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Saturday, Jun 1

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Despite Stay Of Execution Of Judgement, DSS Invade Maitama Property On Asabe’s Order, Lawyer Cries Out

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An Abuja based human rights activist, Barrister Victor Giwa, has cried out over the invasion of a property located at 1, Mekong Close, Maitama by the operatives of the Directorate of State Services, DSS. Two flats in the property, 3B and…

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Keyamo suspends controversial $300 helicopter landing fee amid backlash

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By Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has suspended $300 helicopter landing fee, temporarily. The fee, outsourced to Naebi Dynamic Concept Limited, faced significant backlash from airlines…

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IGAD partners with ECOWAS to enhance migration statistics, free movement policies

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To strengthen cooperation between African sub-regional institutions, officials from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) went on a 4-day learning mission to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission…

BATN advocates for progressive regulation to achieve smoke-free economy

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By Motolani Oseni The British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN) has advocated the implementation of sustainable regulation for smokeless nicotine and tobacco products, such as vapour products, to achieve a smoke-free economy in the country.…

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Nigerian Navy targets 60% local warship building capability by 2030

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By Temitope Adebayo The chief of naval staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla said, the Nigerian Navy aims to achieve at least 60 per cent local ship-building capability before 2030. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the International…

Access Bank strengthens customer ties with new ‘B-‘ ratings, N365bn capital boost

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By Temitope Adebayo Access Bank has promised to continue to strengthen customers’ relationships even as Fitch Ratings has affirmed the bank’s Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘B-‘ with a Positive Outlook with Fitch expecting the…

ASR Africa begins construction of research lab at Federal University, Lokoja

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By Motolani Oseni The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa) has commenced the construction of a world-class research laboratory for the Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State. This is in continuation of ASR Africa’s various…

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Toyin Abraham disgusted over husband’s kissing scene with Zainab Bakare

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Star actress Toyin Abraham, could not hide her displeasure after watching a romantic scene in a new movie featuring her husband Kolawole Ajeyemi and actress Zainab Bakare. Toyin Abraham reprimanded her hubby and her fellow actress Zainab…

Why I brushed six times after my kissing scene in film – Tiwa Savage

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Sultry singer and actress Tiwa Savage, has revealed that before she appeared in her first kissing role in her new movie, ‘Water and Garri’, she brushed her teeth up to five to six times so that she will not mess up the scene. The mother of…

Kate Henshaw openly professes love for Eniola

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Veteran Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw may have set tongues wagging over her professed love and affection for young social media influencer Adeoluwa Prince Enioluwa. The talented thespian described Enioluwa as a son and blessed the day…

Ramsey Nouah, Joy Odiete, Chris Odeh unveil BRS Studios

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A new vista has opened in the area of film and audio-visual productions as the trio- Ramsey Nouah, Joy Efe Odiete and Chris Odeh have pooled resources together to birth a state of the art production platform named BRS Studios. The…

Does Saida Boj really charge N20m to open her legs?

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Fast rising content creator, Sarah Idaji Ojone aka Saida Boj, has sparked off a debate on the social media after she confessed that she was ready to open her legs for any man who makes her comfortable by giving her ₦20m to ₦50m every week…

Be my ‘Baby Mama’, TikToker Peller, tells Korra Obidi

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TikToker Habeeb Hamzat aka Peller, has caused an online buzz after he asked sensual dancer Korra Obidi to be his ‘Baby Mama’ during a live session on TikTok. He slammed this request on the mother of two after defeating her in a game on…

Economic hardship making it harder now to make people laugh – Owen Gee

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Owen Osamwengie, popularly known as Owen Gee is a multi-talented Nigerian entertainer that has honed his trade in the showbiz industry for more than 25 years. He speaks more in this exclusive interview with ORJI ONYEKWERE. Do you have a…

Price hike: FCCPC visits Osun markets, meets market leaders

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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission(FCCPC) on Friday visited markets in Osun on a fact-finding mission to ascertain factors responsible for hike in food prices. The FCCPC officials visited Olufi Market in Ayedaade…

