Army faults ex-soldiers claims on his dismissal
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The Nigerian Army has dismissed the claims made by ex-military personnel, Trooper Ahunanya, in an interview he recently granted which has since gone viral on social media platforms. In a statement by the Director of Army Public Relations, Onyema Nwachukwu, on Wednesday titled, Beware of Trooper Temple Ahunanyas antics to defraud innocent citizens,Ahunanya was arrested Read More
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My super expensive lifestyle keeps me going BBNaija star, Ka3na
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Nigerian reality TV star, Kate Jones, popularly known as Ka3na, has taken to social media to reveal that her super expensive lifestyle is the reason she hasnt given up. Ka3na, who was one of the housemates in the 2020 edition of Big Brother Naija season 5, on Wednesday, took to her Instagram story to reveal Read More
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Prof Tomori appointed as member WHO COVID-19 Technical Advisory Group
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
A professor of virology and former vice-chancellor of the Redeemers University, Ede, Oyewale Tomori, has been appointed to serve as a member of the World Health Organisations Technical Advisory Group on COVID-19 vaccine composition. According to a statement on Wednesday, the Technical Advisory Group on COVID-19 vaccine composition is an independent group of experts that Read More
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Late NAFDAC DG Dora Akunyilis husband Chike, seven others killed in Anambra
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Dr. Chike Akunyili, widower of the late Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, Dora Akunyili, has been killed by gunmen at Nkpor, in the Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Seven other persons where also killed in the incident, yet-to-be-confirmed reports allege. The incident reportedly happened on Read More
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Bus conductor docked for allegedly attempting to rape girl
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
A 22-year-old bus conductor, Mufutau Kodri was on Wednesday docked in a Badagry Magistrates' Court in Lagos State for allegedly attempting to rape an 18-year-oldThe post Bus conductor docked for allegedly attempting to rape girl appeared first on Vanguard News.
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BREAKING: Makinde presents N294.5billion 2022 budget to Oyo Assembly
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde on Wednesday presented a budget of N294.5 billion to the State House of Assembly for the 2022 fiscal yearThe post BREAKING: Makinde presents N294.5billion 2022 budget to Oyo Assembly appeared first on Vanguard News.
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We didn't kill late Dora Akunyili's husband ' IPOB
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Following the death of Dr Chike Akunyili, husband to late former Director General of NAFDAC and Minister of Information, Prof Dora Akunyili, the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Wednesday denied killing the victim.The post We didn't kill late Dora Akunyili's husband ' IPOB appeared first on Vanguard News.
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BREAKING: Court prohibits FG from retrying ex-Abia Gov, Uzor Kalu
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Wednesday, barred the Federal Government from retrying the former Governor of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu...The post BREAKING: Court prohibits FG from retrying ex-Abia Gov, Uzor Kalu appeared first on Vanguard News.
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18 Corps members test positive for COVID-19 in Niger
Thu, 05 Aug 2021
Eighteen National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members posted to Niger State have been confirmed to have exhibited COVID-19 symptoms.The Corps members were said to have tested positive, following a test conducted on them by the state Ministry of Health.Information Commissioner Sani Idris, who announced this while addressing reporters yesterday in Minna, the state capital, said the development had spurred the state to resuscitate its COVID-19 task force and ensure the observance of all safety proto
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Buni can continue to lead APC, says ex-Law School DG Tahir
Thu, 05 Aug 2021
A former Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, Prof. Tahir Mamman (SAN), yesterday said Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni can still continue to be the chairman of the Caretaker and Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), despite the recent judgment of the Supreme Court.He said Bunis position does not contradict Section 183 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.The former Law School boss said Buni could proceed wit
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Ondo poll: Why I didnt join Buni in suit against Akeredolu, by Jegede
Thu, 05 Aug 2021
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in last years governorship election in Ondo State, Eyitayo Jegede, has said the Caretaker Committee Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who is Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni, was not joined as a respondent in his petition because of the immunity the governor enjoys.Jegede said the tribunal would have struck out the petition at the first hearing, if Buni were joined in the suit.Speaking at a meeting with PDP leaders at the partys secret
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U.S. Consul General expresses concerns about press freedom in Nigeria
Thu, 05 Aug 2021
United States Consul General Claire Pierangelo has expressed concern about the introduction of new legislations that muzzle the press in Nigeria, urging journalists and activists to protect press freedom.Speaking on Wednesday at a programme titled: A Conversation on Press Freedom, Freedom of Expression and Civic Space in Nigeria held at her official residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, Pierangelo said though Nigeria had a vibrant democracy and a relatively free press, the suspension of micro-blogging plat
