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Presidential Spokesperson Sunday Dare Meets Rescued Ogbomoso Pupils, Teachers, Assures Nigerians of Improved Security
…Donates ₦50,000 Each To 25 Rescued Schoolchildren
Joel Ajayi
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Mr. Sunday Dare, on Tuesday visited the rescued pupils and teachers who were abducted in the Yawota and Esinle communities of Oyo State, assuring them of the Federal Government’s continued commitment to protecting the lives and property of Nigerians.
Mr. Dare visited the victims at the LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, where they are receiving medical care following their rescue from captivity.
He was led around to see the patients by the CMD of LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Prof. Olawale Olakulehin.
Speaking during the visit, the Presidential Spokesperson sympathised with the pupils, teachers and their families over the traumatic ordeal they endured, describing the incident as unfortunate. He wished the victims a speedy recovery and commended the efforts of the security agencies whose operations led to their rescue.
He reiterated that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains resolute in its determination to improve security across the country, stressing that every Nigerian deserves to live, work and learn in a safe and secure environment.
As a gesture of compassion, Dare also provided personal financial support to each of the 44 rescued pupils and teachers receiving treatment at the hospital, encouraging them to remain strong as they continue their recovery.
He further assured the victims that the Federal Government would continue to strengthen the nation’s security architecture and implement measures aimed at preventing a recurrence of such incidents.
The visit comes in the wake of the successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers, an operation that has been widely welcomed by residents and stakeholders, who continue to call for sustained efforts to safeguard schools and communities across Oyo State.
The Presidential aide also donated ₦50,000 each to the 25 schoolchildren released after the Oriire community abduction.
The donation comes as the children begin reuniting with their families following weeks in captivity, offering support as they start the process of recovery and rebuilding their lives.
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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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