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LGBTQ2+ Community Wants FG To Stop Law Criminalizing Same Sex Relationships

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…Celebrates Pride Parade 2024 in Canada It was yet another day at the Toronto LGBTQ2S+ Pride Parade, as thousands of people came out in their numbers to celebrate the Toronto LGBTQ2S+ Parade 2024. Like always, the community came out in one…

Delta Set To Equip Drug Rehabilitation Centre In Kwale With Qualified Professionals, Oborevwori Assures

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sher­iff Oborevwori, recently disclosed that his administration was build­ing a drug rehabilitation centre in Kwale, Ndokwa West Local Govern­ment Area of the state, where those affected by drug abuse could…

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Commendations As Gov Oyebanji Swears In Second Female HoS

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LAGOS – Commendations followed the Tuesday inauguration of the new Head of Service (HoS), Dr (Mrs) Folakemi Olomojobi by Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, The Governor who urged her to sustain ongoing reforms in the state’s civil…

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Tackling Nigeria’s Economic Misnomer

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The country is faced with so many challenges. The problem facing Nigeria is not only that of reducing poverty, but also that of saving a chunk of humanity by creating the capacity to coalesce the most populous Black Country into the comity…

Niger Gov Donates ₦10m To Badminton Federation

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MINNA – Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago has donated the sum of ten Million Naira (₦10m) to the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), expressing preparedness of his administration to support any group that is working for overall…

Eulogies Pour As Dein Keagborekuzi I, Who Ascended The Throne At Age Two, Marks 47th Birthday

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The ancient Agbor Kingdom reverberated with joy and celebration as Dein Keag­borekuzi I, the youngest monarch born to rule, marked his 47th birthday. The festivities, steeped in tradition and regal splendor, capti­vated the hearts of the…

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Ndubuisi Donates Computers To Anambra Schools

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ABUJA – Abuja-based business mogul and philanthropist, Dr. Christopher Ndubuisi (Ikenga Umuawulu), has donated sets of laptop computers to selected schools in Anambra State. The laptop computers were pre­sented to over 50 senior prefects…

Eziowelle Community Elects New Executive

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AWKA – Despite court injunctions and social media attacks orchestrated by some people in Eziowelle community to thwart the town union election, the civic centre was filled to capacity at the weekend as the branches of Ezio­welle…

Don’t Pay To Apply For Prepaid Meter, EEDC Warns S’East Residents

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ENUGU – The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has cautioned South-East residents against falling victim to any individual or group demanding money from them to process their prepaid meter application. The company noted that…

We’re All Equal As Members Of Parliament, No Discrimination – Kalu

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ABUJA – Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Right Honourable Benjamin Kalu has declared that all members of the parliament are colleagues and equal irrespective of their political affiliations, economic or social backgrounds.…

Nri Ezeship Crisis: Adoption Of Amended Nri Traditional Constitution Crucial To Peaceful Selection Of Eze Nri – Akamkpisi

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AWKA – Nri, one of the ancient king­doms in Anaocha Local Gov­ernment Area of Anambra State, is about to erupt into a crisis of succession to the vacant stool of Eze- Nri if urgent steps are not taken by the Anambra State govern­ment to…

FCTA Commits To Enhancing Food Security, Climate Resilience

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ABUJA – The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting food production and national food security through robust support and initiatives. This commitment was articulated by FCT Minister of…

Nigerian Workers Have Rights To Share From National Income

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Practices in different parts of the world in­dicate that workers’ centres, like the Ni­geria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), can play important role, albeit non-exclusive, in creating and contributing more enabling…

Explore Bee Farming For Sustainable Income

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Bee farming is one of the agribusi­nesses with great potential to cre­ate wealth along the value chain. You can generate a stream of income by pro­ducing, processing, pack­aging and marketing honey. The business can be done on full time or…

NADCEL 2024: Army Sensitises Students On Career Opportunities, Patriotism, Donates Stationery in Kogi

