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Nigeria @63rd Independence Anniversary : Federal Government Declares Low-Key Celebration With No World Leaders Invited
Nigeria @63rd Independence Anniversary : Federal Government Declares Low-Key Celebration With No World Leaders Invited....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
On Monday, the Federal Government revealed that it has refrained from inviting any world leaders to participate in the upcoming 63rd anniversary of Nigeria’s independence, scheduled for October 1. This decision aligns with the government’s preference for a modest celebration.
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George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, disclosed this during a press conference held in Abuja. He emphasized that the choice of a low-key celebration was not indicative of the country’s performance but rather a response to challenging economic times. Akume stated, “Low-keyed celebration has nothing to do with whether we’re not doing well. Economic times are hard, we are looking at it not just at the national level but also as a family. We have not invited world leaders.”
He elaborated on the importance of maintaining national interest, emphasizing the commitment to unity and prosperity despite Nigeria’s diversity. The theme of the anniversary is “Nigeria @ 63, Renewed Hope for Unity & Prosperity.”
Akume noted the significance of the celebration, highlighting Nigeria’s unbroken democratic record since 1999 and the successful transitions of power between governments. He acknowledged the economic challenges faced by Nigerians, such as the removal of the fuel subsidy and global economic downturn, and assured that the government was working on providing palliatives and addressing workers’ concerns.
The event’s schedule includes an anniversary symposium and public lecture, a lecture at the National Mosque, Juma’at Prayer at the National Mosque, a military parade, a multi-denominational church service, and a presidential broadcast.
Akume called upon media professionals and patriots to support the administration’s efforts and collaborate in building a better Nigeria. He urged them to publicize the activities planned for Nigeria’s 63rd Independence anniversary.
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partnering with investors to drive development and generate employment opportunities across the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The governor made the statement at the Government House in Umuahia during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of the Aba Commercial Smart City, a project expected to create about 125,000 jobs.
Represented by his Chief of Staff, Caleb Ajagba, Otti said the project would transform Aba and the wider Abia State into a major industrial hub, fostering sustainable economic growth and large-scale job creation upon completion.
He emphasized that his administration prioritises the creation of quality employment over handouts, noting that meaningful jobs remain the most effective way to empower youths and citizens.
The governor also called for sustained public-private sector collaboration in the state’s development, citing the recent achievement of 90 days of uninterrupted power supply in Aba as a product of effective partnership between the government and private investors.
Speaking on the project, the Manager of Technical Services for Aba Commercial Smart City, Mr. David Okoro, disclosed that the development would occupy 140 hectares of land in Osisioma and generate 25,000 direct jobs and 100,000 indirect jobs for residents of Abia State.
Ten inmates of the Old Abeokuta Custodial Centre in Ibara, Ogun State, have secured free admission into Yewa Central College of Education to study various academic programmes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The beneficiaries, made up of seven males and three females, were admitted into courses including English Language/Social Studies, Economics/Social Studies, Political Science/Social Studies, Business Education, Physical and Health Education, Economics/Political Science, and Economics/Computer Science.
Speaking at a matriculation ceremony held within the correctional facility on Friday, the Provost of the College, Dr. Mary Bamgbose, formally welcomed the inmates into the 2025/2026 academic session and urged them to maintain good conduct.
She described the inmates as reformed and expressed confidence that they could become positive representatives of the institution after regaining their freedom.
“Today, 10 inmates who have been corrected and reformed are being matriculated into Yewa Central College of Education. As you begin this journey on February 6, 2026, I urge you to conduct yourselves properly,” Bamgbose said.
“As God is showing you mercy through this opportunity, I believe you can one day serve as good ambassadors of our college outside this system,” she added.
Speaking on behalf of the new students, Peter Adike expressed gratitude and pledged that, despite their incarceration, they are determined to make the opportunity count.
However, he noted that they still face challenges accessing essential learning resources such as teachers, textbooks, and classroom furniture.
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reflected on the lasting legacy of former Nigerian Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, describing his leadership as a moral benchmark for public service, fifty years after his death.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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