Independence – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com Breaking News, Nigeria News and Top Stories Fri, 06 May 2022 07:19:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.theinfostride.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/cropped-The-InfoStride-Favicon-150x150.png Independence – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com 32 32 Revisiting Nigeria’s Political Trajectory by Abiodun KOMOLAFE https://www.theinfostride.com/revisiting-nigerias-political-trajectory-by-abiodun-komolafe/ https://www.theinfostride.com/revisiting-nigerias-political-trajectory-by-abiodun-komolafe/#respond Fri, 06 May 2022 07:19:35 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=324304 The political formation, which eventually secured Nigeria’s independence, was powered by the ideals of independence, and Nigerians expected that the country’s domestic affairs would be wholesome. However, immediately after the independence issue got sorted, her internal socio-political contradictions and grey public administration dynamics became manifest. To put it mildly, things that were hitherto not so [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/revisiting-nigerias-political-trajectory-by-abiodun-komolafe/feed/ 0 President Buhari’s 60th Independence Anniversary Speech on My Mind – Abiodun KOMOLAFE https://www.theinfostride.com/president-buharis-60th-independence-anniversary-speech-on-my-mind-abiodun-komolafe/ https://www.theinfostride.com/president-buharis-60th-independence-anniversary-speech-on-my-mind-abiodun-komolafe/#respond Fri, 16 Oct 2020 20:50:38 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=271439 On a day like this, I remember President Muhammadu Buhari’s 60th Independence Anniversary Address to Nigerians and my heart bleeds! From the “directionless, unstable” and “nose-diving” state of the economy, to the deplorable security situation of the country, only a fool will fail to recognize that the story of Nigeria has become one, same, worn-out, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/president-buharis-60th-independence-anniversary-speech-on-my-mind-abiodun-komolafe/feed/ 0 I Will Not Disrespect The Independence Of Imo Judiciary ― Emeka Ihedioha https://www.theinfostride.com/i-will-not-disrespect-the-independence-of-imo-judiciary-%e2%80%95-emeka-ihedioha/ Sun, 05 Jan 2020 19:29:25 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=244433 Imo State governor, Emeka Ihedioha has insisted that he is focusing on respecting and upholding the independence of the State Judiciary. Gov Emeka, who said this when he swore-in nine new Judges in Owerri, also promised the people that his government would ensure they stick to the rule of law in whatever they do. He [...]

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]]> INEC Must Demonstrate Its Independence – Bukola Saraki https://www.theinfostride.com/inec-must-demonstrate-its-independence-bukola-saraki/ Tue, 11 Dec 2018 21:12:04 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=223104 Sen. Bukola Saraki and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara, on Monday said vote buying is a threat to the nation’s democracy. Speaking at a public hearing in Abuja, they called for urgent action by stakeholders, especially security agencies to check the menace before the 2019 general election. The News Agency of [...]

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]]> My Vote Is Still For Sale – Cossy Orjiakor https://www.theinfostride.com/my-vote-is-still-for-sale-cossy-orjiakor/ Tue, 02 Oct 2018 23:01:49 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=217660 Cossy Orjiakor has referred to Nigeria as ‘a naked woman stuck with her problem from last year.’ An almost naked Cossy, in an Instagram post to celebrate Nigeria’s 58th Independence, also hinted that her vote is readily for sale ahead of the 2019 general elections. The controversial actress wrote, “Happy Independence day…. Nigeria…. we are [...]

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]]> Buhari Was Succinct In His Independence Speech – Abiola Ajimobi https://www.theinfostride.com/buhari-was-succinct-in-his-independence-speech-abiola-ajimobi/ Sat, 14 Oct 2017 16:21:10 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=185341 Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State says his administration has no plan to depose the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, over the on-going controversy on installation of new kings. “You will remember that Oyo state has been in the news because of the issue of Olubadan chieftaincy declaration,” Mr. Ajimobi said. “So, I came [...]

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]]> We Cannot Afford To Be Divided In Nigeria – Akinfolarin Mayowa https://www.theinfostride.com/we-cannot-afford-to-be-divided-in-nigeria-akinfolarin-mayowa/ Tue, 03 Oct 2017 06:24:05 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=183768 As Nigeria celebarted her 57th Independence anniversary, two members of the House of Representatives say that peaceful coexistence is key in the development of the country. Rep. Akinfolarin Mayowa (Ondo-PDP) said there was utmost need for Nigerians to strengthen the bond of unity, advising that it was only the togetherness that the ideals of the [...]

