Tag: #NationalUnity
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NYSC URGES CORPS MEMBERS TO PROMOTE UNITY THROUGH CULTURAL DIVERSITY
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Niger State has urged corps members to embrace Nigeria’s cultural diversity and promote national unity throughout their service year and beyond. The NYSC Coordinator in Niger, Mrs Martina Shuaibu-Ibrahim, made the call at the 2026 Batch B Stream II Cultural Carnival at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in…
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EID-EL-MAULUD: SHETTIMA URGES NIGERIANS TO PROMOTE UNITY, TOLERANCE
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to strengthen the bonds of unity, reject hatred and intolerance, and extend support to vulnerable members of society. Shettima made the call on Tuesday in his Eid-el-Maulud message to the Muslim community and Nigerians, as they commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Vice President described Nigeria’s…
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EID-UL-MAWLID: FG DECLARES TUESDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday a public holiday to allow Muslim faithful across Nigeria to celebrate Eid-ul-Mawlid, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday in a statement issued by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, on Friday in Abuja. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims in Nigeria…
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STAKEHOLDERS RAISE CONCERN OVER LOW MILITARY ENLISTMENT AMONG SOUTH-EAST YOUTHS
Concern is growing over the continued low enlistment of youths from Nigeria’s South-East into the Nigerian Army, with stakeholders calling for greater awareness and confidence-building measures to reverse the trend. The renewed appeal followed comments by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, during the passing-out parade of the 99 Regular Recruit Intake at…
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REP AGBESE URGES TINUBU TO SUSPEND PROPOSED NYSC REFORMS
Rep. Philip Agbese has called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend the proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), urging the Federal Government to subject the plans to a broader review involving key stakeholders before implementation. The lawmaker, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency and serves as Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives,…
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PRESIDENCY DENIES REPORT ON PLAN TO RENAME NIGERIA, SCRAP SHARIA LAW
The Presidency has dismissed a viral report claiming that President Bola Tinubu plans to rename Nigeria and abolish Sharia Law in northern states. In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga described the report as false and misleading, saying it is aimed at creating tension and confusion in the country. He also denied claims about a…
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MACBAN CONDEMNS JOS BLOODBATH, URGES PEACE AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Over 30 lives lost in Jos—MACBAN calls for an end to violence and accountability for perpetrators. The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has strongly condemned the killing of over 30 citizens in Jos, Plateau State. President Baba Othman-Ngelzarma described the tragedy as a painful reminder of the ongoing cycle of violence in…
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MINISTER TO CELEBRATE TINUBU’S 74TH BIRTHDAY WITH IDPs IN ABUJA
Instead of a typical birthday celebration, Nigeria’s Humanitarian Affairs Minister is turning President Bola Tinubu’s 74th birthday into a day of solidarity with displaced families. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, says this year’s celebration for President Bola Tinubu will be marked with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Abuja on…
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TINUBU VOWS TO DEFEAT TERRORISTS, BOOST ECONOMY
Abuja – President Bola Tinubu on Monday assured Nigerians that the country will defeat terrorists and protect its unity and sovereignty. Speaking at an interfaith breaking of fast at the Presidential Villa, Tinubu praised religious and traditional leaders for promoting peace and moral guidance. “Yes, terrorists are desperate, but Nigeria will never surrender. We are…
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TINUBU: LENT, RAMADAN SAME-DAY START SHOWS NIGERIANS ARE UNITED
President Bola Tinubu says the rare overlap of Lent and Ramadan this year is a powerful reminder that Nigerians share common values of faith, sacrifice, and unity. President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to embrace peace and unity as Christians and Muslims begin Lent and Ramadan on the same day — an uncommon spiritual…
