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KATE MIDDLETON WOWS IN WHITE AT TROOPING THE COLOUR

Kate Middleton returned to the public eye on Saturday:

The Princess of Wales attended Trooping The Colour in London wearing a stunning white and black dress and matching hat for her first public appearance of 2024.

Kate’s been out of the public eye for the last six months following abdominal surgery in January, and her subsequent cancer diagnosis.

Despite a difficult few months, the Princess looked well and in good spirits:

She courageously shared her health news with the public back in March, announcing her decision to stay out of the spotlight as she began a course of “preventative chemotherapy.”

After three months away, the Princess uploaded a statement uploaded to social media on Friday. Giving an update about her health, Kate announced that she’d attend Trooping the Colour. She also confirmed that she’s “making good progress” but that she is “not out of the woods yet”, and that she’s still receiving treatment.

Kate added that she’s experiencing “good days and bad days” and that she plans to “join a few public engagements” over the summer if she continues to feel well.

Trooping the Colour, also known as The King’s Birthday Parade, is an annual military ceremony celebrating the official birthday of the British Sovereign.

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The event showcases a patriotic display involving hundreds of soldiers, horses, and musicians in the King’s honour.

This year’s parade involved 242 military working horses, 250 military musicians, 40 pipers and drummers, an extremely large dog, and more than a thousand dual-role soldiers of the British Army’s Household Division. (Below, the Irish Guards’ regimental Irish Wolfhound mascot Turlough Mor.)

The parade begins at Buckingham Palace with a procession down The Mall to Horse Guard’s Parade.

The Princess of Wales was joined by her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

The Wales children looked smart in their coordinating outfits, matching their mother’s monochrome ensemble. This is the third time the children have accompanied their mother at the parade to date.

This year, Kate rode in the Glass Coach.

The Glass Coach is one of the primary ceremonial carriages of the British royal family. Created in 1881, it was purchased by The Crown for the coronation of King George V in 1911.

The Glass Coach makes appearances at various state events each year but is most famously known for its role in royal weddings. It transported Princess Margaret to her wedding in 1960 and Lady Diana Spencer in 1981. It also carried Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh after their wedding in 1947.

This is the first time in 12 years that Kate has processed in the Glass Coach — I expect it was a decision made for her comfort, to shelter her from the cold and rain given her diagnosis. I believe Queen Elizabeth II rode in the coach during 2012’s Trooping the Colour for similar reasons.

The weather was particularly unseasonable this year. It was a very wet and windy day:

During some moments of the parade, the glass windows became misty with condensation. The princes and princesses attempted to clean the windows with their hands so they could still wave to the gathered crowds:

William didn’t join his immediate family in the carriage. As is tradition, the keen and experienced horseman took part in the procession on horseback. This year, he saddled a horse named Darby.

In his role as honorary Colonel of the Welsh Guards, the Prince wore the regiment’s distinctive red uniform and traditional bearskin cap.

He rode alongside his uncle, Prince Edward and aunt, Princess Anne.

King Charles usually rides in the parade on horseback too. This year, he decided to travel by carriage, following his own cancer diagnosis and treatment.

He rode in the Scottish State Coach with the Queen.

Here’s the Duchess of Edinburgh in the procession. She opted for a beautiful sunny yellow hue:

Her Daughter, Lady Louise in blue florals:

The procession arrived at Horse Guard’s Parade where the traditional ceremony took place:

Once the Sovereign has arrived at Horse Guard’s Parade in Whitehall, they are greeted by a Royal salute and carry out an inspection of the troops, who are fully trained and operational soldiers wearing the ceremonial uniform of red tunics and bearskin hats.

After the military bands have performed, the escorted Regimental Colour, or flag, is processed down the ranks of soldiers. Over one hundred words of command are used by the Officer in Command of the Parade to direct the several hundred soldiers.

Once the Foot Guards have marched past the Sovereign, they ride back to Buckingham Palace at the head of the soldiers, before taking the salute again at the Palace from a dais.

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The king, on the dais, watching the proceedings:

This year, the Irish Guards ‘trooped their colour’ (or carried their flag) through the ranks.

The practice dates back to the 17th century when the colours served as rallying points on the battlefield. The honour to ‘Troop the Colour’ rotates through the five regiments of Foot Guards.