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]]> APC Has Deprived EFCC Of Its Independence – PDP https://www.theinfostride.com/apc-has-deprived-efcc-of-its-independence-pdp/ Mon, 04 Sep 2017 13:26:52 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=180850 The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has blasted the ruling All Progressives’ Congress (APC), saying they destroyed the opposition party’s great work with anti-corruption by polluting with the country’s anti-graft agencies. The statement read, “The PDP formally came into being on the 31st of August, 1998, and has since then, remained the only viable, prosperous, strongest [...]

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]]> Nnamdi Kanu Should Not Be Forced To Talk – IPOB https://www.theinfostride.com/nnamdi-kanu-should-not-be-forced-to-talk-ipob/ Thu, 04 May 2017 11:42:31 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=163875 The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has warned that its leader, Nnamdi Kanu should not be provoked to speak out. The group gave the warning on Wednesday, May 3, via a statement released by spokesman, Emma Powerful. The statement reads: “The Indigenous People of Biafra and its leadership worldwide condemn those unscrupulous individuals who are [...]

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]]> GEJ Is One Of Nigeria’s Greatest Presidents – Abba Moro https://www.theinfostride.com/gej-is-one-of-nigerias-greatest-presidents-abba-moro/ Tue, 22 Nov 2016 11:21:00 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=148977 Former Minister of Interior, Comrade Abba Moro, has described former Goodluck Jonathan as one of the greatest presidents Nigeria has ever had. Moro said Jonathan contributed immensely to the development and sustenance of democracy in Nigeria and Africa. Moro said Jonathan created a solid foundation in the country’s electoral system by conceding defeat to President [...]

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]]> Vector Celebrated Nigeria’s Independence With City FM https://www.theinfostride.com/vector-celebrated-nigerias-independence-with-city-fm/ Sun, 09 Oct 2016 23:06:35 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=145185 Banky W, Reekado Banks, Lynxx, Vector and Sound Sultan, were some of the A-list celebrities who joined City 105.1 FM’s annual celebration of Nigeria’s independence tagged ‘Salute To The Flag’, which ran from Wednesday, September 27 till October 1, 2016. As part of activities for the week long event, the radio station celebrated with artistes [...]

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]]> PMB Approves 56th Independence Anniversary Programme https://www.theinfostride.com/pmb-approves-56th-independence-anniversary-programme/ Fri, 23 Sep 2016 19:40:22 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=144816 President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the programme of events for the commemoration of Nigeria’s 56th independence anniversary. Mr Bolaji Adebiyi, Director of Press in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) stated this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Adebiyi said in the statement that an interdenominational thanksgiving church [...]

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]]> Militants Suspend Declaration Of Independence In Niger Delta https://www.theinfostride.com/militants-suspend-declaration-of-independence-in-niger-delta/ Mon, 01 Aug 2016 13:32:49 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=138410 Militant group, Adaka Boro Avengers (ABA) has put on hold its plans to declare the Niger Delta an independent republic. This was revealed via a statement released by spokesman, by General Edmos Ayayeibo. The statement reads: We received calls from prominent leaders like Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Mrs. Ankio Briggs, Chief. E. K. Clark and [...]

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]]> INEC Has Lost Its Independence – Ayo Fayose https://www.theinfostride.com/inec-has-lost-its-independence-ayo-fayose/ Fri, 08 Apr 2016 21:59:08 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=125201 Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of losing its independence and becoming partisan. Fayose also criticized INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, over plans to establish an Electoral Offences Tribunal. The governor made the comments on Thursday, April 7, 2016, via a statement released by his media aide, Lere [...]

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]]> Independence Anniversary Expenses: Obasanjo Was Right, El Rufai’s A Serial Liar – Goodluck Jonathan https://www.theinfostride.com/independence-anniversary-expenses-obasanjo-was-right-el-rufais-a-serial-liar-goodluck-jonathan/ Mon, 05 Oct 2015 08:55:50 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=101956 Former President Goodluck Jonathan, has debunked claims by Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai that his administration spent N64 billion on Nigeria’s Independence Anniversary celebrations in five years. El-Rufai had in a message posted on his Facebook page to commemorate Nigeria’s 55th Independence Anniversary, gave a breakdown of the amount spent by the former Jonathan administration [...]

