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‘Nigeria we hail thee’ national anthem would have tackled banditry’ – Akpabio

The statement by Senate President Godwin Akpabio regarding the old national anthem “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” suggests that he believes its reintroduction could have positive implications for unity and security in Nigeria. Akpabio emphasized that retaining this anthem could foster unity and love among Nigerians, potentially addressing contemporary challenges like banditry.
He defended the decision to revert to the old anthem, highlighting that it was originally chosen through a panel of Nigerians in 1959 and should not be dismissed as a relic of colonialism. Akpabio argued that if Nigerians embraced the values promoted by the old anthem, such as seeing neighbors as brothers, it could contribute to reducing violence and conflict in the country.
His remarks underscore a belief in the anthem’s ability to evoke national pride and communal harmony, reflecting broader sentiments about the role of cultural symbols in shaping societal attitudes and behaviors. However, the direct assertion that the old anthem alone could have prevented contemporary issues like banditry is a speculative interpretation of its potential impact.
Ultimately, the reintroduction of the old national anthem represents a symbolic gesture aimed at reinforcing national identity and unity, with supporters arguing it could contribute positively to social cohesion and patriotism in Nigeria.
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Benjamin Hundeyin Takes Over As New Force PRO
The IGP urged Hundeyin to deploy his wealth of experience in communications and security to further strengthen the image of the Nigeria Police Force and sustain robust relations with the public.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO).
He takes over from DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who served as Force PRO until his redeployment.
Hundeyin, a graduate of English Language from Lagos State University, also holds a Master’s degree in Legal Criminology and Security Psychology from the University of Ibadan.
He further obtained a Certificate in Civil-Military Coordination from the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Training Centre, Jaji, Kaduna State.
The new FPRO is an Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), a Member of the International Public Relations Association (IPRA), and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM).
A seasoned communicator, Hundeyin previously served as the Police Public Relations Officer at Zone 2 Command, Lagos, and later at the Lagos State Police Command.
He was also part of Nigeria’s contingent to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in Darfur, Sudan, in 2020, and at different times worked at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, as Administration Officer in the Public Relations Department.
The IGP urged Hundeyin to deploy his wealth of experience in communications and security to further strengthen the image of the Nigeria Police Force and sustain robust relations with the public.
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BREAKING: Iconic Italian Fashion Designer, Giorgio Armani Dies at 91

The legendary Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, his company announced on Thursday.
“With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani,” the fashion house said in a statement.
The fashion house said that Armani “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones”, noting that he remained committed to his craft until the very end.
“Tireless, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, its collections, and the diverse and ever-evolving projects both existing and in progress,” the statement read.
Ohibaba.com reports that Armani founded his eponymous label in 1975, revolutionising global fashion with his trademark sleek, understated designs.
His style soon became synonymous with elegance and sophistication, extending beyond clothing into lifestyle, interiors, fragrances, and luxury accessories.
Over the decades, Armani dressed Hollywood stars, world leaders, and athletes, building a global empire that redefined Italian fashion on the world stage.
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BREAKING: Tinubu proceeds on holidays, departs Abuja for UK, France

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Thursday, commence a working vacation in Europe, as part of his 2025 annual leave.
The president’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, made this known in a terse statement.
According to him, the vacation will last 10 working days.
He explained that Tinubu will spend the period between “France and the United Kingdom and then return to the country”.
This is coming barely two weeks after the president returned from Brazil.
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