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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9 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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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 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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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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23 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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24 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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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 ‘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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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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46 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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47 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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54 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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54 h. ago Alternative Bank donates waste bins to Wuse market to combat Nigeria’s 32 million tonnes of solid waste

The Alternative Bank, in partnership with the Sterling Sustainability Working Group, has donated plastic waste bins to Wuse Market, Abuja, read more Alternative Bank donates waste bins to Wuse market to combat Nigeria’s 32 million tonnes of solid waste

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54 h. ago Minister, Goronyo, seeks unity, resilience on Nigeria’s Independence Day

Tribune Online Minister, Goronyo, seeks unity, resilience on Nigeria’s Independence Day The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, has said Nigeria’s Independence Day is not only a tribute to the sacrifices of the nation’s founding fathers but also a reminder of the unity and resilience of its people. Goronyo stated this in his Independence Anniversary message on Wednesday in Abuja, where he also congratulated President […] Minister, Goronyo, seeks unity, resilience on Nigeria’s Independence Day Tribune Online

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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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56 h. ago Independence Day: Nigeria Has Failed To Optimise Its Resources — Rewane

Rewane blamed Nigeria’s four-year political cycle for weak infrastructure growth, saying it undermines long-term planning and capital project execution. The post Independence Day: Nigeria Has Failed To Optimise Its Resources — Rewane appeared first on Channels Television.

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56 h. ago Independence Day: Military Brought Us Where We Are Today — Clement Nwankwo

Clement Nwankwo, a lawyer, says every president since former President Olusegun Obasanjo in 1999 has operated using the machinery that was left behind by the military to continue to operate Nigeria as a unitary system. The post Independence Day: Military Brought Us Where We Are Today — Clement Nwankwo appeared first on Channels Television.

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58 h. ago Independence Day: Abiru salutes Nigerians’ resilience, steadfastness

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, has commended Nigerians for their resilience and steadfastness as the read more Independence Day: Abiru salutes Nigerians’ resilience, steadfastness

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