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Old Mutual Expresses Commitment to Maximise Opportunities in Nigerian
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Old Mutual Expresses Commitment to Maximise Opportunities in Nigerian
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AIICO Set to Lead in Customer Service Enhancement
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
AIICO Set to Lead in Customer Service Enhancement
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Fidelity Bank to Develop SMEs Capacity in Non-oil Exports Sector
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Fidelity Bank to Develop SMEs Capacity in Non-oil Exports Sector
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Chronicling Shoprites Acquisition, Why Initial Fears May Be Premature
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Chronicling Shoprites Acquisition, Why Initial Fears May Be Premature
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Stakeholders insist INEC embraces Kaduna council election template
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The September 4 2021 local government election in Kaduna State, conducted under Governor Nasir El Rufai of All Progressives Congress (APC), using Electronic Voting System ...The post Stakeholders insist INEC embraces Kaduna council election template appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Abuja agog as sports federations hold elections tomorrow
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Prospective board members of the 23 national sports federations have started arriving Abuja for the national elections billed to hold tomorrow at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium. The post Abuja agog as sports federations hold elections tomorrow appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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D'Tigress face U.S., Australia, Brazil, Canada in FIBA World Cup qualifiers
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
African champions, D'Tigress of Nigeria, will have to go through the proverbial eye of the needle to qualify for the 2022 FIBA Women World Cup. The post D'Tigress face U.S., Australia, Brazil, Canada in FIBA World Cup qualifiers appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Nigeria arrives Rwanda, begins defence of African U-19 Cricket title Friday
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Nigeria's national U-19 cricket team, Junior Yellow-Green, has arrived in Kigali, Rwanda, where it will defend the African title that earned the team a first Cricket World Cup appearance.The post Nigeria arrives Rwanda, begins defence of African U-19 Cricket title Friday appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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I Will Walk The Streets N*ked If - Media Personality, Denrele Reveals
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
According to Denrele, he would excitedly walk the streets of Lagos nude while screaming in peoples faces.
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BBNaija: How I Was Blindfolded After Fake Eviction Angel Reveals
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
On Sunday, Pere and Angel who had faced fake eviction during the live show were pitted against each other for them to continue as finalists on the show.
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BREAKING: Gov Makinde Presents N294.5billion 2022 Budget To Oyo Assembly
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Makinde noted that the focus of his administration is to move the state forward from poverty to prosperity while presenting the budget.
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Fraud: EFCC Seeks Forfeiture Of 20 Billion Kogi State Salary Loan
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
This comes after EFCC accused officials of Kogi State government of diverting the N20 billion bailout secured by the state government to pay workers.
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R. Kelly can be redeemed' - US politician, Danny Davis deserves a second chance after serving time for racketeering and sex crimess
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
R. Kelly can be redeemed' - US politician, Danny Davis deserves a second chance after serving time for racketeering and sex crimess
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Young woman allegedly brutalised by her boyfriend in Bayelsa
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Young woman allegedly brutalised by her boyfriend in Bayelsa
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Missing drunk man lost in woods ends up joining search party to look for himself
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Missing drunk man lost in woods ends up joining search party to look for himself
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Update: Dora Akunyili's husband struggled for life as onlookers did nothing after he was attacked (photos)
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Update: Dora Akunyili's husband struggled for life as onlookers did nothing after he was attacked (photos)
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Why Ethiopian Airlines spearheaded Single African Air Transport Market policy WoldeMariam
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
From Chinelo Obogo, Addis Ababa Ethiopian Airlines has revealed that it spearheaded the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) policy so that it would give African airlines the opportunity to dominate African skies. Speaking during a tour of Ethiopian Airlines facilities at its Addis Ababa corporate headquarters, the acting Chief Commercial Officer, Mr Esayas WoldeMariam, []The post Why Ethiopian Airlines spearheaded Single African Air Transport Market policy WoldeMariam appeared first on
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CBNs eNaira hailed for opening economy for more inclusion