NAGIS collects N536m revenue in 4 months, says DG

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The Director-General, Nasarawa State Geographical Information Services (NAGIS), Mr Sonny Agassi, said the agency generated N536 million as revenue between January and April 2024. Agassi made this known when he led other management staff of…

Dana Air CEO meets Minister of Aviation, hints on fresh investment, new fleet of aircraft

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Dana Air, one of Nigeria’s leading airlines has announced a significant step forward in its journey towards a vibrant resurgence in the aviation sector. The CEO of Dana Air, Jacky Hathiramani disclosed this recently in Abuja during a…

We’ll make Nigeria African hub of the global electric vehicle revolution – Tinubu

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By Tunde Opalana President Bola Tinubu said Nigeria can become an African hub of the global electric vehicle revolution if the nation’s abundant gas resources are maximally harnessed. The President said this on Friday while commissioning…

Minimum Wage: Labour declares indefinite nationwide strike June 3

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…N60,000 FG’s offer amounts to loaf of bread daily – Ajaero By UKPONO UKPONG The organised labour under the auspices of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) ant Trade Union Congress (TUC) have announced an indefinite nationwide strike set to…

Friday, May 31

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Unbridled attacks on military personnel will affect troops’ morale, DHQ warns citizens

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BY ANDREW OROLUA Again, the Nigerian military on Thursday strongly condemned the level of unprovoked attacks on its personnel by some citizens and public analysts on National TV programmes, warning that unbridled attacks could adversely…

10,000 government employees hired by Wike fired by Fubara

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Just before he left office, Governor Siminalayi Fubara revoked the 10,000 positions in the Rivers state civil service that his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, had granted. But Fubara declared that the recruitment would be canceled on Friday…

Sit-at-home: S’East Govs’ Forum condemns attack on soldiers in Abia

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The South East Governors’ Forum has condemned Thursday morning attack which left two Soldiers dead at a checkpoint at Aba in Abia. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) gathered that the attack, which occurred at Obikabia junction in Aba, was…

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Autonomy for Local Governments: S’Court gives Govs 7 days to file defence to FG’s suit

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…Orders FG to file reply within two days …Hearing of suit to begin June 13 BY ANDREW OROLUA The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the 36 state governors to file their respective defences to a suit instituted against their states by the…

Tinubu to Governors: Prioritise needs of local communities

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President Bola Tinubu has appealed to state governors to prioritise the needs of local communities by ensuring accountability and effectiveness in the administration of local governments. The President made this remark on Thursday at a…

Rivers political crisis: Court sacks 25 defected lawmakers

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By Amaka Agbu A Port Harcourt High Court, on Thursday, declared vacant the seats of 25 lawmakers who defected from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State to the All Progressives Party (APC). The Court also restrained…

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Fatimah Bolarinwa Honored with Prestigious Sustainable Development Leadership Award

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Economist and sustainability development advocate Fatimah Bolarinwa has been awarded the most prestigious Sustainable Development Leadership Award in Nigeria by CSR Reporters. The recognition highlights her contributions to the field of…

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Sit-at-home: 30m Biafrans votes for Biafra self-referendum- BRGIE

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The Prime Minister of Biafra Republic Government in Exile, Simon Ekpa says over 30 million Biafrans have voted for self-referendum. Ekpa disclosed this in a statement through his official account handle on Thursday, noting that the flare…

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OSVAN launch platform to block tax collection leakages in Nigeria

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Osvan services has launched its fintech platform for E-commerce, and an enhanced Tax collection system. Avanrenren Osamede Leonard, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), OSVAN Services said that the platform aims to leverage cutting-edge…

Western Digital showcases world’s highest capacity 2.5” portable HDD, other innovative storage solutions at GITEX Africa 2024

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Western Digital, a global leader in data storage solutions, is currently showcasing its latest innovations at GITEX Africa, which runs from 27-31 May 2024. Among the highlights are the world’s highest storage capacity in a 2.5″ portable…

Thursday, May 30

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How aviation can prevent future accidents – Najomo

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BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Capt. Chris Najomo, the Ag. Director-General Civil Aviation (ADGCA) has given a clue on how the global aviation industry, including Nigeria could prevent future accidents in the sector. Speaking at the 10th edition…