Mr Wike urged building “bridges across cultures, religions, and ethnicities” as “we strive to make Abuja a great city.”
The palliatives include bags of rice, fertilisers, sewing and grinding machines, cooking stoves, insecticide-treated nets, and mattresses, among others.
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He said the pardon was in line with provisions of the prerogative of mercy as enshrined in the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The group said it was unfortunate that after 63 years of independence, Nigerians did not have belief and confidence in their own products.
As a nation, we have continued to struggle to manifest the dreams of our founding fathers in upholding the promises of shared prosperity and social justice.
The council of ministers announced Friday that the anniversary will be “celebrated in sobriety and in the spirit of national revival.”
The naturalisation ceremonies are part of the activities lined up to celebrate the 2023 Independence Day.
APGA guber candidate in Benue, Joseph Waya, urged Nigerians to rebuild the country in accordance with the aspirations of their forefathers.
The police said the incident happened on Independence Day, stressing that the mob burnt the suspected robbers beyond recognition.
Nigeria’s colourful 62nd Independence Day Anniversary parades was held amidst watertight security at Eagle Square, Abuja, on Saturday.
