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President Bola Tinubu has appointed a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Wole Olanipekun, as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University of Lagos (UNILAG). A former Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Udoma Udo Udoma was appointed as the Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Bayero University, Kano, Kano State. Also, a former Governor of Bauchi State, Isa Yuguda…
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The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Ugochukwu Achebe, has appointed a celebrated Nigerian diplomat, Ojinnaka Azikiwe, into the cabinet of the popular commercial city. Azikiwe, a finance professor from the lineage of Nigeria's late former President, Nnamdi Azikiwe, hails from the Ogbeabo Quarters. A statement from the palace signed by Mr Osita Anionwu, Chief…
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The revelation that about N2.9 trillion has been expended as subsidies on electricity is attracting concerns from lawmakers and Civil Society
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The Federal Government has disclosed plans to deploy 530 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to six states by the end of May 2024. The initiative is part of the first phase of the President CNG Initiative (PCNGi). This was revealed on the official X handle of the President’s media center, detailing the schedule of activities…
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Flash flooding has killed at least 50 people in western Afghanistan, provincial police said Saturday, with some reaching safety on higher ground mere minutes before the water hit.
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One more person was killed Saturday and two injured in France's Pacific territory of New Caledonia as security personnel tried to restore order after a fifth night of riots and looting that has now claimed six lives.
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The Israeli military said on Saturday it killed a senior Palestinian militant during an air strike on an "operations centre" in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin.
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LGBTQ groups protested Friday outside Peru's health ministry after the government issued a decree listing transsexualism as a mental disorder.
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The presidents of Mexico and Guatemala agreed Friday to boost cooperation on security, infrastructure and economic development to address the causes of migration.
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The naira recorded its first appreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market after weeks of depreciation. Analysts say the decline is due to decline in dollar liquidity in the official market. Dipo Ajayi, the Head, Fixed Income and FX at Chapel Hill Denham Securities, joins CNBC Africa for this discussion.
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Sport
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Tyson Fury faces Oleksandr Usyk in the first undisputed heavyweight fight for a generation on Saturday with bad blood boiling after a tempestuous clash at the weigh-in.
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Manchester City stand on the brink of a historic fourth successive Premier League title, but Arsenal lie in wait hoping for a last-gasp slip from the leaders on Sunday.
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There are several things on my mind drawn from my piece last week. Reluctantly, but very importantly, I return to the issue of State Sports Associations and their place in the structure of Nigerian sports administration.
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The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says it has rescued a man who mistakenly fell into the lagoon. The agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday. Oke-Osanyintolu said that it received a call through the Lagos State Toll Free…
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Wole Olanipekun, as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University of Lagos (UNILAG). A former Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Udoma Udo Udoma was appointed as the Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Bayero University, Kano, Kano State. Also, a former Governor of Bauchi State, Isa Yuguda…
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The Federal Government has disclosed plans to deploy 530 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to six states by the end of May 2024. The initiative is part of the first phase of the President CNG Initiative (PCNGi). This was revealed on the official X handle of the President’s media center, detailing the schedule of activities…
38 mins ago
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Ugochukwu Achebe, has appointed a celebrated Nigerian diplomat, Ojinnaka Azikiwe, into the cabinet of the popular commercial city. Azikiwe, a finance professor from the lineage of Nigeria's late former President, Nnamdi Azikiwe, hails from the Ogbeabo Quarters. A statement from the palace signed by Mr Osita Anionwu, Chief…
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Editorial
1 day ago
The incessant disregard for the rule of law in Nigeria constitutes a major threat to her nascent democracy, but the operators of the Constitution are disinterested in addressing this fundamental issue because they are the principal culprits.
Features
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Nigeria had an impressive outing at the 2024 SABRE Africa Awards which was held after the annual African Public Relations Association (APRA) Conference in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Public relations and integrated marketing communications firm, Chain Reactions Africa won in seven categories including CEO of the Year, Public Affairs, & Public Sector/Government, for the Lagos Blue…
Stories of The Week
8 May
In many cultures, gecko lizards have been traditionally viewed as harmless creatures, often revered and protected from harm. The Igbos call it Agu Uno, in Hausa land they call it Tsaka, and Ọmọ onílé in Yorùbá. However, recent accounts shared online have painted a different picture, casting these once-friendly house guests in a negative light.…
13 May
The United Alliance African Grant (UAAG), a vital component of the United African States (UAS) Human and Infrastructural Development Project, was birthed on March 9, 2023 through an official broadcast by the Grant’s Country-Director (CD), Dr. Ken Nwakanma...
