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Atiku Celebrates Nigerian Tribune’s 75 Years of Truth and Courage
Atiku Abubakar, Nigeria’s former Vice President, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the African Newspapers of Nigeria (ANN), publishers of the Tribune titles, as they celebrate an impressive milestone of 75 years in journalism.
In a statement shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Atiku expressed profound admiration for the historic contributions of the Tribune to Nigeria’s fight for freedom and democracy.
Founded in 1949 during the peak of colonial rule across Africa, the Nigerian Tribune emerged as a voice of resistance and a symbol of hope for the oppressed.
It stood firm alongside other pioneering newspapers of its time, challenging colonial oppression and advocating for a liberated Nigeria.
Today, it remains the last surviving publication of that era, often referred to as “the last pen standing” in the battle against tyranny.
Atiku noted the paper’s instrumental role in shaping Nigeria’s democratic journey, emphasizing how its fearless reporting and commitment to truth contributed to the nation’s eventual liberation from colonial rule.
Atiku also mentioned about his personal connection to the Tribune, pointing to his long-standing admiration for the paper’s founder, the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo.
Awolowo, a prominent nationalist, politician, and statesman, established the Nigerian Tribune not only as a newspaper but as a platform for advancing the ideals of justice, equity, and national development.
Reflecting on his relationship with the newspaper, Atiku shared that many of the Tribune’s editors during Nigeria’s pro-democracy struggles remain his personal friends.
He acknowledged the critical role the publication played during the fight to restore democratic governance, praising its commitment to unbiased reporting and courageous journalism during some of the country’s darkest periods.
While celebrating the newspaper’s legacy, Atiku commended the current leadership of the Tribune for upholding its founding principles.
“I must also commend the current managers of the newspapers for carrying on the torch of Truth and Courage,” he said.
The publication has not only survived decades of economic, political, and social challenges but continues to thrive as a trusted source of news and commentary.
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Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu, speaks to those in the electricity sector about the usual blackouts in the state.
He speaks on ways things can change in the state and how electricity can be provided.
“We need to drop corporate egos, abandon long-standing excuses, and confront the harsh realities obstructing progress in the power sector.”
“We, state governments, used to give excuses that everything is centralised, so the Federal Government has unbundled it now. What have we done in a year and a half?” Sanwo-Olu asked.
“We take two steps forward, we go five steps backward,” he said.
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Speaking on the celebration, he said “Ìṣẹ̀ṣe is not a relic. It is a living expression of our traditions and a celebration of Yoruba spirituality as an important part of Nigeria’s cultural and religious landscape,” he said.
He added “When the drums sound in Lagos on Thursday, they answer drums in Havana, in Salvador, in Port of Spain. Fifty-five million people and counting. Lagos is not observing a local holiday. Lagos is standing at the centre of a global heritage,” Aregbe said.
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