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
From Fred Itua, Abuja The African Centre for Justice and Human Rights (ACJHR) has described the decision by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to introduce a digital currency, eNaira, from October 1 as a welcome development. The Acting Director of Operations and Programmes Development of ACJHR, Bridget Akpeh, made the position of the centre []The post CBNs eNaira hailed for opening economy for more inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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Leverage 5G technology to tackle insecurity, Pantami tells security agencies
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof Isa Pantami, has called on security institutions in the country to take advantage of the 5G technology network recently approved for deployment by the Federal Government and leverage its potential to effectively tackle security challenges. Prof Pantami made the call Tuesday while delivering []The post Leverage 5G technology to tackle insecurity, Pantami tells security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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Health unions to FG: Act now to avoid shutdown of hospitals, health facilities
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations (AHPA) have cautioned the Federal Government to immediately address its demands for health workers or risk a fresh strike. This was stated in a statement issued Tuesday by JOHESU National Chairman Biobelemoye Josiah. Recall that the umbrella body for []The post Health unions to FG: Act now to avoid shutdown of hospitals, health facilities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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JUST-IN: Gunmen Kill Late Prof Dora Akunyili's Husband
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Unidentified gunmen have reportedly killed Mr Chike Akunyili, the husband of late Prof. Dora Akunyuli, who was the director-general of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). Akunyuli was killed at Nkpor Junction Idemili, North local government area of Anambra State on Tuesday, September 28, 2021. He was said to have []
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Skills Acquisition, Panacea To Nigeria's Unemployment Scourge ' Ari
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
On September 26, you clocked five years in the saddle. What is your assessment of the journey so far' The journey can be captured as interesting and equally challenging. From the inception, the way and manner we saw the organisation, we have every reason to bow to God in thanksgiving for how He has taken []
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Congresses: The Raging Battle For APC Soul In Enugu, Abia
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The recent ward and local government congresses of the All Progressives Congress (APC) drew mixed reactions across the country. While the exercises were smooth in some states, in others, it widened the gulf among already warring camps of the party. As much as such reaction was not unexpected in the context of contest for power, []
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AfCFTA To Open Export Opportunities For States
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
State governments in the country have been urged to take up the opportunities that the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) will open up on exports of local produce. This call was made by the secretary, National Action Committee on AfCFTA, and the senior special assistant to the president on Public Sector []
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Dora Akunyilis Husband Battled For His Life As Passers-by Ignored Him
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
A video has surfaced showing late Dr Chike Akunyili, husband of former NAFDAC boss, Late Professor Dora Akunyili, shortly after he was attacked by unknown gunmen in Nkpor, Anambra state on Tuesday, September 28. In the video obtained late Akunyili could be seen lying on the floor with his bloodied eyes and opened skull. He []The post Dora Akunyilis Husband Battled For His Life As Passers-by Ignored Him appeared first on Gistlover.
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Forensic Evidence Of How Baba Ijesha S*Ually Molested Comedienne Princess Daughter
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Results for Forensic allegedly reveals that actor Olanrewaju James popularly known as Baba Ijesha inserted a car key into comedienne Princess foster daughters private part. The forensic report which was presented in today, September 28, hearing revealed details that showed how Baba Ijesha put foreign material into the minors vagina. A child forensic expert, Olabisi []The post Forensic Evidence Of How Baba Ijesha S*Ually Molested Comedienne Princess Daughter appeared first on Gistlover.
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Nigerian Police is Gruesomely Dirty Wike Slams
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike, asks at the commissioning of a police barracks in Port Harcourt, the state capital, Why dirtiness a sickness anywhere police officers live' Reacting to this nigerians affirms the wikes postulations of nigerian police being the most dirtiest place, that any environment they tend to inhabit gradually turns to a slum. []The post Nigerian Police is Gruesomely Dirty Wike Slams appeared first on Gistlover.
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Joke Silva Celebrates 60th Birthday and 40 Years In Nollywood With Adorable Photos
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Veteran Nigerian actress, Joke Silva, releases new photos as she celebrates 60th birthday and 40 years in the movie industry today September 29. She took to her insatgram handle to appreciate Gods grace, love and mercy in her life as she sings endless praises to him She wrote: Numbers are very important to me, so []The post Joke Silva Celebrates 60th Birthday and 40 Years In Nollywood With Adorable Photos appeared first on Gistlover.
