Human rights activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, joined protesters at Ikeja underbridge area in Lagos on October 1st, at around 8:50 am earlier today, marking Nigeria’s Independence Day with a call for action on pushing national problems. The #October1Protest, arranged by civil society groups and activists, focused on demanding accountability from the government and addressing challenges such as economic hardship, corruption, and insecurity. Sowore, who is known for his outspoken…

Following the appreciation of the naira against the US dollar, the landing cost of petrol has dropped to N945.63/litre from the N981/litre recorded on September 25.This was disclosed in a report released by the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) on Monday.According to the report, the drop in the landing cost of petrol was a direct result of the appreciation of the Naira, as a dollar exchanged for N1,586.26…

As part of his Independence Day speech as Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Day anniversary, President Bola Tinubu has announced a 30-day National Youth Conference to address challenges confronting Nigerian youths. The President said the conference will be a platform to address the diverse challenges and opportunities confronting Nigerian youths who constitute more than 60 percent of the country’s population. This comes amid the youth-dominated nationwide protests tagged #FearlessInOctober against…

As the nation marks her 64th Independent Day, former President Goodluck Jonathan has called for national unity in tackling the challenges facing the country. in his Independent Day goodwill message, Jonathan appealed to Nigerians to remain optimistic and resilient, and never lose hope in the dream of building a great and prosperous nation, despite the challenges the country currently faces. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Ikechukwu Eze, the…

Ina strong and uplifting statement to mark Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, Reverend Chris Okotie, the Shepherd Superintendent of the Household of God Church in Lagos, assured Nigerians that the country is destined to overcome its present challenges. He emphasized that Nigeria holds a special place in God’s divine plan, describing the country as a “client nation” with a prophetic destiny. Okotie’s message, which was communicated through a statement signed by…

As the nation celebrates a memorable milestone, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces spoke to Nigerians in a thought-provoking broadcast on Tuesday morning.Here is the full text of his speech. Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for…

Today marks another opportunity to give Nigerians hope, as Nigeria marks her 64th birthday today, October 1st, 2024. The president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addressed the nation which was broadcast by radio and television channels at 7:00 am Mr. President Stated that his administration has embarked on very earnest economic growth, to stop ‘Business as usual’ and national spill. Furthermore, the president noted that…

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the Senate, has outlined key steps Nigeria must take to reclaim its potential as a truly independent and prosperous nation. In his Independence Day message titled ‘Nigeria @64: The Imperative for Economic Sovereignty and a National Social Safety Net’, Mr Nwoko emphasised the need for the country to lay solid foundations, build enduring institutions, and establish a vision that benefits both current and…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has granted clemency to 117 convicts currently serving prison sentences across the state. This development was disclosed through a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan. Governor Aiyedatiwa described the gesture as a profound act of compassion and justice, aimed at transforming the lives of those affected by the decision. He stressed that the move reflects the administration’s commitment to reform and…

On Monday, Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo inaugurated an independent investigative panel to probe allegations of corruption and severe violations of standard operating procedures within the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS). The New Daily Prime reported that social media influencer Martins ‘VeryDarkMan’ Otse leaked an audio recording in which controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, made damning allegations against the NCoS. In the recording, Bobrisky claimed that during his six-month…

More trouble seems to be coming the way of the embattled former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello as a civil society organization, the Centre for Social and Economic Rights (CSER) has given the Inspector General of Police (IGP) 14 days ultimatumto effect his arrest. The former governor is currently facing corruption and abuse of office charges and has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)…

Today marks the 64th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence, a moment to reflect on the journey of this great nation. From the vibrant celebrations on October 1st, 1960, when the green-white-green flag was hoisted for the first time, to the dynamic, diverse, and resilient country we are today, Nigeria’s story is one of perseverance, unity, and hope. Despite the challenges faced along the way—economic struggles, political turbulence, and social upheavals—Nigeria has…