King Charles watching the proceedings with Camilla:

Saluting the guardsmen:

Kate and the Wales family watching from a nearby window.

Last year, the Princess had a seat outside on the dais (pictured below). I expect she watched from inside this year due to the awful weather and her health condition.

After the ceremony, the Royal Family made their way inside Buckingham Palace, to the famous balcony.

Here, they watched the conclusion of the parade, an RAF fly-past.

Here’s a stunning view of the display from above:

A wide shot of the royals waving to the gathered crowds:

The Wales family on the balcony:

Giving everyone a wave:

Kate, Charles and Charlotte:

Sharing a joke:

On Saturday afternoon, the Prince and Princess’s team uploaded a video to their official social media account. The 20 second clip features Kate, George, Charlotte and Louis leaving Buckingham Palace and getting into the Glass Coach. Watch carefully and you’ll see an enthusiastic Louis hop down a set of white steps as his mother, sister and brother walk across a red carpet:

Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards has said she ‘loves’ working on the ITV show, but has denied a feud between her fellow co-stars

Loose Women’s Brenda Edwards has dismissed rumours of a feud among the show’s stars. The 55-year-old joined the popular ITV show as a panellist in 2019, initially stepping in for regular presenter Linda Robson.

By 2020, Brenda became a full-time member and maintains that she still ‘loves it’. Despite hints of discord among the presenters, with ex-host Carol McGiffin once stating she “wasn’t welcomed” and “doesn’t miss” the show, Brenda insists there’s no bad blood.

In a chat with Woman’s Own, she clarified: “I get on with everybody – I’m not involved in anything. Everyone says we don’t get on, but we do. I get on with everybody and I just keep myself to myself and enjoy the show.”

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Brenda expressed her gratitude to Loose Women for providing her a platform. The programme has seen her discuss serious topics, including the tragic death of her son Jamal, the founder of SB.TV, reports the Express.

However, the lively debates on the show have also fuelled speculation about potential feuds among the celebrities. Coleen Nolan is one of those who have previously ignited such rumours, alleging that people “behind the scenes weren’t being nice”. Speaking to OK! Magazine, Coleen confessed she “fell out of love with it for a bit”.

Coleen opened up to the press about her experience on the show, revealing: “It was because certain people behind the scenes weren’t being nice and I wasn’t enjoying it. Then those people went onto other things and great people came in, and I’ve loved it ever since.”

Loose Women panellist Judi Love is to front a new culinary travel show, Judi Love’s Culinary Cruise, for ITV later this year

Judi Love is swapping the Loose Women panel for a culinary cruise in a new ITV series. The 44 year old comedian said: “I am so excited to be setting sail on this new adventure with ITV. Growing up within a Jamaican family, food was always at the heart of any function and occasion.”

“So I’m truly excited to experience the culture, people and food of the beautiful Mediterranean.”

The Celebrity Gogglebox star will be seen tucking into local delicacies in Kotor in Montenegro, plus four Greek locations Parga, Kerkira, Kefalonia, and Itea.

She added: “I’m looking forward to exploring all of the different destinations as food has such a way of telling a story for many, especially in the Mediterranean where it’s about sharing love, traditions and identity.”

“I have always loved watching loved ones cook and I truly love serving up a hearty plate of food for my family and friends. So I’m thrilled to be able to embrace this with ITV and the audience at home… I can’t wait to get started.”

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The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant, who became a regular on Loose Women after producers spotted her on Instagram ranting about a roundabout, said: “I’m truly excited to experience the culture, people and food of the beautiful Mediterranean.”

Speaking of her past, she beautifully reminisced on how making patients laugh made her think she might have a chance in the entertainment world.

Whilst appearing on ITV’s This Morning, she said: “As much as I see that video now, it takes me back, but it brings me so much joy because [producers] Sally and Tom saw it and thought ‘You connect with other people! ‘”.

The star explained: “I trained as a social worker and there was a time when I was doing some training in a mental health rehabilitation home, people with really serious psychosis.”

Recalling a poignant moment, she shared: “We were laughing and I was making jokes, we were all laughing, I remember standing there watching everyone laugh and just taking it in. It makes me emotional, one gentleman turned to me and said ‘Thank you, I forgot about my psychosis’.”

