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Nigeria @66: Govs urge peace, unity amid hardship
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Nigerian governors and leaders have issued calls for national unity and peace to mark the country's 66th Independence Anniversary. While some leaders highlighted local infrastructure and wage improvements, others emphasized the need to address systemic poverty and insecurity.
Why it matters
The messages reflect the ongoing tension between celebrating national milestones and addressing the significant socioeconomic hardships currently facing the Nigerian population.
File photo: Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris
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