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Uwazuruike Hosts Abacha, Dokubo, Others At Ojukwu’s Lecture
Mohammed Abacha,
son of the former Head of State, late Gen Sani Abacha; former Nigeria’s Ambassador to Spain and wife of Biafra warlord, late Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu; Iyom Bianca Ojukwu, former Chief Security Officer to late Gen Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, are expected to converge at Owerri, Imo State capital on November 26, for the fourth Ojukwu Memorial anniversary and thanksgiving service.
Also expected to converge at Ojukwu Memorial Library, New Owerri, venue of the anniversary, are leaders of major ethnic militia groups across the country, including the former leader of Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force (NDPVF), Alhaji Mujaheed Asari-Dokubo; leader of Oodua Peoples’ Congress (OPC), Dr. Fredrick Fasehun; and leader of Arewa Peoples’ Congress (APC), Alhaji Yerima Shetima.
Other personalities also expected at the occasion, include former President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo and Deputy Chairman of Supreme Council of Elders for the Indigenous People of Biafra (SECIPOB), Dr. Dozie Ikedife (Ikenga Nnewi); traditional ruler of Nri ancient kingdom, Eze Obidiegwu Onyesoh; ex-Biafra war veterans, among others.
In a press statement issued to newsmen, yesterday in Onitsha, Anambra State and signed by Director of Information, Biafra Independence Movement/Movement for the Actualization of Sovereign State of Biafra (BIM/MASSOB), Mazi Chris Mocha, identified Chief Ralph Uwazuruike, founder of BIM/MASSOB as the chief host of the event, while Chief MASSOB Leader, Mr. Solomon Ordu Chukwu, would be the co-host.
The statement quoted Uwazuruike as saying that he had concluded all necessary arrangements to celebrate the fourth memorial anniversary of Ojukwu, the late head of state of the defunct Biafra republic, who he said, was still very fresh in our memories, even after four years of his demise and interment.
The statement described this year’s memorial anniversary for the late Ojukwu as very unique and significant, hence the involvement of all these important dignitaries and freedom fighters in the ceremony.
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NIGERIA AT 65: FUBARA HARPS ON UNITY, PEACE

The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has begun the celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary with a Juma’at service where prayers were offered for the progress of the state and Nigeria.
Governor Fubara, who advocated for peace and unity of Nigeria during the prayers on Friday at the Rivers State Central Mosque, Port Harcourt, indicated that without peace, the accelerated development of Nigeria will remain in a limbo.
Governor Fubara, who was represented by Alhaji Abdurrazaq Diepriye, therefore urged citizens to remain patriotic.
According to him, “Allah has brought us this far. Without peace, we can not have progress and economic development. I call on all citizens irrespective of creed or tribe to remain patriotic.”
He thanked President Bola Tinubu for restoring peace in Rivers State while also using the forum to appreciate security agencies for their relentless effort in upholding the peace and unity of Rivers State and Nigeria.
The Chief Imam of Rivers State Central Mosque, Imam Ibrahim Yaloo, admonished Moslem faithful to always speak the truth, adding that those who obey Allah will be directed to good deeds and their sins forgiven.
Prayers were offered for Rivers State and Nigeria.
Other activities to mark the 65th Independence anniversary in the state include an Inter-denominational Church Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, 28th September and Parade Ceremony on Wednesday, 1st October.
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Shettima departs New York for Germany after UNGA engagement

Vice-President Kashim Shettima departed New York on Sunday after representing President Bola Tinubu at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
In a statement released on Sunday by the VP media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President is now headed to Germany, where he will hold strategic meetings with officials of Deutsche Bank.
The statement read, “Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed New York, United States, after successfully representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
“During his participation at UNGA 80, VP Shettima secured UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ commendation for Nigeria’s bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat.
“He also showcased Nigeria’s $200 billion energy transition opportunity to global investors and strengthened strategic partnerships with the UK on trade, defence, and migration issues.”
Nkwocha added that the VP delivered Tinubu’s national statement, calling for UN reforms and a permanent seat for Nigeria at the UN Security Council, and “demanded Africa’s control over its $700 billion mineral wealth, and digital inclusion initiatives.”
“He also engaged with the Gates Foundation on healthcare and education expansion, positioning Nigeria as the natural hub for the African Continental Free Trade Area’s $3.4 trillion market.
“VP Shettima was seen off at John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, by cabinet Ministers who were part of the UNGA 80 delegation and Nigerian Mission officials.”
The aide noted that Shettima will return to Nigeria immediately after his engagements in Germany.
The Tide source recalls that the VP departed Abuja, yesterday.
He led other Nigerian officials at the Assembly.
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FG holds special thanksgiving service ahead of 65th Independence Day

As part of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary celebration, the Federal Government held a special thanksgiving service on Sunday at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja to offer prayers and give thanks for the nation.
The event drew top government officials and security chiefs, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, as well as their spouses.
Other notable guests included Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun, former Plateau State Governor, Senator Simon Lalong, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, who led the service chiefs in attendance.
Service chiefs present included the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice-Admiral Emmanuel Ogala, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, Mrs Kemi Nandap and Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, among others.00
The service came days after the government unveiled the official theme and some of the activities slated for the 2025 Independence celebrations.
This year’s anniversary is tagged “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” as announced by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, in a statement on Wednesday.
“As part of activities to mark the 65th Independence Anniversary, the Juma’at Prayer and the Inter-Denominational Church Service will be held on Friday, 26th September at 1 pm and Sunday, 28th September at 10 am respectively, as well as the World Press Conference on Monday, 29th September at 10 am,” he said.
The Tide source had earlier reported that President Bola Tinubu, alongside former Heads of State, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, is expected as a special guest at a national discourse convened by the Island Club, Lagos, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
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