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Security forces winning battle against terrorism, crime, says Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration is making steady progress in tackling insecurity across the country, with the armed forces and security agencies recording victories against terrorism, banditry, and other violent crimes. Speaking on Wednesday in a nationwide broadcast to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, the President commended the sacrifices of security personnel,…
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65th independence day: Tinubu urges Nigerians to embrace spirit of productivity
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to embrace productivity, innovation, and enterprise as the foundation for national development. Speaking on Wednesday in a nationwide broadcast to mark the country’s 65th Independence anniversary, the President said his message to citizens is “hope and a call to action,” stressing that government reforms must be complemented by individual…
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Tinubu promises fairer tax system, relief for low-income earners at 65th Independence Anniversary
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that ongoing tax reforms are not designed to increase the burden on existing taxpayers but to expand the tax base and provide relief for low-income earners. He gave the assurance on Wednesday while delivering his nationwide address to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary. “The tax law is not about increasing…
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Nigeria has made tremendous progress in 65 years – Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria has recorded remarkable achievements in economic growth, social cohesion, and physical development since gaining independence in 1960. Speaking on Wednesday during his nationwide address to mark the country’s 65th Independence anniversary, the President noted that the nation’s journey has been shaped by both successes and challenges. “For decades, the promise…
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Nigeria @65: Akpabio urges patience, says Tinubu’s reforms already yielding positive results
The president of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday asked Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms. In his independence message, Akpabio said Nigeria is moving in the right direction as the reforms are yielding positive results. “My dear resilient and wonderful people of this great nation, I wish to heartily congratulate you for witnessing…
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Tinubu to address nation on 65th Independence Anniversary
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will deliver a nationwide broadcast on Wednesday, October 1, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration. According to a statement issued on Tuesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the broadcast will begin at 7 a.m. All television and radio stations across the country have been directed to join the…
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First Lady describes Nigeria as best ally for BRICS countries
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has described Nigeria as the best ally for BRICS nations, citing the country’s vast potential for global partnerships. She made the remark on Tuesday at the State House in Abuja while receiving a delegation from the Russian chapter of the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance, led by Chairperson Anna Nesterova.…
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Tinubu urges Nigerians to promote unity, stop negative talk
…says administration focused on agriculture and education By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to desist from speaking ill of the country, stressing the importance of unity and nation-building. Speaking on Tuesday in Owerri during his goodwill address at a book launch and project commissioning, the President said: “Those of you speaking negatively about Nigeria should…
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First Lady mourns slain Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu, who was killed in Abuja during a robbery attack. In a condolence message on Tuesday, the First Lady described Maduagwu as “one of the young and brilliant minds in the journalism profession” whose life was “cut short in her…
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Tinubu condemns killing of Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has condemned the killing of Arise News Television anchor, Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu, who was murdered during a robbery at her residence in Katampe, Abuja. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the President described the incident as “cruel and condemnable,” expressing deep sorrow over the loss of the young journalist, whom he described as…
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