…and commentators to exercise restraint, warning that divisive narratives could weaken national unity and embolden criminal elements. The post Abbas hails Shettima’s APC re-nomination appeared first on Vanguard News.

…He reaffirmed the commitment of the NDC to promoting credible leadership, national unity, economic development, security and improved living standards for Nigerians. “Your PVC is your voice. Your vote is your power. Register today and be part of the movement to build a better Nigeria,” he said. The post NDC urges Niger…

…collective interests. He cautioned against allowing political differences to undermine national unity, insisting that Nigeria's collective aspirations should always take precedence over partisan interests, electoral contests or the ambitions of individual officeholders. Tinubu urged Nigerians to promote hope, respect a…

…Nigeria's political elite reached an unwritten consensus after the civil war to preserve national unity by alternating presidential power between the North and South. "After the civil war, our leaders agreed that Nigeria should not continue on the old path. There is an understanding about regional balance. "For Atiku,…

…into more than a licensing dispute; it has become an early test of how the Government of National Unity manages technology policy, foreign investment and political accountability. True scale demands moving beyond surface-level integrations to robust execution. We've filtered the noise out of Moonshot 2026, optimising t…

…our increasingly complex security context, state police can no longer pose a threat to national unity. Rather, it presents us with an alternative model that guarantees our internal stability. •Senator Bamidele, Majority Leader of the Senate, writes from Abuja.

…have indispensable roles in preventing violence, promoting resilience, and strengthening national unity. The progress reflected in the Joint Security Press Briefing should inspire neither complacency nor triumphalism. Nigeria continues to confront determined adversaries who constantly adapt their methods. Sustained ope…

A youth advocacy group, the Coalition for National Unity and Youth Development, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to suspend aspects of the proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps, warning that altering the scheme's traditional structure could weaken one of the country's key institutions for national u…

…to mobilising Nigerian youths behind initiatives that promote economic prosperity, national unity, security, job creation, innovation and inclusive governance," he said. Ajimati also expressed confidence in Gbajabiamila's leadership and encouraged him to remain focused on his responsibilities. "Nigeria's future will be…

…1973, under the administration of General Yakubu Gowon, the NYSC was created to promote national unity and reconciliation after the Nigerian Civil War by deploying graduates to states outside their regions of origin. For more than five decades, the scheme has supported government programmes in education, healthcare, el…

…the NYSC as "A national institution that has played a critical role in fostering national unity which should not be restructured in a manner that compromises its founding ideals." His comments come days after the Federal Government unveiled what the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, described as the firs…

…the ceremonies en masse, to “show the world the greatness of Iran and the glory of national unity and authority. AFP

…long speech' - But America under Trump is deeply divided at what should be a time of national unity. Trump's approval ratings are near historic lows, fueled largely by the war in Iran and the skyrocketing cost of living. His Democratic opponents have castigated him over his immigration policies, family's growing wealth…

…long speech' - But America under Trump is deeply divided at what should be a time of national unity. Trump's approval ratings are near historic lows, fueled largely by the war in Iran and cost of living. His Democratic opponents have castigated him over his immigration policies, family wealth and attempts to extend pre…

…the NYSC, stressing that it remains essential for instilling discipline, patriotism and national unity among corps members. He also cautioned against allowing political interests to undermine the integrity of the scheme, urging the government to safeguard the NYSC from political interference to preserve its original ma…

…challenges with decisive action. "The original objective of the NYSC was to foster national unity after the civil war. While that vision remains noble, today's realities demand that the Scheme also become a platform for building skills, creating employment, promoting innovation, and preparing graduates for global compe…

…the actualisation of that promise. “For 53 years, the NYSC has served the cause of national unity. That mission remains important and must be preserved. “But the Nigeria of today demands more. Our young people are nearly 70 per cent of our population. They are not a burden to be managed. They are the engine of the one-…

…to clearly articulate its position on the matter, reaffirm its institutional stance on national unity, and address matters of governance, development, and political responsibility. Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide considers Mr. Peter Obi's comparison and subsequent call for resignation as misplaced, politically inappropriate,…

…that inflammatory rhetoric and ethnic profiling could worsen insecurity and threaten national unity if left unchecked. Consequently, the organisation called on President Tinubu, Governor Makinde and other South-West governors to take proactive steps to de-escalate tensions and promote peaceful coexistence among all eth…

…rising scale of violent crimes that has imperilled and almost destroyed the fabric of national unity, oneness, trust in Nigeria as a sovereign State, as well as jeopardised ethnic, religious and mutual trust and confidence among the peoples of this country? The effective measures against the prevalent insecurity are fo…

…reflection, urging citizens to recommit to lawful conduct, responsible engagement and national unity because in the minister's words, "the strength of any democracy lies ultimately in the character of its citizens." Ojo's statement which was food for thought capable of putting the nation on the right path if adhered to…

…West, hold the Obi of Onitsha in high esteem for his leadership style and commitment to national unity. He also praised the monarch's willingness to participate whenever called upon to contribute to national development. Obasanjo equally commended Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for attending the event despite…

…strategy. First, the political front. Set politics aside for a moment and pursue genuine national unity. Travel to the affected regions. Sit with the people. Listen sincerely to grievances. Lower tensions. Instead of allowing communities to negotiate humiliating "peace" deals with bandits while the federal government l…