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Sunday Dare’s Family Lays Mom to Rest, Amidst Eulogies From Governors and Other Notable Personalities
The thanksgiving service to celebrate the life of Mama Ruth Adenihun Dare, the mother of ex Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare witnessed a congregation of distinguished dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond who gathered at the Sabo Baptist Church in Ogbomoso to pay their respects and honour the life and legacy of Mama Ruth Adenihun Dare.
President Bola Tinubu was represented by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, as Governor Seyi Makinde led a plethora of notable personalities from Oyo State. Representatives from various spheres of governance and captains of industry joined in expressing their condolences and celebrating the life of the late matriarch, including His Royal Majesty, the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III.
In a heartfelt eulogy, Sunday Dare shared poignant memories and reflected on the profound impact Mama Ruth Adeihun Dare had on his life and the lives of those around her. Dare emphasized the enduring legacy of love, strength, and wisdom that his mother leaves behind, pledging to uphold her values and principles in his endeavors. He expressed profound gratitude to all who traveled from far and wide to honor his late mother
The ceremony also welcomed distinguished past and present ministers, including the former Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Clement Agba, and the former Minister of Women Affairs, Pauline Tallen. Notably, former Minister of State for Power, graced the occasion with his presence, further emphasizing the collective respect and admiration for Mama Ruth Adenihun Dare.
Honorable members of the legislature, both past and present, alongside deputy governors and the esteemed wives of former Governors of Oyo State, Mrs. Ajimobi and Mrs. Alao-Akala, lent their support and solidarity to the Dare family during this time.
Dare expressed profound gratitude to all who traveled from far and wide to honour his late mother, highlighting the immense significance of the collective support and condolences extended by friends, colleagues, and well-wishers.
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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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