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As Nigeria marked its 65th Independence anniversary on Wednesday, governors across the federation, lawmakers, activists, and clerics reflected on the nation’s journey since 1960, urging citizens to remain united, resilient, and willing to make sacrifices for true nationhood. While acknowledging Nigeria’s democratic resilience and modest gains, the leaders stressed the need for collective resolve to tackle insecurity, corruption, and economic hardship. Governors preach hope, sacrifice Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, […]

Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, has asked for the help of the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, after the Federal Government froze his bank accounts. Igboho visited the monarch at his Bodija home in Ibadan on Monday, along with some of his supporters. The two held a private meeting that lasted about 40 minutes. According to a statement from Igboho’s media office on Wednesday, […]

The Federal Government has announced the official theme for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration as “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.” In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, explained that the theme highlights the importance of unity, teamwork, and patriotism among government bodies, the […]

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed concern over the hardships many Nigerians continue to face due to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal violence. CAN noted that these challenges have caused great suffering and displaced many families across the country. In a statement released by the President of CAN, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the association congratulated the nation on reaching the 65-year milestone […]

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called on the country’s leaders and citizens to face Nigeria’s growing security and governance problems with “conscience and courage.” In a statement titled “Nigeria at 65: A Call to Conscience and Courage,” MPAC expressed deep concern over the increasing violence and insecurity affecting many parts of the country. The group highlighted the ongoing attacks by bandits […]

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has granted amnesty to 36 inmates at the Ilesa and Ile-Ife Correctional Centres as part of activities to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. The announcement was made in a statement released on Wednesday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, in Osogbo. According to the statement, the Governor acted under Section 212 of the Nigerian Constitution, following advice from the State Advisory Council on Prerogative of […]

The recent tension in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector has come to an end after the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) reached an agreement with Dangote Refinery. As a result, PENGASSAN has suspended its two-day strike. The strike began after Dangote Refinery sacked some workers for joining the union. In response, PENGASSAN directed its members to stop the supply of gas and crude oil to […]

The Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has revealed that nearly 70% of funds disbursed at monthly Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meetings now come from taxes collected by the agency. This milestone reflects a significant boost in Nigeria’s fiscal health, driven by enhanced tax collection efforts. Speaking in an interview marking his two-year tenure, Dr. Adedeji emphasized that the increase in tax revenue has […]