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Nigeria will overcome its security, economic challenges Osinbajo, Adeboye, SGF
Tue, 28 Sep 2021
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, the General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Boss Mustapha, on Sunday, expressed optimism that despite the challenges facing Nigeria, the nation will overcome its security and economic problems. The Vice President, SGF and the RCCG GO []The post Nigeria will overcome its security, economic challenges Osinbajo, Adeboye, SGF appeared first on Daily Times Nigeria. Nigeria
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Why PDP National Zoning cttee meeting ended in deadlock
Tue, 28 Sep 2021
By Charles Onyekwere, Abakaliki Facts have emerged on why the meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention Committee on Zoning, held in Enugu, last Thursday, ended in a stalemate. It would be recalled that the Chairman of the Committee and Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, after the closed-door meeting, told []The post Why PDP National Zoning cttee meeting ended in deadlock appeared first on Daily Times Nigeria. Nigeria News from Nigeria Newspapers
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UNGA 76: Minority Reps caucus flays claims in Buharis speech
Tue, 28 Sep 2021
*Says speech didnt reflect Nigerias true position *Insurgents have become emboldened under Presidents watch Tom Okpe, Abuja The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has berated the address presented by President Muhammadu Buhari at the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), asserting that the speech didnt represent the nations true position. []The post UNGA 76: Minority Reps caucus flays claims in Buharis speech appeared first on Daily Times Nigeria. Nigeria News
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Gov. Bello Makes History as Radio Kogi Joins Elite Online Radio
Tue, 28 Sep 2021
History was made few weeks ago as the administration of Governor Yahaya Bello,the Governor of Kogi State joined other Elite Radio stations in Nigeria for Online Broadcasting. The move was part of the commitment of the New Direction Administration in using technology to bringing information about the State to indigenous of the State both within []The post Gov. Bello Makes History as Radio Kogi Joins Elite Online Radio appeared first on Daily Times Nigeria. Nigeria News from Nigeria Newspapers
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3 senators, 1 rep absent at Ebonyi PDP congress
Sun, 09 Aug 2020
Three senators from Ebonyi State and a member of the House of Representatives were among prominent members of the People's Democratic Party (PDP )absent from the state congress.
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Tinubu can't impose policies on Edo, says Labour Party
Sun, 09 Aug 2020
The candidate of the Labour Party in the September 19 governorship election in Edo state, Isaiah Osifo, said former Governor of Lagos State and leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen.Bola Ahmed Tinubu cannot impose his 'retrogressive' politics on Edo people.
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60 dead on Imo payroll, audit shows
Sun, 09 Aug 2020
At least 60 dead people are still on the payroll of the Imo State Secondary Education Management Board (IMSUBEB), an audit has revealed.
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Bayelsa PDP refuses to pay N105m rent to landlord
Sun, 09 Aug 2020
The owner of a building that housed the secretariat of the PDP in Bayelsa, Chubby Ben Walson, is demanding the party to settle six years of rent debt amounting to N105 million before the party vacates his property.
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#BBNaija: Moments Nini Met Sagas Dad [VIDEO] - Gistlover
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Fans have reacted to a viral video of former Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye housemate, Nini happily exchanging pleasantries with Sagas father for the first time after their eviction. Nini and Saga have been very close to each other during their stay in the house and in her bid to welcome them after their []The post #BBNaija: Moments Nini Met Sagas Dad [VIDEO] appeared first on Gistlover.
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#BBNaija: There Was a Time I Was So Afraid of Whitemoney When He Was My Driver Because of His Good Attitude Musician, Lapez - Tori
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Pc Lapez had further revealed in the comment box that WhiteMoney was his driver and was always grateful.
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#BBNaija: Whitemoneys Fans Campaigns for Support as They Hit the Streets - Gistlover
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Supportive and unrelenting Fans of BBNaija housemate, Whitemoney, has caused stirs on social media as they hit the streets in their numbers to rally for support for him. In a video that went viral on social media, fans were seen in customised T-shirts with huge banners as they gathered in front of the Imo State []The post #BBNaija: Whitemoneys Fans Campaigns for Support as They Hit the Streets appeared first on Gistlover.
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#BBNaija:Mercy Eke Drums Support For Liquorose - Gistlover
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
BBNaija pepper dem winner, Mercy Eke, has drums support for the two grand finale female housemates in the house, Angel and Liquorose. Angel and Liquorose are the only females that made it to the top 6. These two are expected to battle it out with four males, Pere, Whitemoney, Cross and Emmanuel to win the []The post #BBNaija:Mercy Eke Drums Support For Liquorose appeared first on Gistlover.
