3 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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7 h. ago Ogun APC chieftain lauds Tinubu, enters 2027 House of Reps race

By Cosmas Omegoh A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, High Chief Olanrewaju Bashorun has lauded Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-injecting life into the Nigerian economy.   Seriki Bashorun, a.k.a Larry Bash, while hosting an Independence Day Roundtable tagged, “Breaking Barriers and Unlocking Opportunities for Ado-Odo Ota Federal Constituency,” held […] The post Ogun APC chieftain lauds Tinubu, enters 2027 House of Reps race appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Sultan, Kukah Urge Nigerians To Unite For Good Governance, Shun Religious Extremism

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, also dismisses the notion that Jihad is aimed at killing non-Muslims. The post Sultan, Kukah Urge Nigerians To Unite For Good Governance, Shun Religious Extremism appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 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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21 h. ago Tinubu’s Independence Day speech: Between aspiration and description

Tribune Online Tinubu’s Independence Day speech: Between aspiration and description I listened to the independence message of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. His struggle to assembly plausible statistics to push across a credible message of achievements and hope was palpable. Like a spent swimmer, he was stretching in all directions for a lifeline. I also have this feeling that the speech must have been researched and […] Tinubu’s Independence Day speech: Between aspiration and description Tribune Online

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21 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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21 h. ago NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has demanded that urgent action be taken by the federal and state governments to address the rising cases of insecurity across the country. Chairman, NUJ FCT Council, Grace Ike, in an independence day message, noted that it is the constitutional duty of the […] The post NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Chukwu tasks leaders on economic reforms, inclusive governance

Head, Due Process and Public Procurement Bureau, Abia State, Dr. Oluebube Chukwu, has urged leaders across all levels of government to confront the nation’s pressing challenges with sincerity, patriotism and people-centred reforms. Speaking with journalists in Umuahia, Abia State, in commemoration of the 2025 Independence Day anniversary, Chukwu congratulated President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians, describing […] The post Chukwu tasks leaders on economic reforms, inclusive governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 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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24 h. ago NAPAIS felicitates Tinubu, Nigerians, urges dialogue in oil sector dispute

Tribune Online NAPAIS felicitates Tinubu, Nigerians, urges dialogue in oil sector dispute THE National Association of Proprietors of Arabic and Islamic Schools (NAPAIS) has congratulated President Bola Tinubu and all Nigerians on the occasion of the nation’s 65th independence anniversary, expressing optimism that Nigeria is on the path to the greatness envisioned by its founding fathers. In a statement signed by the NAPAIS president, Sheikh Muhammad-Jamiu Abdulgafar, […] NAPAIS felicitates Tinubu, Nigerians, urges dialogue in oil sector dispute Tribune Online

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35 h. ago Onyejeocha urges women to seize the moment, kicks against anti

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the 9th Voice of Women (VOW) 2025 conference, Minister of State for Labour and Employment Nkeiruka Onyejeocha urged Nigerian women to embrace today’s opportunities for advancement. “I am here today just by the grace of God and also to tell Nigerian women that the time is now,” Onyejeocha declared, reflecting […] The post Onyejeocha urges women to seize the moment, kicks against anti-party activities at 9th VOW2025 confab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 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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40 h. ago ‘Tinubu’s Independence Day Speech Lacked Empathy, Transparency’, Says Ex

Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s Independence Day address, saying that while the president highlighted economic achievements, his speech lacked empathy and failed to address the harsh realities Nigerians were grappling with. Appearing on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Thursday, Akande described Tinubu’s speech as the president’s most comprehensive yet in […]

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40 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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41 h. ago Cross River govt drums up support for Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Government has urged Nigerians, particularly Cross Riverians, to support President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and Governor Bassey Otu’s initiatives. State Commissioner for Information Dr Erasmus Ekpang made the call during the 65th Independence Anniversary celebration in Calabar. Ekpang said the anniversary theme, “Nigeria@65: all hands on […] The post Cross River govt drums up support for Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Nigeria’s economy regaining strength under Tinubu — Lagos lawmaker

Tribune Online Nigeria’s economy regaining strength under Tinubu — Lagos lawmaker As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, has praised Nigerians for their resilience and urged them to sustain their trust in the government of President Bola Tinubu Nigeria’s economy regaining strength under Tinubu — Lagos lawmaker Tribune Online

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44 h. ago Independence Day: Why I will still be a Nigerian in my next life – DJ Cuppy

Famous Nigerian disc jockey Florence Otedola, often known as DJ Cuppy, has declared that she would still like to remain Nigerian in her next life. The disc jockey made the comment on Wednesday, as the country celebrated its 65th anniversary of independence. In an Instagram post, Cuppy complimented Nigerians’ tenacity and spirit. While applauding Nigerians’ […] The post Independence Day: Why I will still be a Nigerian in my next life – DJ Cuppy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Address Insurgency, Banditry Urgently, Accord Tells Government

As Nigeria celebrates 65 years of independence, Accord has urged the government and the military to intensify effort in the fight against terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and other forms of violence that threaten the country’s progress. The party stated this in its congratulatory message to Nigerians on the Independence Day celebration, while urging them to reflect […]

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48 h. ago Mbah urges optimism, unity, says end’ll vindicate Tinubu’s economic policies

Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has urged Nigerians to be optimistic and united in the face of present challenges, assuring that the economic policies of the President Bola Tinubu administration and citizens’ huge sacrifices would ultimately pay off if the nation stayed the course. Mbah said while the anniversary might understandably be low-key, it […] The post Mbah urges optimism, unity, says end’ll vindicate Tinubu’s economic policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Nigeria @ 65: NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja As Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has demanded that urgent action be taken by the federal and state governments to address the rising cases of insecurity across the country. Chairman, NUJ FCT Council, Grace Ike, in an independence day statement on Wednesday, […] The post Nigeria @ 65: NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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