Opinion

Nigeria@62: Happy Independence Day, Nigerians

By Web News 5120

I pledge to Nigeria my country, to be faithful, loyal and honest. To serve Nigeria will all my strength, to defend her unity, uphold her honour and glory, so help me God.

Nigerian Pledge

No matter where we are on the face of the planet, there’s really no place like home.

Nigeria remains our home, I know a lot of people have been saying all manner of negative things like, “What’s there to celebrate?”, “Are we truly independent?”, “There’s no hope for this country!”, “Nigeria is a scam! e.t.c.

I totally agree that Nigeria may not yet be where we desire, but let’s appreciate how far we have come, let’s continually play our part in pushing for the progress and unity of this great country.

Together we can truly bring about the positive transformation of our nation if we truly want to, let’s not be discouraged.

I know a lot of things are not going the way we went them but let’s not lose hope, let’s keep the faith in the glorious future of our dear country.

Let’s desist from all acts capable of causing retrogression and moves capable of bringing the image of the country into disrepute.

Nigeria will be great again.

We shall surely overcome all obstacles.

God bless Nigeria my country

Avoid corrupt practices and playing politics of bitterness, tribalism, and violence, especially as the general elections in 2023 move closer.

Let’s believe in Nigeria, let’s all work together for the advancement of our Motherland, and let’s build a nation and country future generations will thank us for.

God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

God bless us all.

God bless Nigeria

Nigeria, my beloved country,
Nigeria, home if heroes and heroines,
Nigeria, heart of Africa.
Nigeria, most powerful black nation,
Nigeria, promised land of the black race.

l shall ever make thee grow, yeah!
At childhood, youth,
Adolescence and adulthood,
I shall ever think of thee.
All my life, I shall make thee grow.

God bless Nigeria
The land full of milk and honey,
Destined with good nature
Blessed with good culture,
God bless my country.

A poem by @Rebe

Happy Independence Day Nigeria

Maxwell Oyekunle

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Politics

Always work towards national development – Gov. Makinde

By Web News 522

As Nigeria marks its 62nd independence anniversary, the Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has challenged Nigerians to rise above the tide of discord and collectively work towards raising the bar of development in every sphere so as to make the country and Oyo State great in all ramifications. 

He gave the charge while delivering a keynote address at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamansingba to commemorate the 62nd Independence Day celebration of Nigeria.

Governor Makinde represented by the Deputy Governor, Chief Bayo Lawal explained that the Independence Day celebration should afford Nigerians another opportunity to brace up and work together to ensure national rebirth.

Governor Makinde assured residents of Oyo State that his administration would continue to take steps to ensure the people have a meaningful life in various human endeavours.

A highlight of the celebration was the tug-of-war competition between the men of the Nigeria Army and the Police which the police won.

Scenes from the Oyo State 2022 Independence Day Celebration at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex

Cultural displays by the Oyo State Cultural Troupe, march past by students, voluntary youths organization, and paramilitary corps, amongst others, added glamour to the Independence Day celebration.

Top government functionaries and various security heads in Oyo State graced the Independence Day celebration.

Iyabo Adebisi

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Politics

Always work for national peace, unity and progress – Gov. Abiodun

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appealed to Nigerians to pray and give optimum support to the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration in its bid to take the country to the next level of economic development, security and stability.

In his independence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Kunle Somorin, Governor Abiodun urged Nigerians not to be discouraged by the socio-economic challenges facing the country, but hopeful for a better tomorrow.

He also charged Nigerians to draw their strength from the oneness of the country, and be optimistic that all the challenges confronting the nation were surmountable.

While commending Nigerians for their perseverance, Governor Abiodun called for their support as well as cooperation with the government at all levels, especially at this critical period in the country’s polity.

The governor who maintained that Nigerians must not give up on the country urged them to always demonstrate patriotism and work for unity, peace and progress of the nation.

Bolanle Adesida

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Politics

This isn’t the Nigeria our founding fathers worked towards – Olubadan

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As Nigeria marks her 62nd year of independence anniversary, the citizens have been called upon to retrace their steps from the seemingly unproductive paths that had over the years stagnated the country’s growth and development.

This call was made by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II in the congratulatory message to Nigerians on the occasion of the Independence Day anniversary made available to journalists by his Personal Assistant (Media), Oladele Ogunsola on Saturday.

The monarch, who lamented that the hopes and aspirations of young Nigerians among whom he was then when Nigeria got her independence in 1960 were a far cry from what is presently manifesting, said the leaders owe it a duty to redirect and reshape the affairs of the country towards rekindling those hopes and aspirations.

According to him, “this is not the country we were looking forward to when we got our independence in 1960 and certainly, this is not the kind of country our founding fathers worked towards. The question to ask ourselves is where did we get it wrong and how did we find ourselves where we are now?”

“By answering these questions sincerely, we must be able to retrace our steps and chart a new path that would lead to the country of our dream. There must be concerted efforts to instil hope and confidence in the present and coming generations. A situation where travelling abroad to permanently live there is now the desire of both old and young says much about how frustrated people are.”

“Yet, we possess the capacity and capability to make this country better and livable for all and sundry if we have the will. That’s why we should all use this occasion of anniversary celebration to soberly reflect on how to change the present narratives of insecurity, corruption, unemployment, and low economy among others”, he added.

2023 elections very strategic to Nigeria’s future – Oba Balogun

Asking that the general elections holding early next year should be used to address all the nagging issues by voting for competence, integrity and antecedents, as against sentiments and stomach infrastructure, Oba Balogun described the election as a very strategic one that has the capacity to reshape the affairs of this country, depending on how altruistic people are in their choice.

He congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari, Engineer Seyi Makinde, Nigerians in general, both at home and in the diaspora and the Ibadan residents in particular on the anniversary with a charge that all hands must be on deck to make Nigeria great and a country that all could be proud of.

Adewumi Faniran

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