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Mr. Sunday Dare on Professor Wole Soyinka at 90:
“Happy birthday to the literary giant, Professor Wole Soyinka! Today, we celebrate not just your birth but the countless lives you’ve touched through your remarkable work. Your pen has been a powerful tool, crafting stories that have shaped our understanding of Africa and the world.
Your literary achievements are a testament to your boundless creativity and dedication to the craft. From the hauntingly beautiful “The Lion and the Jewel” to the poignant “Death and the King’s Horseman”, your works have captivated audiences worldwide, challenging our assumptions and inspiring us to think critically.
As the first African to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, you’ve paved the way for generations of writers, showing us that our stories matter, that our voices deserve to be heard. Your commitment to social justice and human rights has been a beacon of hope, inspiring us to stand up against oppression and fight for a better world.
Professor Soyinka, your legacy extends far beyond the pages of your books. You’ve been a mentor, a teacher, and a guiding light to countless young writers, nurturing their talents and encouraging them to find their voice.
On this special day, we honor your contributions to literature, your tireless advocacy for human rights, and your unwavering commitment to the African continent. May this new year bring you continued joy, inspiration, and the knowledge that your work has made a lasting impact on the world.
Happy birthday, Professor Soyinka! May your pen never run dry, and may your voice continue to inspire us for generations to come!”
Sunday Akin Dare
Immediate Past Minister of Youth and Sports Development
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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.
The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.
Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.
He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.
On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.
He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.
On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.
Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.
Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.
He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.
The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.
He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.
Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.
He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.
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