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In 5 to 10 years, Nigeria can be a developed nation – Obi

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The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential election, Mr Peter Obi, has stated that “in the next 5-10 years, Nigeria has the potential to thrive …

Onuk bags best performing local government chairman award

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The Chairman of Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom state, Barrister Etetim Akpabio Onuk, on Wednesday bagged an award for his emergence as one of the best performing local …

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AU, ECOWAS synergise to mitigate security challenges

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The African Union (AU) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have forged a unified regional approach to mitigate evolving security challenges across the continent. The 15-nation bloc …

Climate change: Anambra distills drainages to save residents

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The Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA), Anambra state, Wednesday, embarked on distilling of drainages around the state capital to save residents from devastating impact of climate change. The Managing …

NPC takes delivery of census equipment from local manufacturer

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The National Population Commission (NPC) has taken delivery of assorted data capturing equipment and accessories in Lagos, ahead of the November 2024 census. Speaking during the handover, Tuesday, Managing Director …

We’ll ensure massive empowerment of girls, women, youth – Tinubu

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Wednesday reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving the lives of girls, women and young people in the country. Speaking at the unveiling of the United Nations …

NCP mulls BOA, NIRSAL merger, injection of fresh capital

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The National Council on Privatisation (NCP) has received key recommendations from its committee on the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), including a proposed merger with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s NIRSAL …

Bello: Group urges Tinubu to curb abuse of power by EFCC

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A political group under the auspices of United Progressive Political Parties (UPPP) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to caution those saddled with the responsibility of enforcing the law to …

Kano assembly clears KANSIEC commissioner-nominee

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The Kano state House of Assembly Committee on Election Matters has successfully cleared Alhaji Lawan Badamasi, the nominee, for confirmation as a member of KANSIEC. During the plenary session, the …

Wade into Ondo APC guber primaries’ crisis, leaders beg Tinubu

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Ondo state leaders of thought in Lagos, under the umbrella of Movement of Truth, Wednesday, called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the crisis that erupted after the All …

NDDC harps on data evidence of projects

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The managing director, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has assured that the era of not having data evidence of projects and programmes is over. Ogbuku, who stated …

NDDC, petroleum ministry to partner on development, power generation

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The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has stated its readiness to partner with the Ministry of Petroleum Resources (Gas) in the implementation of the sustainable development projects and programmes that …

FirstBank emerges best private bank for sustainable investment in Africa

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First Bank of Nigeria Limited has received recognition as the Best Private Bank in Nigeria and Best Private Bank for Sustainable Investment in Africa at the Global Finance ninth annual …

Zulum approves Dlakwa acting VC of Borno state varsity

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The Borno state governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the appointment of Professor Haruna Dantoro Dlakwa as the acting vice chancellor of Borno State University, Maiduguri. Dlakwa’s appointment was contained …

Bullying: Instill moral values in your children, Invictus Africa tells parents

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Invictus Africa has called on parents to understand that the task of instilling moral values in their kids starts with them and cannot be left in the hands of educators. …

Adeleke pledges continuous training of teachers

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Osun state governor, Ademola Adeleke, has reiterated the need for continuous training of teachers on effective strategies for teaching in the classroom. To this end, he stated that about 600 …

Amo Farm supports Remi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative with 1,000 noiler birds

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Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited has supported the Nigerian First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s launch of the South-west Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Women Agricultural Support Programme and Flag-off of the …

FIRS advocates capacity building among CATA members

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President of the Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators (CATA) and chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, has called for increased capacity building to enhance tax administration …

Domestic equity remains bearish, sheds N673bn

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Local equities market experienced a downturn, with the benchmark index slipping by 1.19 per cent to close at 98121.30 points. The NGX All Share Index depreciated by 1190.24 basis points …

Fidelity Bank commends Air Peace performance

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Fidelity Bank Plc has commended Air Peace’s performance since it commenced flight operations about 10 years ago. Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, the Managing Director, Fidelity Bank Plc gave the commendation over …

CBN denies reports on crypto account freezing

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has denied claims made by crypto media, instining that it did not mandate local banks to freeze accounts associated with unlicensed crypto exchanges. The …

Heirs Energies bag Emerging Energy Company of the Year award

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Heirs Energies, Africa’s leading integrated energy company has been awarded the “Emerging Energy Company of the Year” at the inaugural edition of the Energy Times Awards. The ceremony, held amid …

Updated: Multichoice hikes DStv, GOtv prices by 20%

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Broadcasting company, Multichoice, has jacked up the prices of its offerings in Nigeria four months after its last increment. The company reviewed prices in its packages across the board. The …

FG to tackle poverty, insecurity with national financial inclusion agenda

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The Presidency said Wednesday the federal government would tackle poverty and insecurity head on in Nigeria through financial inclusion for all Nigerians. Addressing journalists ahead of the National Stakeholders’ Workshop …

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Time to mitigate inter-agency conflicts

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In the complexities web of governance, the inherent nature of conflicts between different tiers of government are not uncommon. Whether it’s the government agencies versus state governments or federal, these …

Adedeji’s 2024 tax revenue target

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Reactions have continued to greet revelations that the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) under the leadership of Zacch Adedeji generated a whopping ₦12.3 trillion in 2023. This amounts to about …

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Why EFCC withdrew suit against Yahaya Bello – Official

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), has approached the Court of Appeal in Abuja to withdraw the appeal it filed to set aside the interim injunction that barred it …

Breaking: Xavi makes u-turn, to remain Barcelona manager

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Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernandez has reversed his decision to leave Barcelona at the end of the season and will stay on as head coach after talks with the club president, …

Breaking: Liverpool suffer crucial loss to Everton in Premier League title race

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Everton got a fully deserved first derby win at Goodison Park in 14 years, beating Liverpool 2-0, almost certainly ending Jürgen Klopp’s sides hopes of the title. Both sides had …

Father arrested for writing UTME for son – JAMB

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A father has been arrested alongside his son, writing the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for his son, the Registrar, Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, …