Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to use the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary as a time for honest reflection, saying the nation is facing worsening poverty, hunger, insecurity and unemployment despite its enormous human and natural resources. In his Independence Day message released...
By OFFOR CALLISTUS, Abuja
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has questioned President Bola Tinubu’s claims that Nigeria is making economic progress, saying many Nigerians are yet to feel any real improvement in their daily lives. In his message to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary on Thursday,...
Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has said that borrowing by a government should not automatically be seen as a sign of failure, insisting that what matters is whether such loans are lawful, transparent and used for projects that benefit the people. The governor made the remarks on Thursday...
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, on Thursday, visited Umaru Shehu Hospital in Maiduguri as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day Celebration, saying hypertension and diabetes cause most kidney failure cases in the state. The Governor, who used the visit to interact with patients and health...
Portugal forward Rafael Leão has been handed Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic No. 7 shirt following the veteran striker’s departure from the national team camp. Portugal confirmed that Leão will wear the famous number for the team’s next two matches, marking a symbolic moment for the AC Milan forward as he...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has expressed sympathy with residents and families affected by the recent flooding in parts of Osun State, assuring them that his administration is taking further steps to reduce the impact of the disaster and protect lives and property. The governor said he understands the...
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has performed the ground breaking of the Ibom International Market located in Ikot Ekpene, a facility aimed at fast-tracking economic prosperity of the people. The event also marked the turning of sod for the construction of the Market, in Ikot Ekpene Local Government...
One of the most significant pillars of the Federal Government’s education reform agenda under the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, is the expansion of student financing through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). The initiative is aimed at ensuring that financial hardship no longer prevents qualified students from...
More than 20 civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kaduna State have suspended their planned October 1 peaceful protest, citing concerns that criminal elements could hijack the demonstration and trigger confrontation between protesters and security agencies. The groups, operating under the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), said the decision...
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on Nigerians to remain united, hopeful and committed to building a better country as the nation celebrates its 66th Independence Anniversary. Jonathan said the country’s history shows that Nigerians have always overcome difficult times through resilience and collective determination. He urged citizens not...
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara, has felicitated with the people of Borno State and Nigerians on the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary. In his Independence Day message, the Governor paid tribute to Nigeria’s founding fathers and other leaders who made sacrifices for the country’s unity, growth...
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary, praising their resilience and calling for greater unity as the nation continues its journey of growth and development. In an Independence Day message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh,...
As Nigeria commemorates its 66th Independence Anniversary, the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede has reiterated the need for accountable conduct and zero tolerance of corruption by every Nigerian in order to give values to the ongoing reforms of the government. He made...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is delivering unprecedented development in Abuja, with massive investments in roads, transportation, healthcare and education aimed at improving the lives of residents. In his message to residents to mark Nigeria’s 66th...
A new digital agriculture initiative aimed at improving food security, creating jobs and transforming farming through technology will be officially launched in Makurdi, Benue State, on October 30, 2026. The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Agric 360 Innovation, Mr. Roland Tyonongu, disclosed this in an interview with NATIONAL...
Swift Telephone Network Limited (STN), has announced the award of a Unified Access Service Licence (UASL) by the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, as it joins Nigeria’s fast growing telecoms industry. The milestone marks STN’s formal evolution from its early beginnings as a telephone call service operating under an umbrella...
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in collaboration with the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), will on October 1, 2026, roll out the Zero Rated Data Access to Approved Educational Platforms and Content Initiative. The programme supports the Commission’s mandate to promote modern, universal, efficient, reliable, affordable, and...
Former Governor of Bayelsa State and National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Henry Seriake Dickson, has called on Nigerians to remain committed to unity, democracy and good governance as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary. Dickson, in a message to Nigerians on Wednesday, said the anniversary...
Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, secured the final forfeiture of 431 mobile phones to the Federal Government. The mobile phones were linked to Chinese cyber-fraud operators who had previously been convicted by the court. Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the...
The Federal Government has called for sustained efforts to consolidate the reforms of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led administration and translate emerging economic stability into stronger growth, expanded opportunities and improved quality of life for Nigerians. The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this...