Independence

Optimism, despair as Nigerians observe 59th Independence Anniversary

by Kunle Akinsola Nigerians have expressed mixed feelings about the 59 years of nationhood with some belying pessimism about the nation’s growth and...

Nigeria At 59: Full text of President Muhammadu Buhari’s Independence Day Speech

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday addressed the nation to mark Nigeria’s 59th Independence Day anniversary. Below is his full speech: INDEPENDENCE DAY SPEECH...

Catalonia’s parliament declares independence from Spain

[dropcap]C[/dropcap]atalonia’s parliament voted Friday to declare independence from Spain and proclaim a republic, just as Madrid is poised to impose direct rule on...

Buhari’s independence day speech challenges Nigerians to make change happen

[dropcap]P[/dropcap]resident Muhammadu Buhari’s independence day speech was marked with a message of hope. The president challenged Nigerians to commit to democratic values, be...