Day: October 1, 2024

A STORY OF A NATION… OF BEAUTIFUL TAPESTRY OF POSITIVES AT 64 IN SPITE OF THE GLARING IMPERFECTIONS AND DISENCHANTMENT!!!

Emporium Reporters

On the 1st of October, 1960 la gb’ominira. Omo Naijira a nyo, aa ndupe, kominira maa se di nira fun wa. Nigeria President, Nnamdi, Dr Azikiwe ni won da lola. Tafawa Balewa, ni Prime Minister lo lagbara O. Opposition leader ni, Baba Awolowo mi Obafemi. Baba Oluwasegun lawyer, baba Oluwole, oselu baba ni lkenne O. 15th of January, 1966. Ijoba bo s’owo awon oloogun, Aguiyi-lronisi lo di olori wa tuntun. Ohun naa tun se iwo die to le se, Iku mu lronsi lo, General Yakubu tun d’Olori wa tuntun. Nigbati…

Celebrating a Milestone: The Ooni of Ife’s 50th Birthday

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Ile-Ife, Nigeria – October 17th– The Kingdom of Ife is delighted to announce the grand celebration of His Imperial Majesty, Arole Oodua Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, CFR as he marks his 50th birthday. This momentous occasion will be commemorated with a series of events that honor the life, achievements, and leadership of the Ooni, a distinguished traditional ruler whose influence and commitment to cultural preservation, peace, and development have left an indelible mark on the African continent and beyond.   Since his ascension to the…

Independence Anniversary Celebration: MURIC tasks Nigerians to beam searchlights on Governors

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As Nigerians celebrate the 64th anniversary of its independence, an Islamic human rights organization, Muslim Rights Concern MURIC,has tasked Nigerians to beam their searchlights on state governors in the country.   MURIC argued that this will ensure a level playing ground in the search for transparency, probity and accountability which will eventually lead to good governance.   This was contained in the independence message circulated to the media on Tuesday, 1st October, 2024 by the Founder and Executive Director of the human rights organization, Professor Ishaq Akintola.   The message…

FCT Police denies attack on protesters,says reports false and misleading

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The FCT Police Command denied reports making the rounds that policemen attacked protesters at Utako Market in Abuja earlier today, 1st October, 2024.   The command in a release signed by SP Josephine Adeh Police Public Relations Officer PPRO categorically debunk the narrative, tagged it completely false and misleading.   SP Adeh said; “Acting on intelligence, the operatives only took measures to forestall some miscreants who were taking advantage of the protest to loot shops in the market and as a result, extended focus to them. As a responsible agency,…

Hon Atus hails Nigeria @64, sues for Peace, Unity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Managing Director, Woskybet, Hon. Ismaila Yusuf Atus, on the momentous occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebration, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the nation and the good people of his constituency.   He said; “This day is a celebration of our unity, strength, and resilience as a nation. It is a time to reflect on our journey and renew our commitment to building a prosperous and sustainable future for all.   “It has been a hectic and challenging times since our Independence but we should remain resolute and…

ONDO GUBER POLL: Ondo Indigenes in FCT endorses Gov Ayedatiwa, to meet the Governor on Agenda for State, Others … Inaugurates Steering Commitee on Thursday

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The Federation of Ondo State Indigene in Abuja (FEDOSIA) has expressed its support for the incumbent governor, Lucky Orimisan Ayedatiwa, ahead of the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State, as the body warm up to receive their governor in the Federal Capital Territory in days ahead. In line with the declaration, the Federation of Ondo indigenes, who are residents of the FCT and environs, has established a seven-member Steering Committee tasked with overseeing the federation’s activities for a term yet disclosed.   FEDOSIA was formed to advocate for the…

NIGERIA AT 64 : APC felicitates Nigerians, says vibrant future beckons

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressives Congress (APC)has celebrated with Nigerians on the auspicious occasion of our nation’s 64th Independence anniversary. The party paid tribute to Nigeria’s founding fathers whose courage, doggedness, sacrifices and patriotism earned for Nigerians an independent nation that has endured 64 years, and marching on. “May their labour continue to be vindicated by the peace, unity and progress of our nation and people. “We applaud all Nigerians for their innate vitality and resilient sojourn towards a more peaceful, united and prosperous nation. Without question, the journey has not been…

Nigeria@64 Amidst Desolation By Abba Dukawa

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As the nation celebrates its statehood still our leaders take citizens for granted because of citizens’failures to make concerted effort in ensuring that the right must be done. We can either celebrate or sober reflections on major problems bedeviled us as a people and nation It critical look at the role of followership It must be reiterated that every Nigerian is a major stakeholder and therefore owes it a duty to salvage Nigeria from the quagmire of poor leadership.   The success or otherwise of leadership will not be in…

Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary: Verily, With Every Hardship There’s A Relief! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy   Praise be to Allah; we praise Him and seek His help and forgiveness. We seek refuge with Allah from the evil of our own selves and from our evil deeds. Whomsoever Allah guides cannot be led astray, and whomsoever He leaves astray cannot be guided. I bear witness that there is no god except Allah alone, with no partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger.   Daer brothers and sisters! Today, Tuesday,…

Independence Day: SSAP-SDGs Highlights Nigeria’s Commitment to Sustainable Development

Abubakar Yusuf

As Nigeria marked its 64th Independence Anniversary, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to the global development agenda, emphasizing the crucial role of sustainable development in Nigeria’s progress.   In a statement signed by her Media Adviser, Desmond Utomwen, the Presidential Aide stressed that Nigeria’s journey over the past decades reflects resilience, growth, and a collective determination to uplift the nation through inclusive development. She highlighted the importance of the Sustainable Development Goals in addressing pressing challenges…