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2 Sleeper Teams Poised That Can Surprise With A Deep UCL Run - Complete Sports
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Year in and year out, the talk around town for football odds and scores prediction experts when speaking of the UEFA Champions League and its favorite teams to take home the title usually revolves around the same squads. On the one side you have French giants PSG, who after signing Messi, Ramos, and Wijnaldum, all veteran players with ample UCL title winning experience, are hoping for this year to be the season in which they finally come out on top. On the other hand, you have defending champion
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2021 Adron Games get Keystone Bank backing - The Sun
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The organisers of the 2021 Adron Games scheduled to hold in November at the Gateway Stadium, Sagamu have received commendation from the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Keystone Bank, Olaniran Olayinka for creating the opportunity for the workforce of the property development company to bond in harmony. Speaking during his courtesy visit to []The post 2021 Adron Games get Keystone Bank backing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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2021 Adron Games Get Keystone Bank Backing - Thisday
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
2021 Adron Games Get Keystone Bank Backing
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5 things about Sheriff Tiraspol following their shock victory over Real Madrid - Yahoo
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
5 things about Sheriff Tiraspol following their shock victory over Real Madrid
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@61: Nigeria needs strong leadership ' Hassan Bello
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Tribune Online@61: Nigeria needs strong leadership ' Hassan BelloThe immediate past Nigerian Shipper's Council Managing Director, Mr Hassan Bello, has stated that the country needs strong leadership. Hassan noted that such leadership is needed to unify Nigerians towards a productive country. The Kebbi State-born Legal Luminary said this exclusively known to Tribune Online, on Tuesday, while expressing his wishes for Nigeria at 61. []@61: Nigeria needs strong leadership ' Hassan Be
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(BREAKING) N7.1bn fraud trial: Court prohibits FG from retrying ex-Gov Orji Kalu
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Tribune Online(BREAKING) N7.1bn fraud trial: Court prohibits FG from retrying ex-Gov Orji KaluThe Federal High Court sitting in Abuja this morning gave an order prohibiting the Federal government through its agent, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) or any of its agents from retrying former governor of Imo State Chief Orji Kalu over N7.1billion alleged fraud for which he has served some jail term. Justice Inyang [](BREAKING) N7.1bn fraud trial: Court prohibits FG from retrying e
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BREAKING: Gunmen kill late Dora Akunyili's husband, driver in Anambra
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Tribune OnlineBREAKING: Gunmen kill late Dora Akunyilis husband, driver in AnambraDr Chike Akunyili, the widower of the former Minister of Information, Professor Dora Akunyili, was on Tuesday evening, shot dead by some gunmen. Tribune Online gathered that Dr Akunyili was killed alongside his driver and police escort at Umuoji in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State, on Tuesday evening, where he had gone to receive []BREAKING: Gunmen kill late Dora Akunyilis husband, driver in AnambraTribune Online
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BREAKING: Gunmen kill late Dora Akunyili husband, driver in Anambra
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Tribune OnlineBREAKING: Gunmen kill late Dora Akunyili husband, driver in AnambraDr Chike Akunyili, the widower of the former Minister of Information, Professor Dora Akunyili, was on Tuesday evening, shot dead by some gunmen. Tribune Online gathered that Dr Akunyili was killed at Umuoji in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State, on Tuesday evening, where he had gone to receive the honour conferred on his late []BREAKING: Gunmen kill late Dora Akunyili husband, driver in AnambraTribune Online
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Mercy Eke Celebrates Her 28th Birthday In Style
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Reality TV star, Mercy Eke is 28 today. To celebrate her birthday, the entrepreneur shared lovely pictures of herself on her verified Instagram page. See some of the pictures below,
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Nigeria Jihadist Infighting Kills Scores In Lake Chad
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Infighting between Nigeria's two major jihadist factions has left scores dead, raising the possibility of a prolonged internecine conflict between the two forces, civilian and security sources told AFP Tuesday. Islamic State West Africa Province or ISWAP has emerged as the dominant faction in Nigeria's conflict, especially after the death of rival Boko Haram commander []
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eNaira Will Reposition Naira, Enhance Its Value -NCAG
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Samuel Ogidan, Abuja The Nigerian Citizens Action Group (NCAG) has described the plan by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to introduce eNaira on October 1 as a good move. The NCAG said that the digital currency will reposition the naira and enhance its value. NCAG, in a statement by its National Coordinator, Rt. Hon. []
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Court Summons, Threatens Lagos CP With Jail Over Seized Truck
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court in Lagos State has ordered the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, to obey an order seeking the release of a truck unlawfully seized and detained by the Divisional Police Officer and the Divisional Crime Officer of the Isolo Police Division, Lagos State, since December 21, 2020. Justice []
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COVID-19: No Lockdown For Now ' FG Says Amid Surge In Delta Variant
Thu, 12 Aug 2021
The Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire on Thursday said the federal government is not considering another lockdown as the country records a surge in COVID-19 cases. The minister made this known during the weekly ministerial briefing by the Presidential Communication Team in Abuja. Ehanire said Nigeria has not reached a threat level that will warrant []The post COVID-19: No Lockdown For Now ' FG Says Amid Surge In Delta Variant appeared first on ..
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I Promised UN, Ojukwu, We'll Actualise Biafra Without Firing A Bullet' ' MASSOB Leader
Thu, 12 Aug 2021
Founder of the Biafra Independence Movement (BIM) and Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB), Ralph Uwazuruike has disclosed that he promised the late warlord Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu and the United Nations (UN) that people of the region would not engage in violence in their quest to have a separate nation. He []The post 'I Promised UN, Ojukwu, We'll Actualise Biafra Without Firing A Bullet' MASSOB Leader appeared first on ..
