As part of the activities marking the 60th of Nigeria independence, the
State Government of Osun is organizing essay contest among youths with the aim of enhancing the unity among Nigerians.
According to a statement co-signed by Commissioners for regional integration, Hon. Lekan Badmus and Political Affairs, Taiwo Akeju which was made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Friday, the contest will be for students of tertiary institutions across the country.
The Commissioners said winners of the contest will be rewarded hugely as it will be part of their contribution to the development of the country.
The statement partly reads, "The Southern and Northern protectorates of Nigeria were amalgamated in the year 1914 by Lord Lugard during the colonial the co... Read more