Independence Day Nigeria

This was the submission of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday at the “Nigeria at 62 Independence Day Anniversary Public Lecture” held at the ...

But the elite must be prepared to make the sacrifices for the benefit of everyone.” It is usually the story of how the society’s elite – its best educated, its political, religious class, influence, direct and lead their societies to progress. Oladapo Afolabi who spoke on the topic, Elites and National Unity.

The Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has congratulated Nigerians on the celebration of its 62nd Independence.

Atiku called on all people of faith across the country not to relent in their prayers to God to keep Nigeria as a country of peace and prosperity. He, however, assured that as one people and under the canopy of one country sharing in one future, Nigeria will surmount her challenges and enthrone a nation of dreams. Atiku said the celebration is another opportunity to reawaken Nigerians’ consciousness towards the consolidation of unity amongst the diverse people of the country.

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc, has congratulated all Nigerians on 62 years anniversary of our existence as an Independent nation ...

“Our payment centres are also open during the holiday from 9 am-3 pm to attend to customers” He added. Achife who urged Nigerians to continue to strive for the development of the Country said one of the catalysts that drives the growth and development of any economy is electricity. He explained that IBEDC has put stringent measures in place to ensure good service delivery during the holiday.

The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) has used the occasion of the commemoration of Nigeria's 62nd Independence Day to wish its customers ...

Ezeh assured customers of the company’s preparedness to attend to faults that may occur during the holiday period as operational teams will be on ground across the District Offices, for this purpose. The Head, Corporate Communications, EEDC, Mr. The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) has used the occasion of the commemoration of Nigeria’s 62nd Independence Day to wish its customers and the entire Nigerians a happy celebration, assuring them of quality service and support during the public holiday period.

Some government officials have been selected by the Federal Government of Nigeria to coordinate activities for the 62nd Nigeria's Independence Day ...

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A woman selling Nigerian flags. A woman selling Nigerian flags in preparation for Nigeria's independence anniversary in Lagos on September 30, 2020. Photo by ...

[in 1960, Nigeria was richer than China](https://medium.com/@david.himbara_27884/in-1960-china-was-poorer-than-most-african-countries-but-here-is-china-bankrolling-africa-b7b0b10f41ba). Twenty years ago, Nigeria was predicted to be similar to one of the Asian Tigers (South Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan). One contender withdrew because, [he said](https://thenationonlineng.net/updated-why-i-quit-pdp-presidential-race-by-hayatu-deen/), the process was “obscenely monetised”. And, despite the [EndSARS protests](https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2021/10/20/what-led-to-endsars-protests/) against police brutality in 2020, not much has changed in terms of their behaviour. Nobody dares challenge them: in one instance a [journalist was arrested](https://saharareporters.com/2021/10/11/breaking-ebonyi-governor-umahi-orders-arrest-journalist-over-facebook-posts-about) for statements a governor considered uncomplimentary. There are other things that a nation that wants to move forward should do; quality education is one of them. In my opinion, politics has overtaken anti-corruption – that is why ministers who have fraud cases at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission are still in office. [The Nigerian president is about the most powerful president in Africa](https://za.opera.news/za/en/politics/829f9dd5586062ecfdf683cff27cca43). These are the federal, state and local governments. Despite the launching of some anti-corruption agencies, there is still large scale corruption. We appear, for now, to have overcome democratic regression – unlike other countries in West Africa and other parts of Africa where you have one-man rule, coup d’etats and so on. As the country celebrates its political journey in the last 62 years, political scientist Ayo Olukotun takes a look at the nation’s political development, gains and challenges.

On October 1, 2022, it would be 62 years since Nigeria gained its independence from the British empire, and it became a self-sovereign nation; Nigeria, ...

Notwithstanding, Petroleum is still the country's most exported commodity. 58 years ago, Nigeria gained independence from the colonial government and finally became a free state. The Nigerian movie is one of the most famous worldwide and fastest-growing industries. The world's 3rd oldest boat on record can be found in Nigeria. The oldest form of society in the West African region with verifiable details was first seen in Nigeria. It employs at least seventy per cent of the total population. It said that the Nok people existed between 1500BC and 500 AD. The country is the sixth most populous nation, ranking higher than Russia and Mexico. It is on record in this town that there are about 50 sets of twins for every 1000 birth. It is estimated that the country's population will reach nearly 400m by 2050. Nollywood was recently valued to be worth a whopping $5.1bn and generates close to $600m yearly, according to a report by Businessday. With a population of over 218m, Nigeria is the most populous black nation in the

As part of activities commemorating the 62nd Independence Anniversary of the country, President Muhammadu Buhari will address the nation on Saturday,

DAILY POST reports that October 1, 2022, will be Buhari’s last Independence Anniversary address to Nigeria as President of the country. As part of activities commemorating the 62nd Independence Anniversary of the country, President Muhammadu Buhari will address the nation on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 7 am. Buhari will eventually complete his tenure as Nigeria’s President for the last eight years in 2023.

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), will at 7 am on Saturday, address the nation as part of activities commemorating Nigeria's 62nd ...

President Muhammadu Buhari will, on Saturday, address the country through a nationwide broadcast. Femi Adesina, special adviser to the president on media ...

“As part of activities commemorating the 62nd Independence Anniversary of the country, President Muhammadu Buhari will address the nation on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 7 am,” the statement reads. Buhari’s address on Saturday will be his last Independence Day speech as president, as he will end his tenure in May 2023 as the constitution provides. Independence Day: Buhari to address the nation on Saturday

On October 1, 2022, it would be 62 years since Nigeria gained its independence from the British empire, and it became a self-sovereign nation; Nigeria, ...

Notwithstanding, Petroleum is still the country's most exported commodity. 58 years ago, Nigeria gained independence from the colonial government and finally became a free state. The Nigerian movie is one of the most famous worldwide and fastest-growing industries. The world's 3rd oldest boat on record can be found in Nigeria. The oldest form of society in the West African region with verifiable details was first seen in Nigeria. It employs at least seventy per cent of the total population. It said that the Nok people existed between 1500BC and 500 AD. The country is the sixth most populous nation, ranking higher than Russia and Mexico. It is on record in this town that there are about 50 sets of twins for every 1000 birth. It is estimated that the country's population will reach nearly 400m by 2050. Nollywood was recently valued to be worth a whopping $5.1bn and generates close to $600m yearly, according to a report by Businessday. With a population of over 218m, Nigeria is the most populous black nation in the

Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari will on Saturday morning address the nation as part of activities marking the 62nd Independence anniversary of Nigeria.