April 16, 2026
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Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren addresses sovereignty, local announcements, and elder care resources in his weekly radio address.
Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren's Weekly Radio Address (in Diné Bizaad) Thursday, April 16, 2026 1. Introduction 2. Navajo Nation Sovereignty Day April 16 marks Navajo Nation Sovereignty Day, honoring the Kerr-McGee Corp. v. Navajo Tribe (1985) Supreme Court decision affirming the Nation's right to tax non-Indian businesses on its land without federal approval The ruling recognized taxation as a core power of sovereignty, setting a precedent for tribes nationwide 3. Local Announcements Missing person: Tenena Benally, 14-year-old female, last seen Monday, April 6, 2026, in Shiprock, NM. Contact 505-368-1350 with any information Located: Neilton Neil Maryboy has been found and is safe Located: Devin Socee Adaky has been found and is safe 4. Frequently Asked Question of the Week Caring for our elders is a sacred responsibility — resources available to support families: DALTCS: senior centers, meals, transportation, caregiver support — (928) 871-6869 | https://daltcs.navajo-nsn.gov NDCFS (Adult & Elder Care / APS): in-home care, case management, elder protection services — (928) 871-6175 | https://ndcfs.org Senior Centers: meals, transportation, activities — contact your local…
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