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JUST IN: Shehu Shagari's Wife Dies Of COVID-19
Thu, 12 Aug 2021
Hajiya Hadiza Shagari, the wife of Nigerias first Executive President, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, has died of COVID-19 complications. She died aged 80, according to a statement released by the family. The deceased will be buried today after a brief funeral prayer at the National Mosque, Abuja. Read Also: EFCC nab mom, son for internet fraud []The post JUST IN: Shehu Shagaris Wife Dies Of COVID-19 appeared first on ..
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Bandits Kill Former Zamfara Councillor Barely 24 Hours After Abducting Fellow Ex-Councillor's Wife, 7-Month-Old Baby
Thu, 12 Aug 2021
A former councillor of Sabon Gida Ward in Zamfara state, Hon. Farouq Hassan has been killed by gunmen suspected to be bandits few minutes after he returned to his home on Wednesday night. It was gathered that the bandits stormed his house with sophisticated weapons in two vehicles, which they had used to trail the []The post Bandits Kill Former Zamfara Councillor Barely 24 Hours After Abducting Fellow Ex-Councillors Wife, 7-Month-Old Baby appeared first on ..
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Insecurity: Governors' rudimentary solution to a serious problem
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The recent calls by Governor Aminu Masari of Katsina State and his Zamfara State counterpart, Bello Matawalle for residents of their states to acquire weapons to defend themselves against murderous bandits and terrorists came to us as a rude shock, and a reversal of the nation back to the Stone Age. Ordinarily, the calls would []
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Nigeria loses $190bn to raw cocoa export 'NEXIM MD
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Not less than $190 billion is being lost to the export of raw cocoa by Nigeria on a yearly basis, the Managing Director, Nigeria Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Mr. Abba Bello, said yesterday. Bello, who was in Akure, the Ondo State capital for the Southwest enlightenment and engagement forum for governors and exporters in the zone, []
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Alleged N400m fraud: EFCC to re-arraign Metuh Oct 14
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The Federal High Court, Abuja, has fixed October 14 for the re-arraignment of ex-National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olisa Metuh, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged N400 million fraud. His re-arraignment was fixed for Tuesday but was shifted because Justice Obiora Egwuatu was absent from court. New []
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Electronic voting: Reps set up 7-man c'ttee to meet Senate
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
..to probe DISCOs over illegal tariff, billings The House of Representatives yesterday set up a 17-member conference committee to harmonise positions on the Electoral Act Amendment Bill with the Senate. Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila, who announced this during plenary, said that the conference committee will work with that of the Senate in order to be on []
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10 boho-chic hotels in Tulum, Mexico with dreamy decor, jungle foliage, and beach views - Business Insider
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
10 boho-chic hotels in Tulum, Mexico with dreamy decor, jungle foliage, and beach views
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10 Things in Politics: Dems worry Biden's blowing it - Business Insider
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
10 Things in Politics: Dems worry Biden's blowing it
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10 things in tech you need to know today - Business Insider
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
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20 Simple Formulas To Determine Your Company's Worth In 2021 - Forbes
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Worth, in many ways, is subjective. As a founder or leader, you must apply logic to achieve your full potential in business with all your constituents.
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10 boho-chic hotels in Tulum, Mexico with dreamy decor, jungle foliage, and beach views - Business Insider
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
10 boho-chic hotels in Tulum, Mexico with dreamy decor, jungle foliage, and beach views
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10 Things in Politics: Dems worry Biden's blowing it - Business Insider
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
10 Things in Politics: Dems worry Biden's blowing it
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10 things in tech you need to know today - Business Insider
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
10 things in tech you need to know today
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20 Simple Formulas To Determine Your Company's Worth In 2021 - Forbes
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Worth, in many ways, is subjective. As a founder or leader, you must apply logic to achieve your full potential in business with all your constituents.
