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NYCN holds thanksgiving at national mosque, calls for youth unity in nation building
Joel Ajayi
The National Youth Council of Nigeria on Friday held a special thanksgiving service at the National Mosque, Abuja, where it urged Nigerian youths to embrace unity and collective action as vital tools for driving national development and building a stronger nation.
NYCN President, Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, expressed gratitude to Allah for the successful National Elective Congress held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, stressing that Nigerians must see themselves as one people irrespective of religion.
He emphasized that genuine progress and meaningful development can only be achieved through unity of purpose, particularly among the youth.
Sukubo stated, ” From the sermon by the Chief Imam of the Abuja National Mosque, we have been reminded of the vital importance of water and encouraged to use it wisely for our own benefit.
“The NYCN leadership is here to thank Allah for the successful elective congress held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. We are grateful for His protection, and we seek His guidance as we lead the youths of Nigeria.
“It is important for all Nigerian youths to come together as one. Whether Christian or Muslim, we must love and tolerate one another for the good of our nation.
“When there is unity among us, when we truly love one another, our beloved country Nigeria can experience meaningful progress.”
NYCN Financial Secretary, Abdulsalam Abdulquadri Olusegun, on his part, stressed that it is only through unity that Nigerian youths can secure meaningful opportunities and benefits for themselves.
He stated, ” The key point is for all of us to unite. We must come together as one people, regardless of our religious beliefs, because we are all Nigerians. It is only through unity that we, as youths, can attract greater opportunities and achieve more for ourselves.
“That is the message we are spreading unity. We need it to move forward as a nation. This is why both Muslims and Christians have gathered here in the mosque under the NYCN banner, to thank Allah for His blessings and to seek His guidance in all our endeavors.”
On his part, Comrade Nuhu Salihu Maishinkafa, Zamfara State Chairman cautioned that without unity, especially among Nigerian Youths nothing meaningful maybe achieve.
He stated, “We have just concluded prayers for the NYCN and its leadership, as well as for our country.
“It is important that we learn to tolerate one another. We should follow the example of the NYCN President and others who, though Christians, have joined us in the mosque with the youths. Likewise, we will also join them in the church.
“We must remain united—whether Muslim or Christian, we are one people. Only through unity can we achieve greater progress.”
Highlights of the event included thanksgiving for the successful NYCN elective convention held in Bayelsa in 2025, special prayers for Amb. Sukubo and his executive team, as well as a photo session.
The NYCN leadership is also scheduled to gather at a church in Abuja on Sunday for a Christian thanksgiving and prayer service.
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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows
Joel Ajayi
The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.
He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.
According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.
“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.
The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.
“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.
Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.
He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.
He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.
According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.
Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.
He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.
We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.
The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.
He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.
Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.
He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.
“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”
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