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Sanwo-Olu restates support for judiciary, justice

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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday, said his administration would continue to support the judiciary arm of the government and ensure that justice is served even in most trying times.

We expect peaceful Bayelsa guber poll, says US Envoy

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United States (US) Consulate General in Nigeria has said it has been monitoring activities in Bayelsa State ahead of the November 11 governorship election, expecting that it will be peaceful and credible.

‘Government has no confidence in research institutes, our best brains’

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I do not subscribe to arguments or sentiment. I think it is done out of a lack of knowledge of the running of the research institutions. Research institutions are government institutions.

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Why 63rd independence anniversary will be low-key, by FG

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Nigeria’s 63rd Independence anniversary will be low-key, the Federal Government disclosed, yesterday. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, told journalists at a press briefing in Abuja, that President Bola…

FG to reform women ministry, introduce SGBV mobile courts

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Federal Government will be introducing mobile courts as part of efforts to address cases of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), among others. At a briefing in Abuja, yesterday, Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye,...

Tragedy averted as 50-year-old bridge collapses in Enugu

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Tragedy was, yesterday, averted when a 50-year-old Overhead Bridge across the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway at the New Artisan Market in Enugu State, collapsed without human casualty.

Cardoso faces Senate, under FX pressure, loss of confidence

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Barely two days in office as the new helmsman of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr Olayemi Cardoso charged the leadership team of the apex bank with the responsibility of reviewing key policies of the bank, especially those that have…

Senate resumes, screens CBN gov Cardoso, deputy govs today

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As Senate resumes today, it will screen former chairman of the board of Citi Bank Nigeria, Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso, for the position of Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

Deputy governors: Endangered species

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Currently there are two states in which the relationship between the governors and their deputies are as fragile as porcelain. There may be unhappy murmurings in some other states but in Edo and Ondo states there is an obvious...

BRICS summit: China’s proposals for ‘renewed hope’

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From August 22 to 24, the 15th BRICS summit was held in Johannesburg, South Africa. The XV BRICS Summit Johannesburg II Declaration was adopted and issued. This is a fruitful and significant initiative that catches the attention of the…

Nigeria’s top five tier-one banks earn N4.2 trillion in six months

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Top five tier-one Nigerian banks by market capitalisation posted combined gross earnings of N4.2 trillion in their 2023 half-year (H1) operations, a figure that 6.7 per cent less than 2022 full-year earnings.

Labour Party’s pyrrhic victory in Southeast

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One poser that has returned many political watchers to the drawing board is the implication of the current wave of “sack” of members of the Labour Party (LP) in the Southeast region.

NPFL kicks off September 30, winner to get N150 million

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Organisers of the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL), yesterday, disclosed that the 2023/24 season will kick off on Saturday, September 30 in the various centres nationwide. Through a letter addressed to the 20 participating clubs and…

Bank unveils CSI report

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Union Bank of Nigeria, a financial service provider, has released its Sustainability, and Innovation (CSI) report, outlining the bank’s efforts across three pivotal areas - Citizenship, Sustainability, and Innovation.

Commissioner tasks artisans on professionalism

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Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fata, has urged participants at the ongoing Lagos State Master Craftsman Training Programme for Artisans in the Built Sector to be more innovative, enterprising and professional in their conduct.

Akintola Williams (1919 – 2023)

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It has been an ambiance of sobriety and gratitude to the Almighty as the nation celebrates the life and times of Pa Akintola Williams who gloriously bowed out of the terrestrial realm on September 11, 2023, at the ripe age of 104 years.

Labour to declare indefinite strike, mobilises state councils for showdown

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Despite entreaties from the Organised Private Sector (OPS), the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) said it has fully mobilised its 152 state councils and affiliates ahead of its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting today, to decide on a…

Daini seeks evidence from DSS to prove innocence in UI case

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Former medical student of the University of Ibadan College of Medicine, Dr. Oluwole Adeoye Daini has requested the Department of State Services (DSS) to provide some documents and court processes as evidence to extricate itself from felony…

Understanding importance of certificate of occupancy in land ownership

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Getting a Certificate of Occupancy for my property wasn’t easy at all. I spent a lot of money to acquire it, and I spent more than the money I used to purchase the land. It wasn’t a smooth process for me. I was told then to do ratification…

UNESCO seeks end to crimes, impunity against journalists

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This year’s International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists will hold November 2 and 3. The commemoration is holding at the headquarters of the Organisation of American States (OAS) in Washington D.C.

Nigeria records 7,202 diphtheria cases, 453 deaths

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About 7,202 cases of diphtheria and 453 deaths have been recorded in 105 Local Councils across 18 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).In a joint statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, National…

Bayelsa, Kwara, others brought ‘unknown’ athletes to congest hostels, says LOC

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The Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the ongoing Seventh National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State has explained the rationale behind accommodation situation, which has resulted to some athletes sleeping on mattresses on the floor.

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Stakeholders extol virtues of new Lagos AG, task him on reforms

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Scores of legal stakeholders over the weekend eulogised the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Lagos State, Mr. Lawal Pedro over his recent appointment and challenged him to leave an enduring legacy during his time.

Nigeria to reduce oil sector’s contracting cycle to six months

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Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Nigerian Content Development & Monitoring Board (NCDMB), yesterday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with international oil companies (IOCs) to reduce the contracting cycle to 180…

YEDC promotes inclusivity, provides free meters to PwDs

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To promote inclusivity in the power sector, the Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) will provide free prepaid meters to people with disabilities (PwDs).

Police arrest notorious cultist, 18 others in Ogun

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The police in Ogun State have arrested a notorious cultist and kingpin of the Eiye Confraternity, Ogunnibi Hammed.The Guardian gathered that the cultist widely known for his involvement in gruesome attacks against rival cult groups in Ogun…

Coker: Streaming platforms a welcome development, redefining Nollywood

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Kunle Coker, a quintessential and consummate actor, is a man of all ages who could aptly be described as a bridge-builder between the ancient and modern of the entertainment and film industry. In a chat with TOPE TEMPLER OLAIYA, the…

Ganduje, Ogoni monarch laud Tinubu over clean-up, resumption of oil production

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National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, yesterday, applauded President Bola Tinubu over the clean up and resumption of oil production in Ogoni land.

LP cautions ‘soothsayers’ as PDP demands probe of Supreme Court inferno

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Labour Party (LP) has reacted to trending stories suggesting its presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, would soon be arrested. National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, in a statement in Abuja, yesterday, said ordinarily, the stories…

Borodo charges directors to integrate ESG into boardroom operation

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The President of the Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria (CIoD), Tijjani Borodo, has charged directors to incorporate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles into their various boardrooms,