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The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has released official guidelines on the correct rendition and recitation of Nigeria’s national anthem and pledge at public and official events across the country. In a public notice shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday, the agency urged Nigerians to “kindly take note of the correct protocol …

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on the President Bola Tinubu-led administration to ensure that Nigeria feels the gains of self-rule through programmes and policies that will lift the citizens out of poverty, hunger, and insecurity. The organisation made the call in a statement by its Media and Communication Officer, Robert …

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence anniversary, the Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics Ltd/Gte has warned that the nation’s economic recovery remains fragile, urging government at all levels to prioritise human capital development as the foundation for sustainable growth. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Dele Kelvin Oye, the Alliance noted that although …

Nigeria at 65: Debt, Poverty Threaten Gains of Reform, Expert Warns

 The Nigerian government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, a public holiday to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the announcement on behalf of the Bola Tinubu administration, congratulated Nigerians at home and in the diaspora on the milestone. He urged citizens to uphold the values of patriotism, unity, …

Interior Minister Makes Surprise Visit to Immigration Office, Orders Faster Service Delivery

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