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Politics

April 19, 2022

  Armed Forces Remembrance Day is a national holiday in Nigeria that is observed on January 15th every year. The day is dedicated to honouring the sacrifice and service of the men and women of the Nigerian Armed Forces who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Read more about Politics The history … Continue reading Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Nigeria

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Did You Know? Discover Nigeria

April 19, 2022

  An Igbo from Onitsha, Anambra State, he was a science graduate of the University College of Ibadan and became involved in politics, later joining the military.  Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna was a Nigerian army major and high jumper. He was the first Black African to win a gold medal at an international sports event when … Continue reading Do You Know? Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna Was The First Black African To Win A Gold Medal At An International Sports Event

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News

April 19, 2022

The Nigerian military, yesterday, said there was no contemplation from any quarter as opined by the Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu during Wednesday’s Senate plenary. Ekweremadu had advised that the military could stage a coup in the face of receding democracy in the country. The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, shared this in a statement through, Brigadier General … Continue reading We’re Not Interested in Government – Military

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History

April 19, 2022

By Kobe Eru Godwin A day like this comes with moments of silence to all the fallen soldiers who died in the line of duty serving this glorious nation in pride and honour, to protect and defend. The Armed Forces Remembrance Day is marked on the 15th of January annually in Nigeria. The event which … Continue reading Armed Forces Remembrance Day

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