She added: “And that was one of the things that pushed me to just try. I’ve been through adversities in life and one of the things that got through it was laughing. It’s about taking those chances. If I never said to myself, ‘Okay, I don’t think this is the place that I’m supposed to be’, then I wouldn’t be here.”

Denise Welch spoke out on Loose Women, sharing her opinions about the media coverage dedicated to Joe Biden, but she quickly lost her cool claiming to ‘not believe’ the government.

Viewers were stunned as Denise Welch embarked on a furious rant about ageism – and admitted she “believed nothing anybody says.”

At 81 years old, Joe Biden is the target of backlash due to his seemingly fragile health – a worrying thought as many Americans, both in the United States and abroad, are settling on who they should vote for in the upcoming presidential election.

This Tuesday, June 18, the Loose Women panel wondered if the media coverage dedicated to the White House tenant was ageist, thus characterised by prejudice towards his advanced age.

Joe Biden has recently sparked worries over his ability to govern a whole country as he has been spotted during major events freezing and wandering off alone, leaving others around him to remind him of his engagements.

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But when the discussion began, Kaye Adams noted she was surprised that Denise Welch, notoriously outspoken, had remained silent. “I can’t believe that you kept quiet all this time”, Kaye said before Denise offered a hand gesture indicating that it was only a matter of time until she shared her thoughts.

Minutes later, however, the former Coronation Street actress broke her silence – and caused yet another commotion on live TV and on social media.

Denise initially opted for a calm approach as she reminded co-stars and viewers of the existence of AI, before adding: “At the age of 81, we see enough images of Biden to know that the man is struggling.”

She then pointed out that the backlash targeting Joe Biden increased and worsened when he settled into his presidential role. Prior to this, the criticism targeting Joe Biden was deemed “cruel”, according to Denise.

When Kaye reminded her of the evidence possibly indicating that Joe Biden may not be fit for his role, Denise lost her patience: “Since Covid I believe nothing anybody says in the government or anything! I don’t believe a word of it.”

She added: “However, there is somebody that I know that was at a conference with Joe Biden at the White House. There are absolutely massive errors being made in the way that he is functioning. We know that he’s probably a puppet.”

Denise then reminded viewers what American citizens and Joe Biden are up against: “It’s the biggest power in the world and we’ve got the choice between a criminally convicted felon, candidate Donald Trump, and we have an 81-year-old man clearly showing signs of not being well. Is there not any other people in American that can run the country?”

Multiple viewers reacted to Denise’s comments with one penning on X: “I don’t think we see enough of Joe Biden to make an informed decision. We all know the media heavily manipulates what we do see, however I’m not sure someone of 81, who has shown he has some problems, is capable of making the decisions Biden needs to make.”

Another suggested: “They should let Let Kamala stand for President”, while a third wrote: “I wonder if maybe President Biden has Alzheimer’s or dementia but fears that it being made public would be damaging to his reputation. If he has either of those conditions, ppl should be more understanding than fearful/judgemental.”

On Monday, June 17, the White House criticised the Republican party for relaying videos meant to show Joe Biden’s mental and physical decline, claiming the images had been manipulated.

“It tells you everything that we need to know about how desperate Republicans are here”, said Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, branding the videos “cheap fakes.”

If there’s one wardrobe staple Loose Women’s Linda Robson loves, it’s a midi dress. One of her latest outfits comes from a celeb-loved fashion brand and is perfect for the summer months.

The 66-year-old hit the ITV talk show panel last week on June 13 wearing a Denim Blue Smock Rochelle Midi Dress from Nobody’s Child. It’s the ultimate throw-on-and-go piece that requires minimal effort for maximum impact, and has a ‘big bonus’ according to shoppers.

Priced at £75, the easy-dressing number is cut in a stylish smock shape with a tiered hem that falls to a midi length. With a height of 5’4”, Linda and her stylists are well aware that their calf-length hemlines flatter her petite frame, and this dress is no different.

While Linda’s dark indigo version is selling fast, it’s also available in a ‘sunshine-infused light blue wash’ with mid-length puff sleeves – another of the Loose Women star’s signature silhouettes. The oversized fit is perfect for anyone who is a little self conscious of their tum, disguising the waist without being shapeless. And fashion fans will no doubt be excited that it has pockets.

