Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation’s Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous, and united Nigeria that will lead Africa and be the beacon of light to the rest of the world. Our founding heroes and heroines—Herbert Macaulay, Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe, Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Sir Ahmadu Bello, Margaret Ekpo, Anthony Enahoro, Ladoke Akintola, Michael…
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President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, 30 September, 2025, in Owerri, Imo State, blasted those peddling allegations of religious genocide in the country, saying no religion is under siege. He said the allegations were unfounded and misleading, as citizens focus more on harmony and shared prosperity. The President noted that Nigerians, after 65 years of Independence, had grown to appreciate religious and cultural differences and explore the advantages of diversity in terms of educational, economic, and other productive gains. President Tinubu allayed fears of religious intolerance in the country at the unveiling of a book on the 10 years of the…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced that the Abuja–Kaduna corridor will resume operations on Wednesday, 1 October, 2025 reports thegazellenews.com According to a statement by the NRC’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, the commercial service will recommence following the successful completion of all required safety, technical, and operational checks. “This step underscores the Corporation’s commitment to ensuring smooth, reliable, and secure train services for the traveling public,” the statement said. On passengers’ welfare update the Abuja–Kaduna Service corridor, NRC stated that, “in line with our priority on passenger welfare after the August 26, 2025 incident, out of the…
Governor Dapo Abiodun on Sunday said that the dreams of the founding fathers of Nigeria, where no man is oppressed, where opportunities abound for all, and where the wealth of the land is shared equitably, are realizable if Nigerians continue to hold fast to patriotism, integrity, service, and shared responsibility. The Governor also noted that with the country celebrating her 65 years of Independence Anniversary, Nigerians should remember that the true measure of freedom lies in how it is used to serve, to build, and to bless others. The Governor stated this during the Interdenominational Church Service to mark the…
The Ogun State Government has condemned as reckless and misleading the comments made by the Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Gbenga Daniel, against Governor Dapo Abiodun over the ongoing 260-meter rehabilitation of Paddy Arikawe Oye-Igbimo Road in Sagamu. The government said rather than stirring controversy and seeking cheap popularity, Daniel should learn to respect due process, which he has persistently ignored. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, the government accused the former governor of Ogun State of deliberately distorting facts, inciting the public with false claims, and using pliant…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Lagos on Friday, 26 September, 2025 on a working visit to the former seat of government as Nigeria prepares for a low-key 65th Independence Anniversary. The President moved to Lagos after attending the coronation of His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, in the ancient city of Ibadan in Oyo State. While in Lagos, President Tinubu would meet with players in Nigeria’s private sector and senior government officials. He will visit Imo on Tuesday, 30 September, 2025 to commission projects done by Governor Hope Uzodimma. As part of the Independence anniversary,…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has taken notice of a malicious publication by an online news medium, Sahara Reporters, aimed at tarnishing the reputation of the Commission and its Management. In a report published on Thursday, September 25, 2025, the online newspaper published false, misleading, and unverified information under the title: “NDDC Projects Drag In Niger-Delta As Tinubu Government Fails To Publish Commission’s Audit Report.” The false report claimed, among other things, that the NDDC spent ₦5 billion of public funds to finance the 50th birthday celebration of its Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku. Obviously, the aim is to…
The Nigeria Police Force, through the Intelligence Response Team (IRT), has successfully rescued one Kacou Alleby, male, aged 38, an Ivorian national, following a distress request received from the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja on behalf of authorities in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The victim was reportedly kidnapped and held hostage on Friday, 12 September, 2025. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., immediately issued directives to IRT operatives who then promptly launched a coordinated operation to rescue the foreign national. After intelligence gathering, the location of the suspects was found in Matogun area of Ogun State. In the…
Excitement is in the air as Value Jet airlines is scheduled to begin two flights per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Gateway International Airport (GWI), Ogun State, beginning from Thursday, 7 October, 2025. This follows the green light given to the state-of-the-art airport by regulatory agencies. According to the flight schedule, every Tuesday and Thursday, the airline will operate the GWI-Abuja route, departing GWI at 8.30 am and arriving Abuja at 9.45. In the return flight, Value Jet will depart the Nnamdi Azikiwe International, Abuja at 4 pm and arrive GWI at 5:15 pm A statement released by…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has stated that the creative industry is no longer a side attraction, but a global economic powerhouse. This, he said, informed the commitment of his administration to build an enabling environment where talent is nurtured. Governor stated this while declaring open the Creative Youths Experience, with the theme “Framing the Future Bootcamp,” held at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Abeokuta, on Saturday. He noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policies on youth development have continued to open doors of opportunity across varying sectors of the Nigerian economy, particularly in the creative industry, saying it…