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FG's subsidy payment rises 10 times faster than oil prices
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Crude oil prices have risen nearly 45 percent from January's price of $54.77 per barrel to the current $80.12 as of Tuesday, but Nigerias petrol subsidy costs have risen 10 times faster at 488 percent, wiping out the gains of higher oil prices. The Federal Government spent an estimated N149.28 billion subsidising petrol in August, []
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Crown Flour Mill launches baking up-skilling initiative for women
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
In a bid to accelerate women's contribution to the economy, Crown Flour Mill (CFM) Limited has launched a gender up-skilling initiative tagged 'Crown Flour Angels (CFA). The initiative was launched recently to help more Nigerian women acquire baking skills or improve on their current baking skill set while strengthening their capacity to build successful baking []
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NIMS to revive shipping business, position Nigeria as African hub
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Organisers are perfecting arrangements to hold the Nigerian International Maritime Summit (NIMS) in Lagos in October 2021 with the aim of renewing Nigeria's shipping business through harnessing its numerous potential. To them, the convergence of foreign and local experts would create the opportunity to deliberate and find solutions to issues limiting shipping development in Nigeria. []
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NIMASA opens N30bn wreck removal, recycling market in Nigeria
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has opened up what could be a N30 billion wreck removal and recycling market in Nigeria by commencing the first phase of the nationwide wreck removal exercise. Bashir Jamoh, the director-general of NIMASA, said during the official flag off of nationwide wreck removal exercise in Lagos on []
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DSS finally files terrorism charges against Igboho's aides
Fri, 10 Sep 2021
By Vivian Okejeme, Abuja The Department of the State Service DSS, has finally filled a terrorism charges against two aides of the Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Igboho, two months later in detention. The charges marked FHC/ABJ/CR/305/2021 and dated August 31 but filed on September 1, 2021, slammed five-count of terrorism changes at the federal highThe post DSS finally files terrorism charges against Igboho's aides appeared first on Peoples Daily Newspaper.
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Buhari sacks Sulaiman-Ibrahim as DG NAPTIP
Fri, 10 Sep 2021
By Egena Sunday Ode President Muhammadu Buhari has sacked Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim as the Director General of National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP). This development is coming barely one week after the President sacked his Power and Agriculture Ministers. The sacked DG has been replaced with Dr Fatima Waziri-Azi whose appointment wasThe post Buhari sacks Sulaiman-Ibrahim as DG NAPTIP appeared first on Peoples Daily Newspaper.
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Group lauds FG new measures to curb insecurity
Fri, 10 Sep 2021
From: Femi Oyelola, Kaduna A group under the auspices of the Coalition of Northern Groups, CNG, has expressed optimism in the new measures taken by the Federal and Northern state governments to address the lingering insecurity that pervades most of the northern region. The Spokesperson of the group, Abdul-Azeez Suleiman stated this in a statementThe post Group lauds FG new measures to curb insecurity appeared first on Peoples Daily Newspaper.
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Buhari hails Buba Marwa at 68
Fri, 10 Sep 2021
President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Gen. Muhammad Buba Marwa (Rtd), on his 68th birthday, September 9, 2021. The President congratulated the former military Governor of old Borno State and military Administrator of Lagos State on the auspicious occasion, joining members of All Progressives CongressThe post Buhari hails Buba Marwa at 68 appeared first on Peoples Daily Newspaper.
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Buhari grants Blueprint, 158 others television, radio licences
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
President Muhammadu Buhari has granted approval forBlueprint Newspapers Limited and 158 others to operate radio and television stations. Director-General National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) Malam Balarabe Ilelahannounced this in a statementissued in AbujaTuesday. He said:'Following the approval granted by the president, NBChas released the list of 159 licenses granted to companies, communities and institutions of higher learning. 'The commission was established Read More
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Shun hate speech, promote women, PWDs participation in politics, varsity Don, others tells Journalists
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The former Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Prof. Stella Okunna, has urged media practitioners to use their reportage to engender and promote women active participation in politics and governance. According to the first female Professor of Mass Communication, reporting importance of women inclusiveness in politics would help to address the peak of negligence at which they Read More
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Shiites protests: Security operatives nab 56, restore normalcy to Abuja, others
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The FCT Police Command has said the Command, in a joint operation with other security agencies, has restored normalcy to the Gwarinpa area of the FCT and other parts of the nations capital where members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) also known as Shiites, caused hardship to motorists and other road users as well as individuals going about Read More
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UEFA Champions League: Key Chelsea player ruled out of Juve clash
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
N'Golo Kante will miss Chelsea's Champions League trip to Serie A giants Juventus on Wednesday night after testing positive for coronavirus. The 30-year-old has been an integral figure at Stamford Bridge since his arrival from Leicester City in July 2016, winning the Premier League, Champions League, Europa League and the FA Cup during his five-year spell with the Blues. Kante Read More
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FCT Ohanaeze leadership crisIs: Our election was declared valid by court Nweze -NigPilot
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Incoming President of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Federal Capital Territory, FCT Chapter, Nze Ifeanyichukwu Nweze, said yesterday that all the new executives led by him were elected in accordance with the bye-laws of the Igbo socio-cultural group as amended 2019, which has since been declared valid by the court.The post FCT Ohanaeze leadership crisIs: Our election was declared valid by court Nweze -NigPilot appeared first on The Nigerian Pilot News.
