The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has tagged as not only avoidable and preventable, but highly condemnable, the fatal crash that occurred in Mairuwa, on the Funtua-Sokoto route, Katsina State on Saturday 9 November 2024 at 1100HRS. 

In line with efforts put in place to ensure free flow of traffic and the safety of lives and properties of road users, during the 64th Independence Day celebration; the Federal Road Safety Corps has urged Nigerians to embrace safety ideals, sustain positive driving behaviour, avoid negative ones, and adhere to all traffic rules and regulations.

Presdent Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally announced the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja. 

...says tough times don't last 

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has urged Nigerians to remain optimistic and not be overwhelmed by the present economic challenges bedeviling the nation.

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has urged Nigerians to be patient and hopeful stressing that Nigeria's brightest days are ahead of them.

TEXT OF NATIONAL BROADCAST BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU ON THE 64TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA OCTOBER 1, 2024 

Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. I want to assure you that your voices are heard. 

Following the pronouncement of some Civil Society to protest against the Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu led Federal Government on October 1st, FCT Police Command has deployed its personnel to major areas in Abuja.

Over 800 news publishers from across the world are today marking the 2024 World News Day.

The World News Day is a global awareness campaign to amplify the value of fact-based journalism.