Tag: #NationalPride
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I REJECTED FOUR COUNTRIES TO STAY WITH NIGERIA — OLYMPIC LEGEND MARY ONYALI
Despite better offers and treatment abroad, Nigeria’s sprint icon Mary Onyali says loyalty to her country came first—even when four nations tried to lure her away. Five-time Olympian Mary Onyali-Omagbemi has revealed that she turned down offers from four different countries during her illustrious athletics career, choosing instead to remain loyal to Nigeria. The Atlanta…
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FCT NOA URGES CITIZENS TO HONOUR AUTHENTIC NIGERIAN FLAG AHEAD OF 65TH INDEPENDENCE
Preserving the true national flag is key to unity and patriotism during Nigeria’s milestone celebration. Ahead of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the FCT Directorate of the National Orientation Agency (FCT-NOA) urged citizens to uphold the original Nigerian flag designed by Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi—three vertical stripes of green, white, and green with no symbols. FCT…
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FG DECLARES OCTOBER 1 A PUBLIC HOLIDAY FOR NIGERIA’S 65TH INDEPENDENCE
Nigerians celebrate unity and progress as the nation marks a historic milestone. The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as a public holiday to celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo urged citizens to uphold the patriotic spirit, unity, and resilience that have sustained Nigeria since 1960. He called…
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AIR PEACE ATTRIBUTES UK GOVT SUPPORT FOR LONDON HEATHROW AND GATWICK OPERATIONS
After seven years, Air Peace finally secures UK airport access, thanks to strong UK backing. Chairman Dr. Allen Onyema credits UK officials, especially British Deputy High Commissioner Jonny Baxter, for helping Air Peace start scheduled flights to London’s Heathrow and Gatwick. He urges Nigerians and government officials to support local airlines for economic growth and…
