August 20, 2025 - The Postcard

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FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day address to Nigerians

Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation’s Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous,...

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BREAKING: Governor Fubara arrives in Port Harcourt, resumes duty

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara received a rousing welcome from his supporters at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, on Friday, after the expiration of the six-month emergency rule. He landed at the airport around 11:50 am and headed to the Government House, Port Harcourt. Rivers people have been eagerly waiting for his return since...

Sports

Owan marathon organiser to sponsor athletes to sports University

The organiser of the 10km annual Owan marathon said it will sponsor athletes from Owan communities to Sports University in Afuze. The organiser, Chris Ojo, stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Calabar on Tuesday. He said that the athletes to benefit athletes who participates at the annual event...

Education

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Katsina distributes wheelchairs, learning kits to 500 out-of-school children

The Katsina State Government, on Tuesday, distributed wheelchairs and learning kits to at least 500 out-of-school children in the state. In a speech at the launch of the distribution of the items in Katsina, Gov. Dikko Radda said the gesture aimed towards reducing the out-of-school children, and increasing school enrollment. Radda, represented by his Chief...

Health

NDLEA destroys 8,000kgs of illicit drugs in Yobe

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Tuesday carried out the public destruction of 8,166.95 kilogrammes of illicit substances seized in Yobe, marking the first such exercise in the state’s history. Retired Brig.-Gen. Mohamed Marwa, Chairman and Chief Executive of the NDLEA, described the event as a “historic and symbolic milestone” in the war...

Edo State Govt inaugurates Measles-Rubella Technical Working Group, Tasks Members on Diligence

Edo State Govt inaugurates Measles-Rubella Technical Working Group, Tasks Members on Diligence

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As part of its commitment to quality and effective healthcare service delivery, and in preparation for the January, 2026…

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From Chalkboards to Civilizations: Okpebholo’s Historic Gamble on Education Infrastructure

From Chalkboards to Civilizations: Okpebholo’s Historic Gamble on Education Infrastructure

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History teaches us that no great civilization ever emerged without first laying a solid foundation in education. From…

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GOV OKPEBHOLO CONSOLES KOGI GOV, APC NATIONAL CHAIRMAN OVER PARENTS’ DEATH

GOV OKPEBHOLO CONSOLES KOGI GOV, APC NATIONAL CHAIRMAN OVER PARENTS’ DEATH

dantpcn2 months ago02 mins

On behalf of the Government and the people of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, the Executive Governor…

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