- Television, radio stations and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria for the broadcast
President Bola Tinubu will make a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 7 a.m.
The broadcast, according to a release issued by the Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, is part of activities to commemorate the 64th Independence Anniversary of the nation.
Television, radio stations and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria for the broadcast.
Meanwhile, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered water-tight security across the country to create a safe and conducive environment for citizens.
The order was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
The statement said the IGP ordered the deployment of adequate human and tactical resources to enable a maximum level of security and seamless celebration of the Independence Day.
According to the Force PRO, the Police, in synergy with other security agencies, will fortify various designated event venues and the major highways across the country, to forestall any threats to lives and property and the celebration.
“Additionally, the IGP has directed all personnel deployed for various operations during the celebrations to be courteous and firm in their engagements with members of the public.
“The Inspector-General of Police also felicitates with Nigerians as we commemorate our independence anniversary, noting that Nigerians are urged to reflect on the journey, triumphs and challenges that have shaped our nation, honoring the sacrifices of our founding fathers and the generations that have contributed to our nation’s growth, unity and progress”, the statement added.