The dress, which is also sold at John Lewis, has received a number of five star reviews from shoppers, one of which said: “Bought this with a Personal Shopper – she was wearing it and gave me the confidence to try it too. It hangs really well and has generous side pockets (big bonus). Bit long for me (I’m 5’2″) but with a bit of a modification it’s fantastic. Will be wearing it on holiday in a couple months of weeks.”

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Another added: “Nice soft fabric in beautiful colour. Perfect for spring/summer season.” While a third penned: “What a lovely feel and fitting dress. Can’t wait to wear it just need some Spring like weather soon.”

However, one person said it was ‘way too long’, commenting: “This dress is gorgeous and great quality- I like the structure and style. However- it was way too long on me- it was maxi length (I’m 5ft7) and would have needed to be altered to take a few inches off – so sadly I sent it back.”

We think this dress is perfect for styling with sandals and a straw bag this summer, but equally, sport some trainers so you can look chic on your errand runs.

Another high street midi dress Linda wore recently is the Black Floral Puff Sleeve Shift Midi Dress, from River Island. The £50 dress boasts a large patterned floral print with on trend puff sleeves, perfect for showing off her tan after coming back from a holiday.

Some of our favourites in recent weeks include this Bella Pink Textured Midi Dress from Phase Eight, and this Cos Oversized Grandad-Collar Shirt Dress. But if you’re heading on holiday or fancy a new outfit for your summer plans, you can buy her £75 Nobody’s Child dress here.

Newly single Ruth Langsford was all smiles as she reunited with her former Strictly Come Dancing partner Anton Du Beke as she continues to enjoy her time off from Loose Women

Newly-single Ruth Langsford is making the most of her time off, with the Loose Women anchor catching up with her old friend Anton Du Beke on Thursday night.

The broadcaster, who recently split from husband Eamonn Holmes, was all smiles as she cosied up to her one-time Strictly Come Dancing partner on Instagram – making a plea to the dancer as she shared the snap with fans.

Anton is currently busy gracing the stage with former Strictly professional Giovanni Pernice in their production ‘Anton and Giovanni Together’. As the duo performed in Guildford on Thursday night, Ruth was on hand to watch her old pal wow an audience.

“Great night watching @mrantondubeke and @giovannipernice,” Ruth gushed as she shared a video of the show on her Instagram Stories. “Go and see it if you can. Fantastic dancers. Fantastic singers. Fantastic band.

 

After the show, Ruth snuck backstage to give Anton a cuddle and make a plea. Ruth, who was partnered with Anton for the 15th series of Strictly back in 2017, captioned the sweet reunion snap of herself and the performer: “Thanks for inviting me Partner. @mrantondubeke. If one of the dancers needs a day off you know where I am.”

Ruth is currently taking a break from our screens following her shock split from husband Eamonn. Earlier this month, it was revealed that Ruth would enjoy a holiday away from her Loose Women duties as she navigates life a single woman. The star has reportedly been left feeling “hurt” after finding out that her estranged husband Eamonn has been seeking comfort in the company of another woman, with whom he’s had several outings.

Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford split after 14 years of marriage last month

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It’s understood that Ruth was completely unaware of their excursions together until recently, and this revelation has played a significant role in their decision to end their marriage. Additionally, she’s been “deeply upset” by insinuations that she’s abandoned her marriage due to Eamonn’s health issues.

Sources close to the couple are saying there’s “no way back” for their relationship, which seems destined for divorce. Ruth, aged 64, will extend her absence through June but is gearing up to return to the ITV programme in July. She last appeared on our screens in May.

A friend told the Mirror earlier this month: “Ruth was hurt when she learned about Eamonn’s friendship with another woman but she is strong and she will be back soon with a smile on her face, putting her best foot forward, as she always does. She needs a bit of time to regroup after everything that’s gone on, which is understandable, but she plans to return to Loose Women, with renewed vigour, in July.” A spokesperson for Ruth Langsford said: “Ruth had holiday time booked from Loose Women and has extended her leave. She’s looking forward to returning to the show in due course.”

Linda Robson, who starred in The Bill and Birds of a Feather, said her weight had “yo-yoed so much over the years” as she also hit headlines in 2017 due to her extreme weight loss

Linda Robson has opened up about a diet that was “so strict” it came with a catalogue of “revolting” side effects.

