12 h. ago ‘Soyinka Still Inspires At 91’, Tinubu Hails Nobel Laureate On Birthday Anniversary

President Bola Tinubu has extended his good wishes to Professor Wole Soyinka, the globally renowned literary icon and Nobel Laureate, as he celebrates his birthday anniversary on Sunday. Professor Soyinka, a well-decorated literary giant, activist, cultural icon, and public intellectual who turns 91, is known for his extraordinary creative and artistic talent, evident in his […]

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16 h. ago ‘Source of inspiration,’ Tinubu celebates Wole Soyinka at 91

Tribune Online ‘Source of inspiration,’ Tinubu celebates Wole Soyinka at 91 Professor Soyinka is an uncommon patriot who has continued to demonstrate his undying love for our country ‘Source of inspiration,’ Tinubu celebates Wole Soyinka at 91 Tribune Online

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65 h. ago ‘Eni Ogun’ Cast Begins Final Preparations For Musical Premiere In Lagos

The cast, and the director of ‘Eni Ogun’ (The Noble Warrior), Segun Adefila are putting finishing touches to the black Africa stage musical to be held in honour of Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, from July 11-13, at the Glover Memorial Hall, Lagos. Beyond a mere tribute to the African literary giant, the musical written […]

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7 d. ago Tinubu to military: You have my full authority to crush terrorists, bandits, separatists

By Noah Ebije, Kaduna President Bola Tinubu has handed the Nigerian Army and other security agencies a clear marching order to go after terrorists, bandits, insurgents, and separatists threatening the nation’s peace and unity without fear or hesitation. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the grand finale of the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration […] The post Tinubu to military: You have my full authority to crush terrorists, bandits, separatists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago IPADA celebrations 2025: Tinubu to host envoys, UN tourism reps, others July 30

Tribune Online IPADA celebrations 2025: Tinubu to host envoys, UN tourism reps, others July 30 "No country can develop without its..." IPADA celebrations 2025: Tinubu to host envoys, UN tourism reps, others July 30 Tribune Online

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1 week ago Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC

From Abel Leonard, Lafia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Nasarawa State, which was intended to celebrate infrastructural milestones, has instead opened a new chapter in the state’s political narrative, Daily Sun’s investigation reveals. A remark made by the president during his address—that he would support any gubernatorial candidate endorsed by Governor Abdullahi Sule—has […] The post Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago I’m Impressed With Ongoing Infrastructural Transformation In FCT — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has said his administration was proud of the ongoing transformation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to pump life into its economy and foster social wellbeing. Tinubu stated this in Abuja on Wednesday while inaugurating the newly constructed Interchange that linked Wole Soyinka Way (Arterial Road N20) to Murtala Mohammed Expressway. The […]

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2 w. ago “You’ve Built Vast Comedy Ecosystem That Now Contributes To Nigeria’s GDP” — Tinubu Celebrates Ali Baba At 60

President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the birthday of legendary comedian Ali Baba, whose birth name is Atunyota Akpobome. Ali Baba marked his 60th birthday on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. In a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, the president’s special adviser on information and strategy, Tinubu referred to Ali Baba as a “trailblazer who revolutionised Nigeria’s […] The post “You’ve Built Vast Comedy Ecosystem That Now Contributes To Nigeria’s GDP” — Tinubu Celebrates Ali Baba At 60 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu tasks media on unity, ethical journalism as NUJ celebrates 70 years

Tribune Online Tinubu tasks media on unity, ethical journalism as NUJ celebrates 70 years President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasised the pivotal role of the Nigerian media in fostering national unity, strengthening democracy, and shaping the country’s future... Tinubu tasks media on unity, ethical journalism as NUJ celebrates 70 years Tribune Online

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3 w. ago WSICE 2025 to explore youth leadership, postcolonial artistic expressions across two continents

The Wole Soyinka International Cultural Exchange (WSICE) returns for its 16th edition this July, continuing its legacy as a vital read more WSICE 2025 to explore youth leadership, postcolonial artistic expressions across two continents

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3 w. ago Tinubu charges Abuja residents to own, use, protect, celebrate new arterial road N5

As Wike says FCT tax system is to pressure for devt, not to embarrass taxpayers From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu at the commissioning of the newly completed arterial road N5, stretching from Life Camp Junction to Ring Road III (RR3) in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has urged residents to own […] The post Tinubu charges Abuja residents to own, use, protect, celebrate new arterial road N5 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to urban devt, improved quality of life

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to urban development and improving the quality of life of residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He stated this while inaugurating the newly constructed Collector Road CN2 (Zakari A. Kyari Street) and other roads, in Abuja on Thursday, to celebrate his second […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to urban devt, improved quality of life appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Benue: Tinubu’s visit turned to campaign, lacks empathy — Obi

Tribune Online Benue: Tinubu’s visit turned to campaign, lacks empathy — Obi "The President arrived not in mourning cloth but in celebratory agbada attire, like it was an occasion for joy" Benue: Tinubu’s visit turned to campaign, lacks empathy — Obi Tribune Online

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3 w. ago I Had No Idea ‘With You’ Came From My Song Until Davido Called — Bright Chimezie

Veteran Nigerian musician Bright Chimezie has expressed delight over Afrobeats star Davido acknowledging him as a source of inspiration. It will be recalled that Davido revealed the legendary song ‘Because Of English’ by Bright Chimezie inspired his hit track With You featuring Omah Lay. Speaking with Hip TV in a clip shared on X Tuesday, […] The post I Had No Idea ‘With You’ Came From My Song Until Davido Called — Bright Chimezie appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Benue killings force Arewa Think Tank to postpone event on Tinubu in Makurdi 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A notable Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has postponed an event scheduled to mark and celebrate President Bola Tinubu’s achievements in two years of office.  The event, according to a statement by the Convener of ATT, Muhammad Alhaji Yakubu, was to hold in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, but was […] The post Benue killings force Arewa Think Tank to postpone event on Tinubu in Makurdi  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago WSICE 2025 kicks off with call for participation in WS@91 essay competition, youth talent showcase

The Wole Soyinka International Cultural Exchange (WSICE) is pleased to announce the commencement of activities for its 2025 edition, marking read more WSICE 2025 kicks off with call for participation in WS@91 essay competition, youth talent showcase

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4 w. ago Investigate Deaths Of Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, Bola Ige – Soyinka Tells Tinubu

Nobel Laureate, Professor. Wole Soyinka, has charged President Bola Tinubu to commence an immediate investigation into the deaths of key figures associated with the June 12 pro-democracy struggle. He said that this included Dele Giwa, Bola Ige, and Kudirat Abiola. Prof. Soyinka led this out on Saturday during a reflective fireside conversation with selected journalists […] The post Investigate Deaths Of Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, Bola Ige – Soyinka Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Soyinka urges Tinubu to probe unsolved killings of Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, Bola Ige

The Sun Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has called on President Bola Tinubu to launch an immediate investigation into the unresolved murders of prominent Nigerians, including Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, and Bola Ige, to bring closure to these long-standing cases. Speaking to journalists in Lagos on Saturday, June 14, 2025, during an event themed “June […] The post Soyinka urges Tinubu to probe unsolved killings of Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, Bola Ige appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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