13 May
As Lagos-Calabar coastal road continues to be dogged by controversy, the promoter of the Eko Atlantic City, South Energyx Nigeria Limited has revealed that the reroute of the project cost them N87 billion losses.
13 May
Lead British International School student, Namtira Bwala, has instituted a civil suit against the school following the viral video released on the internet a few weeks ago where she was seen being bullied by her fellow students. The lawsuit was filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja by Deji Adeyanju…
Business
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A Director with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Abdulkadir Abbas, testified on Friday before a Federal High Court in Abuja, detailing how Binance Holdings Ltd breached Nigerian law to operate naira peer-to-peer services in exchange for crypto assets. Abbas, the Director of Registration, Exchanges, and Market Infrastructure Department at SEC, revealed this while giving…
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When Fly ZeJet officially launched its operations on March 23, 2023, it made history as Cameroon's first privately-owned scheduled airline. With a fleet of three (03) Embraer ERJ-145 aircraft, each with a 50-passenger capacity, acquired for a total investment of around 4 billion CFA francs, and a team of around forty dedicated employees, Fly ZeJet…
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Shareholders of Berger Paints Nigeria Plc have endorsed the firm's total dividend of N232 million total dividend, bringing the final dividend to N1 per share. The investors also commended the management for its resourcefulness in improving the company's fortunes which translated into paying competitive dividends and an assurance for increased shareholder value. Commenting on the…
Columnists
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To concretise the initiative, N100 billion has been earmarked for the take off of the first phase. According to available reports, the phase one of the scheme would kick off with the civil service. Thereafter, its cascading effect shall be felt by other segments of the Nigerian public.
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There is an unending debate on sources of funding for the universities—especially public universities. First is the unyielding entitlement philosophy in which parents, students and the labour unions believe that the government
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The Osun-Osogbo Festival stands as a celebration deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The Osun-Osogbo Festival has a rich history that spans over 700 years. According to tradition, the festival’s origins are rooted in an ancestral occurrence. Here’s the captivating tale: Long ago, a group of migrants…
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National Cheese Soufflé Day, celebrated on May 18th, is the perfect occasion to indulge in this classic French dish. A cheese soufflé is a delicate, airy delight that combines rich cheese flavours with a light, fluffy texture. Moreover, while it might seem intimidating, with the right recipe and tips below, you can create the ultimate…
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DIY skincare involves creating your own beauty products using natural ingredients and formulations tailored to your skin's specific needs. The trend of do-it-yourself (DIY) skincare has been gaining momentum in recent years. More people are seeking natural alternatives to commercial products. We have compiled a list of simple and effective DIY skincare recipes that focus…
Technology
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Born in 1986 in Obudu, Cross River State, Ugi Augustine Ugi’s life was marked by the challenges of being diagnosed with sickle cell disease. Spending a significant portion of his childhood in and out of hospitals, he became acutely aware of the stark contrast between his fragile health and that of his siblings and schoolmates.…
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Huawei has expressed satisfaction with the Nigerian government’s digital transformation agenda, even as the company has canvassed support for cloudification and decarbonisation among its partners and customers across the country.
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Luxembourg-based satellite operator, SES has agreed to purchase rival Intelsat for €2.8 billion, after previous merger talks between the two firms fell through last year.
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Nigerian start-ups are leading an epic AI innovation race with innovative digital solutions solving cross-continental challenges, as the very best from Africa’s largest economy take centre stage at the rising Silicon Valley’s largest tech and start-up event in Marrakech, Morocco, later this month.
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Google has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a programme dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. This year, the programme introduces a significant upgrade: business-focused AI training integrated directly into the curriculum. SMBs are the backbone of Africa’s economy, yet many face challenges accessing…
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SHELT System Integration (SHELT SI) has announced the achievement of Cisco Select Partner certification in Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering top-tier networking and security solutions to businesses across the region.