The Loose Women star, 66, who openly admitted to struggling with her weight and body image, has tried everything from WeightWatchers to slimming pills, but insisted they’re “all horrible”.

She said one particular diet, which involved her living on packet soups, snack bars and milkshakes, made her breath stink and her hair fall out, while she was “starving the whole time”.

Linda told Woman magazine: “I’ve spent most of my life on one sort of diet or another, even when I probably didn’t need to. I’ve done WeightWatchers and used slimming pills – I’ve tried just about every one available, and they’re all horrible.”

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She added: “They either give you diarrhoea or they send you hyper. The plan (with one diet) was so strict, and the side effects I experienced were revolting.

“My hair started falling out, my breath stank, and because I was literally living on packet soups, a snack bar and a milkshake – that’s all I would have all day – I was starving the whole time.”

She said it’s “not sustainable” and knew she “couldn’t last on it forever”, but as soon as she started eating like a “normal person” again, the weight “went back on”.

Linda, who admitted her weight had “yo-yoed so much over the years”, hit headlines in 2017 due to her extreme weight loss, which she found was down to abstaining from alcohol and sugar.

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The Birds of a Feather actress said at the time that she felt “better” than she had done in “years”, but Linda was in the throes of some serious health issues, including alcoholism, OCD, and insomnia.

Reflecting on this time in her life, she said: “After I stopped drinking the wine, I went down to a size eight, and everyone was telling me how good I looked because of the weight loss, but inside, I was falling apart.

“I was spending whole days crying, and I looked absolutely terrible, really skinny like a skeleton… It was as if I was at death’s door, with hollowed-out cheeks and lines etched across my face.”

Fortunately, Linda started her journey to recovery after entering rehab in 2019, regaining weight and noticing a marked difference in her self-confidence.

She said she’s “never felt more confident” or “at ease” with who she is or how she looks, and remains sober to this day. In addition to cutting alcohol, Linda is a vegetarian and avoids fizzy drinks, but still enjoys the “odd biscuit.”

Linda said: “Life can change in a split second. I’m determined to give everything a go. I’d doing more in my 60s than I’ve ever done. I can’t think of anything worse than retiring. I’d be bored out of my mind!”

Prince Harry says he wasn’t allowed to get close to royals as ‘distance was essential’

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle left the Royal Family four years ago and have since spoken out about life behind palace walls, with Harry making an emotional admission

Prince Harry has made a heartbreaking admission about his time in the Royal Family as he said “distance was essential”.

The Duke of Sussex stepped down as a senior working royal four years ago and has opened up about life behind Palace walls in the years since. Harry has made a number of bombshell claims about the royals in various interviews and even released an explosive memoir, Spare.

In the book, he said could “never cross that chasm” and be close with his family. Harry even claimed to have been denied hugs and kisses when he was a child.

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Harry wrote: “As a Royal you were always taught to maintain a buffer zone between you and the rest of Creation. Even working a crowd you always kept a discreet distance between Yourself and Them.”

He said distance was “an essential bit of being royal,” and revealed it didn’t just relate to crowds. He explained: “Family included distance as well.

“No matter how much you might love someone, you could never cross that chasm between, say, monarch and child. Or Heir and Spare. Physically, but also emotionally.”

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Harry said his brother Prince William would often ask him to give him space and said the older generation of the Royal Family “maintained a nearly zero-tolerance prohibition on all physical contact”.

This included no hugs, no kisses and no pats. On special occasions, however, the Duke of Sussex said their might be “a light touching of cheeks.”

In Spare, Harry detailed his childhood in the public eye as well as his experience with drugs in his older years. He also opened up about an explosive row he had with his brother William, during which the Prince of Wales allegedly called Harry’s wife Meghan “difficult”, “rude” and “abrasive”. Harry claims his brother then “grabbed me by the collar, ripping my necklace, and he knocked me to the floor”.

Meghan Markle Is Considered A B-Class Actress, Unable To Adapt To Royal Life But Still Dreams Of Being An International Superstar

Sharing with 9Honey, Katie Nicholl, a royal commentator, said that Meghan Markle’s B-list acting career in the US did not help the actress have a smooth transition to royal life. Nicholl said: ” I think what she encountered when she entered the royal family was almost impossible to predict and certainly her experience as a B-list actress could not have helped her .”