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FCT Ohanaeze leadership crisIs: Our election was declared valid by court Nweze -NigPilot
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Incoming President of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Federal Capital Territory, FCT Chapter, Nze Ifeanyichukwu Nweze, said yesterday that all the new executives led by him were elected in accordance with the bye-laws of the Igbo socio-cultural group as amended 2019, which has since been declared valid by the court.The post FCT Ohanaeze leadership crisIs: Our election was declared valid by court Nweze -NigPilot appeared first on The Nigerian Pilot News.
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Job creation: Minister tasks MDAs, stakeholders to get involved in EnjoyNigeria Expo 2021 -NigPilot
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Amb. Mariam Katagumhas called for the endorsement and deepened involvement of the Ministry of Aviation and its agencies in the forthcoming EnjoyNigeria Expo 2021.The post Job creation: Minister tasks MDAs, stakeholders to get involved in EnjoyNigeria Expo 2021 -NigPilot appeared first on The Nigerian Pilot News.
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BMO debunks alleged Fulanization, Islamization agenda by Buharis administration -NigPilot
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Buhari Media Organisation, BMO on Tuesday said allegations of an Islamization and Fulanization Agenda in Nigeria by the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari are trumped up and baseless theories that have no place in reality.The post BMO debunks alleged Fulanization, Islamization agenda by Buharis administration -NigPilot appeared first on The Nigerian Pilot News.
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How Nigerian Police, Soldiers Gunned Down Eight Of Our Members In Abuja' Shiites
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), popularly known as Shi'ites has narrated the brutal attack that allegedly led to the death of eight of its members on Tuesday.Members of the sect were attacked by the Nigerian Army and the police at Gwarinpa, along Kubwa Expressway, Abuja, during an annual religious procession.Addressing a press conference on Tuesday evening, the Secretary, Academic Forum of the Movement, Abdullahi Musa described the attack as callous, barbaric, and uncalled for.He exp
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Buhari Regime Killed No Fewer Than 8 Shiites During Peaceful Procession'Amnesty International
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
A global rights group, Amnesty International has expressed concern over the killing of members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) by Nigerian security forces on Tuesday.Some members of IMN, who are Shiites, were killed by soldiers and police during an annual procession embarked upon by the religious faithful.BREAKING: Six Feared Dead As Soldiers, Policemen Open Fire on Shiites In Abuja | Sahara Reporters https://t.co/Epsfa5Yk9W pic.twitter.com/22yr4a7Qwi Sahara Reporters (@SaharaReporters)
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Age Falsification: Lawyer Threatens To Sue Buhari Government Over Reappointment Of Indicted Medical Director
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
Monday UbaniThe former 2nd Vice-President of Nigerian Bar Association, Monday Ubani has threatened to sue the Nigerian government for renewing the appointment of the Medical Director of Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun State despite an indictment against him.The Medical Director of the centre is Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu.Monday UbaniUbani, who addressed a press conference in Lagos on Monday, stated that Musa-Olomu's appointment should not have been renewed since he has been indicted for
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EXPOSED: Lawyer Involved In Alleged N421million Scam Shortlisted For 'Elite' Rank Of Senior Advocate Of Nigeria
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
A Nigerian lawyer, Dr Christian Chizindu Wigwe allegedly involved in N421 million scam is one of the 130 legal practitioners shortlisted for the award of the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) rank for 2021.Wigwe is one of the 35 lawyers shortlisted in the academic category for the award of the 'prestigious' rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) for 2021.According to the Acting Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and Secretary of the Legal Practitioners
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Library named after Saraki was demolished to make way for an ICT centre
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The Ilorin West LGA, Kwara state, says a library named after Olusola Saraki, father of ex-Senate President Bukola, was demolished to make way for an ICT centre. The former senate0 commentRead Full Article
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BudgIT: Rivers, Lagos, Anambra top states fiscal performance ranking
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
BudgIT, a civic-tech organisation for transparency and accountability, has launched the 2020 edition of its annual States of States report. The report, titled, Fiscal Options for Building Back Better, is0 commentRead Full Article
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Q&A: How Nigerias digital currency, eNaira will work
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
On Friday, October 1, 2021, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will launch a centralised and regulated digital currency called0 commentRead Full Article
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Senate asks international oil companies to relocate headquarters to Niger Delta
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
The senate has asked international oil companies (IOCs) operating in the Niger Delta region to relocate their headquarters to their states of operation. The upper legislative chamber passed the resolution0 commentRead Full Article
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