The state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, confirmed the incident to our correspondent on Thursday. The post Flood Kills Nine In Bauchi Mining Pit appeared first on Channels Television.

Ododo urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and continue working towards building a stronger and more prosperous country as Nigeria marks 66 years of independence.

Chivayo, popularly known as “Sir Wicknell”, was one of Zimbabwe’s most recognisable businessmen, known for his extravagant lifestyle, high-profile connections and frequent displays of wealth on social media.

The rapid growth of satellite constellations and direct-to-device technology is increasingly blurring the boundary between terrestrial and space-based communications networks. African regulators also faces mounting pressure to coordinate spectrum use across mobile, satellite, Wi-Fi and fixed networks while preparing for 5G and future generations of connectivity. Spectrum management took centre stage in Abidjan during the […]

  … Pledges 60,000 Jobs The $16 billion Dangote refinery in Lamu is being positioned as a regional asset, with 30 per cent of its equity reserved for East African countries to drive regional ownership and energy security. President/chief executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, disclosed this at the groundbreaking of the Dangote East […]

“Beyond what all Argentinians know about Messi, regardless of the numbers and statistics that attest to his status as an athlete, we also want to recognise a humble, persevering person, an example and ambassador of our popular culture and national identity,” Gelpi said. The post Messi to receive honorary doctorate from Argentine university appeared first on Vanguard News.

In October 2025, a REACH medical helicopter crashed onto a California highway, which critically wounded all three people aboard, with one later dying of her injuries. The post Medical Helicopter Crash In California Kills Two appeared first on Channels Television.

The chairman of Optiva Capital Partners, Franklin Nechi, has urged African entrepreneurs, investors and families to look beyond wealth accumulation and focus on building global access that can create business opportunities, strengthen family security and support future generations. Nechi made the call in Abuja at the company’s third-quarter/fourth-quarter media parley with newsmen, themed, “From Access […]

  The Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, has granted pardon and other forms of executive clemency to 101 inmates and convicts as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. Governor Ododo announced the decision in his Independence Day address to the people of Kogi State on Thursday, October 1, 2026, saying the exercise […]

The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has urged Nigerians to strengthen national unity, promote inclusivity, and remain committed to nation-building as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary The post NILDS hails Nigeria@66, advocates unity, inclusivity in nation building appeared first on Tribune Online.

By Wole Soyinka My dear Reverend Aburo,you have reached out to me, and I feel moved by your entreaty. You urged me to say something, anything at all to silence the recent caterwauling – my own deliberate choice of words — by our familiar custodians and adjudicators of the public weal. In reality? A bunch […]

The World Health Organisation (WHO) and other development partners  have commended Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his commitment towards  strengthening the state’s healthcare system and addressing the human resources for bridging the gap in the health sector.

  Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa has urged Nigerians to renew their faith in the country and commit to building a stronger, united, and prosperous nation. Idahosa made the call in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Friday Aghedo, to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. He described Oct. 1 as a reminder […]

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on leaders at all levels to prioritise good governance, accountability and strict adherence to the rule of law as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence anniversary. Jonathan, in an Independence Day message, said Nigeria’s future depended on responsible leadership, national unity and the collective commitment of citizens to addressing the […]

Nollywood has suffered another loss following the death of actor Chijioke Nwokafor, popularly known as The post Nollywood loses another actor days after Olu Jacobs’ death appeared first on Tribune Online.

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has called on the people of the state to embrace peace and unity, describing them as  indispensable pillars for  the socioeconomic development of any society. Fubara, who made the call in a goodwill message to mark Nigeria’s 66th independence anniversary, said the celebration offers an opportunity for  the   people […]

The NHRC Boss therefore urged government to strengthen social protection mechanisms, expand access to basic services and ensure that economic policies and reforms remain consistent with Nigeria’s constitutional and international human rights obligations. The post NIGERIA @66: NHRC Calls For Rights-Based Development, Equal Justice For All appeared first on Channels Television.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged residents to use the 2027 elections to vote for leaders who will sustain and expand infrastructure development in Abuja. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-66-vote-leaders-wholl-sustain-infrastructure-development-wike-urges-nigerians/