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Nigeria @66: Govs urge peace, unity amid hardship

Governors and other prominent Nigerians have called for unity, peace, responsible citizenship and greater accountability as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, with some highlighting achievements in their states and others drawing attention to persistent challenges facing the nation. The leaders, in separate Independence Day messages on Thursday, urged Nigerians to reject…

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Has the City of Cape Town stopped listening to residents who oppose development?

The approval of an illogical filling station creates concern that rates and commercial revenue may carry more weight than neighbourhood welfare, and that the City has begun to treat public participation as an administrative hurdle rather than a democratic obligation.

  • Residents oppose Engen filling station on Falcon Street, citing safety and congestion concerns.
  • City's response recommended existing pedestrian crossing instead of addressing broader issues.
  • Environmental assessment deemed station unnecessary due to low tank capacity threshold.

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