october 1960

Malaysia leader vows to maintain ties with Hamas and calls for solidarity with Palestinians

Anwar, who has been a staunch advocate for the Palestinian cause since his days as a student protest leader in the late 1960s, has resisted pressure to distance Malaysia from Hamas.

Finidi George "talks tough" ahead of Ghana, Mali friendlies

(WC Qualifier): Ghana 4 Nigeria 1 10 Sep 1960 (WC Qualifier): Nigeria 2 Ghana 2 9 Oct 1960 (Nkrumah Cup): Nigeria 0 Ghana 3 29 Oct 1960 (Zik Cup): Nigeria 1 Ghana 1 8 Apr 1961 (AFCON Qualifier): Nigeria 0 Ghana 0 30 Apr 1961 (AFCON Qualifier

From three to 36: Evolution of state creation in Nigeria

The three-region structure (Before 1963) Before Nigeria gained independence in 1960, the country was divided into three regions: Northern Region Western Region Eastern Region These regions were largely autonomous, with significant control over

Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Azerbaijan Offer Help to Search Raisi's Helicopter

The war in Gaza, which erupted on October 7, escalated regional tensions once again. A series of retaliatory actions ensued, culminating in Tehran launching hundreds of missiles and rockets directly at Israel in April 2024.

Africa's top 10 most populated cities in 2024

Since 1960, Africa's population has expanded from 283 million to over 1.5 billion-a more than fivefold surge.

64th Independence: I won't succumb to blackmail - Fubara

Reflecting on Nigeria's independence journey, Fubara said, "October 1st, 1960, is etched in our history, with Nigeria's first Prime Minister, Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, raising the cherished green-white-green flag, marking our independence

Terrifying moment Boeing plane catches fire midair with 249 passengers on board

The largest number of fatalities directly linked to a bird strike on an engine occurred on 4 October 1960, when Eastern Air Lines Flight 375 encountered a flock of birds after departing from Boston airport. 62 out of the 72 entire occupants

I Got 100 Pounds For Designing The Nigerian Flag -Taiwo Akinkunmi

Yet Akinkunmi gives the wrong name for the college he attended in London, doesn't remember why he underwent surgery within days of winning the competition and cannot give a single detail about what he was doing on October 1, 1960, when Nigeria

7 Things You May Not Know About University of Ibadan (Number 1 Will Shock You)

Now you know, the only true University founded in Nigeria before 1960 is the University of Ibadan. 4.

10 Most Well-Trained Military Forces in World

Colonel Charles Beckwith of the United States Army founded this battalion in the month of October 1977.

President Tinubu Signs Bill to Readopt the First National Anthem into Law

With this new law, the national anthem "Arise, O Compatriots" has now been replaced with the previous "Nigeria, We Hail Thee," which was adopted when Nigeria gained independence on October 1, 1960.

Meet 7 Supreme Court justices to determine fate of Tinubu, Atiku, Obi today.

He was sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Swaziland in May 2012, and subsequently, as a Justice of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria in October 2019. In October 2019, he was further elevated to the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

Ranking the top 15 best football referees of all time in the world

Pierluigi Collina Full name: Pierluigi Collina Date of birth: 13th February 1960 Age: 63 years (as of 2023) Place of birth: Bologna, Italy Who is the best referee in the world in 2023?

5 Unforgettable Protests That Left a Mark on Nigeria's History

EndSARS Protests - 2020More recently, in October 2020, the EndSARS movement swept across the nation.

The Four British Colonial Territories in West Africa Were

Britain ruled Nigeria until Nigeria gained independence on October 1, 1960. Nigeria initially had a democratic government but experienced numerous military coups. In 1999, Nigeria transitioned back to a democratic government.

Dates For Every Main Premier League Derby (2024/25)

[th]Key Information[/th] Dates 19th October/3rd May Times TBC Stadiums Tottenham Hotspur Stadium/London Stadium TV Channel TBC Nottingham Forest vs Leicester26th October/10th May Nottingham Forest vs Leicester City might not be the most well-known

Top Contenders to Succeed Pope Francis - Who Will Be the Next Pontiff?

Cardinal Matteo Zuppi (69, Italy) Born on October 11, 1955, in Rome, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi has been a prominent figure in ecclesiastical circles, especially noted for his peacemaking efforts.

Birthright citizenship in Africa, other regions as Trump seeks to end policy in U.S

Nigeria Nigeria offers birthright citizenship, but it is restricted to cases where the person in question was born after October 1, 1960, and has at least one parent who is a citizen of the country.