Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation’s Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous, and united Nigeria that will lead Africa and be the beacon of light to the rest of the world. 2. Our founding heroes and heroines—Herbert Macaulay, Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe, Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Sir Ahmadu Bello, Margaret Ekpo, Anthony Enahoro, Ladoke Akintola, Michael Okpara,...
Nigeria Celebrate 65th Independence, Present Tinubu Calls For All Hands To Be On Deck “To Fix The Plumbing In Our Economy
The president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on its 65th independence beckoned on Nigerians to come together and fix the down spiraling economy as he preaches on message of hope. Tinubu encouraged the citizens to imbibe the spirit of production, called on farmers and factories owners to up their games, while he urge the Nigerians to consume more of the locally made products instead of its counterpart. His statement on X read: “On this 65th Anniversary of our Independence, my message is hope and a call to action. The federal government will continue to do its...
Nicole Kidman Files For Divorce From Keith Urban After 19 Years Of Marriage
Nicole Kidman has filed for divorce from Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage, bringing a surprising end to a long and seemingly successful union that brought together two superstars from the worlds of movies and music. The 58-year-old Oscar-winning actor petitioned on Tuesday to end her marriage to the 57-year-old Grammy winning country singer in a Nashville court. The documents state the couple has undergone “marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences.” Kidman and Urban, two of the biggest stars to come out of Australia in recent decades, have been red carpet fixtures throughout their two-decade relationship, with Urban joining his wife at the...
China Replaces Senior Diplomat As Questions Persist On His Whereabouts
China has named Liu Haixing, a diplomat with experience in European affairs, at the top of its International Department, state media said Wednesday. He replaces Liu Jianchao, who has not been seen in public since July amid speculation he has been detained over disciplinary reasons. The International Department is the Communist Party’s diplomatic arm, tasked with establishing connections with political parties in other countries. Liu Haixing, 62, spent much of his career serving in a variety of diplomatic positions in Europe. Between 2009 and 2012, he was a minister with the Chinese Embassy in France, where he had earlier studied public...
Osimhen’s Historic Goal Seals Galatasaray Win Over Liverpool In Istanbul
Galatasaray defeated Liverpool in Istanbul to register their first UEFA Champions League goal of the season, thanks to Victor Osimhen’s decisive strike. The goal marked a historic moment, as Osimhen surpassed Obafemi Martins to become the Nigerian with the most goals in the competition and the first Nigerian player to reach double digits in Champions League goals. Speaking to CBS Sports after the win, Osimhen expressed the team’s ambitions and belief in their potential: “This is the biggest competition in the world, and we want to go far. We really have the quality to make sure that we achieve this...
U.S. To Allow South Koreans To Work At Sites Under Temp Visas, But Clear Solution Elusive
The United States has agreed to allow South Koreans to work on equipment at U.S. investment sites under existing temporary visas and open new channels to help its ally send workers to do business there, Seoul’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday. But U.S. officials at a working group meeting offered no new answers to South Korea’s argument for wider access to U.S. visas for specialty workers, despite reaffirming a commitment to advance the trade and investment partnership, the ministry said. The working group was set up in the aftermath of a massive immigration raid at a Hyundai Motor car battery facility under...
How To Dress For Your Body Type (Without Rules).
For years, fashion advice focused on strict rules, wear this, avoid that, all based on your body shape. But let’s be honest, fashion shouldn’t feel like a restriction. It should be about feeling confident, comfortable, and like yourself. This article isn’t about hiding or fixing your body. Instead, it’s about understanding your shape, learning what you enjoy wearing, and building a wardrobe that works for you. KNOW YOUR SHAPE BUT DON’T BE BOXED IN Many stylists refer to body shapes like: Knowing your general proportions can help you find styles that feel right, but don’t let the label define...
Colombia’s Foreign Minister ‘Renounces’ Her US Visa As Tensions Between Both Nations Escalate
Colombia’s foreign minister has “renounced” her U.S. visa to protest a decision by the U.S. State Department to revoke the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, the Colombian government said Monday. The decision by Foreign Minister Rosa Villavicencio comes as tensions between both nations escalate over issues that include drug policy, the war in Gaza and a U.S. naval buildup in neighboring Venezuela. Colombia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry did not respond to questions about what kind of visa Villavicencio held, but said in a statement that it was not interested in “diplomatic visas that limit opinions” or curtail the nation’s “sovereignty.” Later on Monday,...
Chinese Woman Convicted After ‘World’s Biggest’ Bitcoin Seizure
A Chinese national has been convicted following an international fraud investigation which resulted in what’s believed to be the single largest cryptocurrency seizure in the world. The Metropolitan Police says it recovered 61,000 bitcoin worth more than £5bn ($6.7bn) in current prices. Zhimin Qian, also known as Yadi Zhang, pleaded guilty on Monday at Southwark Crown Court of illegally acquiring and possessing the cryptocurrency. Between 2014 and 2017 she led a large-scale scam in China which involved cheating more than 128,000 victims and storing the stolen funds in bitcoin assets, the Met said in a statement. It said the 47-year-old’s guilty...
At Least 27 Palestinians Killed As Trump Peace Proposal Raises Questions
At least 27 Palestinians were killed in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, local hospitals said, as questions churned about U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan that could pause the nearly two-year war in Gaza. Hamas announced it would review the proposal with group members and other Palestinian factions before reaching a decision. While the proposal offers an end to the fighting in the strip and guarantees flow of humanitarian aid and promises reconstruction, the Palestinian militant group will have to disarm while Gaza, and its more than 2 million Palestinians, would be put under international control, for the foreseeable future. Israeli Prime...