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]]> Jonathan’s Minister Replies El-Rufai Over Independence Anniversary Spending, Says He Is A Liar https://www.theinfostride.com/jonathans-minister-replies-el-rufai-over-independence-anniversary-spending-says-he-is-a-liar/ Mon, 05 Oct 2015 08:53:12 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=101954 The National Planning Minister during Goodluck Jonathan’s administration, Abubakar Sulaiman, has dismissed the claim by Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai that the past administration spent N64 billion on three independence anniversaries. According to the former minister, only N333 million was spent on the anniversaries from 2012-2014. In a statement on Sunday, Sulaiman described the claim by [...]

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]]> Charly Boy Advises Nigerian Youths To Embrace His Philosophy https://www.theinfostride.com/charly-boy-advises-nigerian-youths-to-embrace-his-philosophy/ Sat, 03 Oct 2015 01:12:18 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=101725 In a new chat with NAN on the 55th anniversary of Nigeria’s Independence, Abuja area fada, Charly boy said Nigeria as a nation is still economically and politically dependent, and this is reflecting in the youth’s attitude to life. He said: – “He said it is now 55 years since we gained independence as a [...]

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]]> Only Criticize President Buhari Constructively, PDP Advises Nigerians https://www.theinfostride.com/only-criticize-president-buhari-constructively-pdp-advises-nigerians/ Thu, 01 Oct 2015 01:16:27 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=101482 The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has charged Nigerians to use the occasion of the nation’s 55th Independence Anniversary to rekindle the spirit of patriotism and act in ways that promote democratic ideals and peaceful co-existence at all levels in the country. The party also urged Nigerians to use the anniversary to recommit to respecting their [...]

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]]> Independence: What is Nigeria celebrating @ 55? https://www.theinfostride.com/independence-what-is-nigeria-celebrating-55/ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 22:55:54 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=101297 As Nigeria turns 55, i have asked myself so many questions and i have not been able to get an answer. How did corruption eat into us like a wild cancer? How did we allow greed and selfishness enter our DNA? How did deceit and lack of patriotism become our attitude and way of life? [...]

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]]> British euroscepticism runs deeper than anti-EU outsiders UKIP https://www.theinfostride.com/british-euroscepticism-runs-deeper-than-anti-eu-outsiders-ukip/ Mon, 12 May 2014 07:51:04 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=42013 Though anti-EU outsiders UKIP might top the polls at the European Parliament elections in Britain, a eurosceptic streak runs through all the mainstream parties they stand against. The United Kingdom Independence Party of Nigel Farage, which is fixed…

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]]> UK Independence Party leader Farage speaks of love of Europe, hatred of EU https://www.theinfostride.com/uk-independence-party-leader-farage-speaks-of-love-of-europe-hatred-of-eu/ Sun, 04 May 2014 05:58:57 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=40267 Nigel Farage, head of the UK Independence Party that is currently leading polls ahead of this month's European elections, told AFP during an interview in Portsmouth of his hatred of the European Union and his determination to bring down its parliament…

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]]> British business group makes U-turn on Scottish independence https://www.theinfostride.com/british-business-group-makes-u-turn-on-scottish-independence/ Fri, 25 Apr 2014 22:08:57 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=38379 Britain's biggest employers' organisation, the CBI lobby group, sought Friday to disassociate itself from the campaign against Scottish independence after a backlash among its members north of the border. The CBI has warned against Scotland breaking…

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]]> Should An Independent Scotland Be Allowed To Keep The Pound? https://www.theinfostride.com/should-an-independent-scotland-be-allowed-to-keep-the-pound/ Wed, 29 Jan 2014 12:06:42 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=15076 The Bank of England Governor is expected to issue a warning on the economic consequences of Scottish Independence as he delivers an address on currency union. Mark Carney has held talks with Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond in Edinburgh, before…

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]]> Since 1960 More Northerners Ruled This Country, People Did Not Cause Trouble – Maku https://www.theinfostride.com/since-1960-more-northerners-ruled-this-country-people-did-not-cause-trouble-maku/ Sat, 25 Jan 2014 15:21:01 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=13561 Mr. Labaran Maku, on Friday took on some northern politicians, for inciting the North against the administration and person of President GEJ ahead of the general elections in 2015. . Maku, who ranted on those he described as self-serving politicians, who spread hatred and threaten violence in pursuance of morbid personal political ambitions, spoke in [...]

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