online transactions in April 2025. The Bank said the decision cuts at the heart of a revenue model that has long cost Nigerian […]

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63 h. ago Gombe at 29: Governor Yahaya hails progress, credits past leaders for State’s growth

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe As Gombe State marked its 29th anniversary alongside Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has hailed the state’s steady progress while paying tribute to past leaders for laying the foundation for its growth and stability. In a statement issued by his Director-General of Press Affairs, Ismaila Uba Misilli, the […] The post Gombe at 29: Governor Yahaya hails progress, credits past leaders for State’s growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Nigeria’s petroleum industry may suffer imminent collapse if , CORAN warns

Tribune Online Nigeria’s petroleum industry may suffer imminent collapse if , CORAN warns In the spirit of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebrations, the Crude Oil Refineries Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN) has warned that Nigeria’s petroleum industry may suffer imminent collapse if , CORAN warns Tribune Online

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65 h. ago Nigeria Making Strides In Security, Economic Growth – Tinubu

  President Bola Tinubu has asserted that Nigeria’s security agencies are making significant progress in tackling terrorism, banditry, and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The president made this statement on Wednesday, during his nationwide Independence Day address marking Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary. Speaking to Nigerians, Tinubu said, “The officers and men of our armed […] The post Nigeria Making Strides In Security, Economic Growth – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Nigeria @ 65: Democracy Exists Only In Abuja, Not In States – Adeyanju

As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Day, human rights activist and legal practitioner, Deji Adeyanju, has raised concerns about the state of democracy, governance, and security in the country, warning that the nation was “not making visible progress.” In a statement released on Tuesday, Adeyanju said democracy in Nigeria appeared to be centralised in the […]

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68 h. ago ‘We Now Sell More Than We Buy’, Tinubu Tells Nigerians On 65th Independence Day

The President has reassured Nigerians that the economy is on a growth trajectory. The post ‘We Now Sell More Than We Buy’, Tinubu Tells Nigerians On 65th Independence Day appeared first on Channels Television.

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68 h. ago Nigeria @ 65: Trade Surplus Increased By 44.3% To ₦7.46trn Q2 2025 — Tinubu

President Tinubu's review of the economy comes as Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Day anniversary on October 1. The post Nigeria @ 65: Trade Surplus Increased By 44.3% To ₦7.46trn Q2 2025 — Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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68 h. ago Nigeria @ 65: Kachikwu calls for committed and genuine governance

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja As Nigeria marks her 65th Independence Day, former presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Dumebi Kachikwu, has called for deep reflection on the nation’s journey and a renewed commitment to genuine leadership and accountability. This is contained in his independence day massage to Nigerians Kachikwu emphasized on the […] The post Nigeria @ 65: Kachikwu calls for committed and genuine governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago Full text of President Bola Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day speech

NATIONAL BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHNED TINUBU, GCFR, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE 65TH INDEPENDENCE read more Full text of President Bola Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day speech

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3 d. ago FG Cancells Independence Day Parade, Urges Nigerians To Support Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

The Federal Government has cancelled the Independence Day parade originally planned to mark Nigeria’s 65th anniversary on Wednesday. The announcement was contained in a statement released on Monday, September 30, by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. “The Federal Government wishes to announce the cancellation of the Independence Anniversary parade, […] The post FG Cancells Independence Day Parade, Urges Nigerians To Support Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria@65: Nigerians In UK To Host Landmark Independence Day Celebration

The Nigeria-Britain Association (NBA) has unveiled plans to host the 2025 edition of its annual Nigeria Independence Day celebration in the United Kingdom, marking Nigeria’s 65th anniversary of nationhood. This year’s event, themed “Nigeria & the UK: Building Bridges, Creating Futures,” is expected to bring together Nigerians and friends of Nigeria in the UK to […]

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4 d. ago NSCDC deploys 4,500 personnel to secure Abuja ahead 65th Independence Day

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 4,500 personnel across read more NSCDC deploys 4,500 personnel to secure Abuja ahead 65th Independence Day

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4 d. ago FG Declares October 1 Public Holiday To Mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary

  The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary. The announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the government. In the statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, […] The post FG Declares October 1 Public Holiday To Mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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