When Harry and Meghan announced their engagement in November 2017, many commentators thought Meghan would easily adapt to royal life and handle the media attention. However, it turns out that’s not the case. In a documentary about her trip to South Africa broadcast in the fall of 2019, the mother of one child admitted that she did not anticipate the scale of the press’s stalking and reporting.

” As an actress, she’s had her photos taken before. She thought she could handle being in the limelight. But in reality, I think Meghan can’t handle being the most famous woman in the world. From what she said in the documentary in Africa, this became even clearer. The more she tried to make it seem easier, the more difficult it became ,” Nicholl added.

Meghan was said to be too delusional about her own strength.

Meghan blamed the British media for invading her privacy and causing the Sussexes’ lives to be seriously affected. Yet in reality, Meghan chose America, where paparazzi are more active than ever. Considered a B-list actress, Meghan is constantly ambitious about a future of becoming a global celebrity.

Many people think that Meghan Markle is too delusional about herself. Meghan’s first project returning to film when she became the narrator in the Disney documentary Elephant did not achieve the desired success. Meghan’s role became blurred and did not create a high impact.

The Duchess of Sussex wants to take on a role in a superhero movie, but so far she has not received any valuable invitations to cooperate. Many opinions say that Meghan’s abilities are limited. Thanks to the royal family, she became more famous, but she could not adapt to the new environment and decided to return to her acting career with the ambition of becoming a top star. A. However, until now, Meghan’s dream has remained stagnant.

Meghan’s acting career is still at a standstill.

Kate Middleton’s Bombshell Admission: The Secret Strategy Behind King Charles and Prince Harry’s Unresolved Feud

 

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan will arrive Nigeria on Friday, 10 May, 2024 for a 3-day private visit.

 

The couple is visiting Nigeria on the invitation of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa to interact with wounded soldiers. Director Sports, Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Air Vice Marshal Abidemi Marquis who disclosed this on Thursday said the founder of Invictus games will spend three days in Nigeria, interacting with wounded soldiers and their families.

Marquis said the visit scheduled from 10th to 13th May 2024 will help the wounded soldiers in their recovery efforts. “We realised that 80% of our soldiers have been involved in this recovery programme, they are getting better. Their outlook to life is positive,” AVM Marquis said.

He added that the visit will aid their recovery “to improve their personal self-esteem to improve their mental health. Their emotional intelligence has been improved and also their families seeing them, as they used to be breadwinners who is capable of continue living. So this engagement with Invictus is giving us the opportunity for the recovery for our soldiers.”

He further stated that being a member of the Invictus community, the visit will lay credence to the acceptance of the Nigerian Armed Forces. He further stressed that the visit has become essential to Nigeria’s plan to hosting an Invictus game. AVM Marquis also stressed on the need to build a state-of –the-art structure for the management of the wounded and injured soldiers, “particularly the post-traumatic syndrome and the post-traumatic stress syndrome that are manifesting due to our engagement in the counter -insurgency operation”.

He disclosed that the couple would visit Kaduna and Lagos states where they will also interact with the governors of the states. “So, to be specific, now, they will be arriving here tomorrow (Friday) and they will be received, and the reception will be a quiet reception because they will be traveling 14 hours to get to this place. They will be taken to the hotel.

He said after resting at the hotel, the couple will return to visit Chief of Defence Staff by 12 noon on Friday. The Director added that Prince Harry and wife would visit their own the Wuse Light Academy, an institution being supported by their non-governmental organization before seeing the Nigeria’s security chief.

Subsequently, they will proceed to Kaduna State to visit the Nigerian Army Reference Hospital where the wounded and injured soldiers are kept for their medical recovery. “On Saturday, we’ll be having like an exhibition of novelty match. The CDS team and the Duke team will be having a volleyball match at armed forces officers mess in the morning. And this is just to engage with the wounded and injured soldiers. It’s a sitting volleyball match coming in the morning.

“So after that, we have a programme for them by 01:00 pm. A reception, where they will be interacting with families of wounded and injured soldiers and families of soldiers and officers killed in action and service members generally,” the Director said.

On Sunday, AVM Marquis said the couple will pay a courtesy visit on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, and also visit a basketball court for the school their NGO is supporting in Lagos where a basketball exhibition Match will be held. A reception is also expected to be organised for the couple on Sunday before returning to Abuja in preparation for their departure from the country on Monday.