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LOKOJA – The Nigerian Army (NA), has begun advocacy to students in Kogi state on the career opportunities available to them in the Armed Forces of Nigeria. The event, tagged: “Public Speaking Engagement” was sponsored by the Chief of Army…

Atta Soja’s Inspiring Journey Serves As Beacon Of Hope For Young Boxing Talents

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Ugandan boxer Akhiru Golooba’s remarkable journey is a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and perseverance. From his humble beginnings to his current professional career, his story is a shining example for young boxing talents…

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FG Needs To Develop Oil, Gas Value Chain Around Agric Sector To Revive The Economy – Akporeha

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Comrade (Prince) Williams Akporeha, President, National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), in this interview with SYLVESTER ENOGHASE, speaks on how the Federal Government can fix the critical missing link to develop the…

House Takes Action Against Unfair Practices Targeting Air Peace, Dangote

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ABUJA – The House of Representatives on Tuesday called on the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to immediately stop unfair business practices targeting Air Peace, Dangote, and other Nigerian businesses by…

WUFEDP Fellowship: Kebbi NYCN Felicitates Idris

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BIRNIN KEBBI – Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris was among the three top personalities conferred with fellowship by Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic, Birnin Kebbi during the 14th combined convocation of the institution. Following the award,…

Bago Gives Corpers N200,000 Each, Other Gifts

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Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has announced that Niger Farms would provide a N200,000 incentive to each of the 1,600 corps members assigned to the state, for a total of N320 million. Additionally, Governor Bago said that the state…

Innovative Instruments Key To Development – SEC DG

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ABUJA – Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Dr. Emomotimi Agama has posited that innovative financial instruments have the power to unlock new opportunities, foster growth, and address pressing socio-economic…

Abiodun’s Southern Governors’ Forum: The Challenges Ahead

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Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State commenced the week on a positive note. His fellow governors from the 17 states in Southern Nigeria entrusted him with leadership for the next few years. Elected as the new chairman of the Southern…

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Pays Condolence Visit To VP Shettima’s Wife

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ABUJA – Following the passing of the mother-in-law to the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu on Tuesday took the initiative to pay the family a condolence visit. Recall that the wife of the Vice…

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DHQ Reacts To Multiple Bombings That Kill One Soldier, 20 Others

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ABUJA – The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said that the troops of Joint Task Force OP HADIN KAI in the North East Theatre weekend recorded series of reprehensible terror attacks in Gworza LGA of Borno State. Accordingly, it said one…

S’East Govs Meet In Enugu, Resolved To Interface With Tinubu To Secure Kanu’s Release

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ENUGU – The Southeast Governor’s Forum met in Enugu on Tuesday and resolved to interface with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to secure the release of the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra( IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Chairman of the the forum and…

63 Die As Cholera Continues To Spread

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed that the cholera outbreak has spread to 33 states and that 63 deaths have been reported in the last few weeks, adding to the already dire circumstances surrounding the latest…

Baba Fika, Others, Make SAN LPPC Shortlist

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DAMATURU – Barrister Baba Dala Fika, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has been shortlisted by the Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee (LPPC) for the prestigious rank of the Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). This is…

Democratic Politician Questions Biden’s Competence, Asks Him To Withdraw

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A House Democratic politician has become the first in the party to publicly call for US President Joe Biden to step down as the Democratic nominee for president, citing Mr Biden’s debate performance failing to “effectively defend his many…

Stampede At Religious Event Kills Over 105 People

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A stampede among thousands of people at a religious gathering in northern India has killed at least 105 and left scores injured, officials said Tuesday, with many women and children among the dead. Attendees had rushed to leave the…

Marcus Rashford Set For Talks On Transfer

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Marcus Rashford leaving Manchester United this summer could offer Liverpool a surprise boost in signing one of Europe’s hottest prospects. The 26-year-old is set for talks with United over his future, as reported by our colleagues at the…