Tag: 62nd Independence
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Freedom at Independence – By Abdu Rafiu
The commemoration of Nigeria’s independence when the Union Jack was lowered took place two Fridays ago. The only opportunity to cling glasses in this column was last week but for my attention that was drawn to the unspeakable suffering of commuters on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and that of communities abutting it.
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7 quick wins for national prosperity post 62nd Independence Anniversary – By Alim Abubakre
Nigeria is the 6th most populous country in the world. It is richly endowed with several mineral resources, including oil, Nigeria has a great potential that, if utilized, can propel it to great heights of success. However, 62 years after independence, the country, like a vehicle on a hilly road, is struggling to climb. Indeed,…
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TRENDING: Buhari, Aisha’s Independence Day photo goes viral
An ‘anniversary picture’ of President Muhammadu Buhari and his wife, Aisha, has continued to attract attention and comments on the social media space as the week under review witnessed Nigeria’s colourful 62nd Independence Day Anniversary parades.
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Independence: Nigerians set New York aglow with parade, carnival [PHOTOS]
Nigerians from all walks of life on Saturday set New York City aglow and painted the city with green-white-green insignia.
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Prayer for Nigeria at 62 – By Femi Aribisala
Arugbo ojo. (Ancient of Days). Alewilese (He who speaks and acts). Alese lewi (He who acts and speaks). Awimayehun (He who cannot be contradicted). Adanimagbagbe (The Creator who never forgets His creation). Oyigiyigi (Great and Mighty God). Alagbada Ina (The God covered with fire).
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How Nigeria marked its 62nd Independence Day anniversary
The Eagle Square, Abuja, venue of the independence celebration of Nigeria at 62, was a beehive of celebrations amidst pomp and pageantry on Saturday.
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What President Buhari said in his 62nd Independence Day message to Nigerians
I address you today, with a deep sense of gratitude to God and a high level of appreciation to all Nigerians whose tremendous goodwill gave me the opportunity to provide leadership for our great country at one of the trying times in her history.
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Independence Day message: Nigeria shall rise again – Atiku
Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has congratulated Nigerians on the celebration of the country’s 62nd Independence Day anniversary, assuring that the nation will rise again.
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Aisha Buhari begs for forgiveness over hardship in Nigeria
First Lady, Dr. Aisha Muhammadu Buhari has apologised to Nigerians over the hardship in the country. She spoke today during the 62nd Independence Day Special Juma’at prayer and Public Lecture themed Shura: The Islamic Foundation of True Democracy at the National Mosque Conference Hall, Abuja.
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Washington DC proclaims October 1 Nigerian American Day
The City of Washington DC, United States, has proclaimed October 1 as Nigerian American Day in celebration of Nigeria’s 62nd Independence Day anniversary.