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The move by the National Assembly to replace the current national anthem with the former one through an expeditious legislative process suffered a setback on Monday. Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, who attended a public hearing on the matter organized by the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and…
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A Kano State high court on Monday ordered the immediate eviction of the deposed Emir Aminu Ado Bayero from the Nassarawa palace extension in Kano. In an exparte injunction with suit no. K/1000/2024 granted by Justice Aminu Adamu Aliyu also ordered Bayero and the four deposed first-class chiefs to stop parading themselves with their previous…
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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday faulted the Federal Government's suit against 36 state governors over local council autonomy. The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, had sued the 36 state governors at the Supreme Court seeking the enforcement of full autonomy of the local governments in Nigeria.…
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A federal high court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed by former Edo State deputy governor, Phillip Shaibu, to overturn the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) governorship primary election held on February 22. The PDP announced Asue Ighodalo as the winner of the primary election, where he defeated Shaibu and other aspirants. The Edo State…
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A Special Offences Court has sentenced one Idris Bakare to four years imprisonment for defrauding British Airways of the sum of N35.6 million. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a statement said Bakare was charged with four counts of theft totaling N35,672,845.00, contrary to Section 280 (2) and punishable under Section 287 of…
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As the nation celebrated this year's National Children's Day yesterday, some notable Nigerians have extended their goodwill messages to the Nigerian children.
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The Executive Secretary of Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Felix Omatsola Ogbe, has commended the Oil & Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN) for its contributions to human capacity development in the oil and gas industry.
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Last week, U.S. Consul General in Nigeria, Will Stevens, paid a two-day visit to Edo State, highlighting the robust and enduring U.S.-Nigeria bilateral relationship that fosters inclusive economic growth and shared prosperity for both countries.
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The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, yesterday, turned down the bail application filed by the detained Leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Bodejo.
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A local furniture manufacturing company, Chutes and Ladders Limited (CANDL), has donated N1 million to HPF Eastline Shopping Complex Operators’ Association to enhance security infrastructure for about 3,000 businesses and investors in Lagos.
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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has said his resolve to build a new Niger State is non-negotiable, asserting that his one year in office is full of unprecedented activities with remarkable impact in all spheres of the economy.
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To boost indigenous medicine and create easy access to the right information, the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) is set to embark on standardisation and e-documentation of practitioners based on products and services peculiar to their environment.
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Nigerian-American based in Tennessee in the United States, Yomi Faparusi, is vying to represent Tennessee District 5 in the U.S. Congress on November 5, 2024, as an independent candidate.
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The potential seeding pots for the upcoming Champions League draw have been revealed, and it appears Arsenal could be in for a tough ride following the conclusion of most of Europe’s top leagues, reports express.co.uk.
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Chelsea are holding talks to make Leicester's Enzo Maresca their new head coach, according to British media reports.The Italian, who until last year was Pep Guardiola's assistant at English champions Manchester City
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Xavi Hernandez signed off as Barcelona coach with a 2-1 win at Sevilla on Sunday to close out the La Liga season, before warning his replacement the job "won't be easy".
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Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham said Monday it would be "really nice" to play with Kylian Mbappe next season.
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Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has insisted Liverpool had a good season despite a lacklustre end to Jurgen Klopp's last campaign in charge at Anfield.
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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the recent spike in the killing of students in some tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
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Lagos State Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Bolaji Kayode Robert, has said that the state and its Ogun counterpart are currently in dispute over the ownership and encroachment into six communities.
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As the nation celebrated this year's National Children's Day yesterday, some notable Nigerians have extended their goodwill messages to the Nigerian children.
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The Executive Secretary of Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Felix Omatsola Ogbe, has commended the Oil & Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN) for its contributions to human capacity development in the oil and gas industry.
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Features
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https://youtu.be/EZU6ldrzizs If we were glossing over it before now, the best time to sound the alarm was yesterday. Next best time? Today. As we celebrate our ‘future’ on this special ‘Children’s day’ in Nigeria, it’s important that we have conversations around their diet, health and wellness too. Today more than ever, there is an alarming…
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Pension assets fell by N90 billion in the first quarter of the year, from N19.75 trillion to N19.66 trillion at the end of the first quarter
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In 11 years, the Federal Government has accessed $65,442,940 from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) for projects and programmes towards
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The spike in the forex market that snowballed into unending instability is reverberating in key sectors of the economy.
Business
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The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has refuted claims that the sacked Nigerian staff of Turkish Airlines were involved in $600,000 air ticket racketeering. The aviation union described the allegations that they picketed the airline in defense of the workers' wrongdoing as blatant and poorly formulated lies. Debunking the $600,000 ticket sales racketeering…
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Tokyo stocks opened higher on Monday as investors took heart from gains in US tech shares on Wall Street. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index was up 0.24 percent, or 92.89 points, at 38,739.00 in early trade, while the broader Topix index was up 0.20 percent, or 5.35 points, at 2,747.89. "The Japanese market is expected…
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Real gross domestic product (GDP) growth has been projected to hit 3.25 per cent this year. According to Cowry Asset Management Limited, the
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There is anxiety regarding the sustainability of democratic rule, not just here, but across Africa. Last week, stakeholders again gathered
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Good morning, Mr President. This morning, I address the local government question in broad terms with the knowledge that many analysts
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The proposal for the creation of state police has been a subject of intense debate in the last decade or more. This, in part
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Boxing legend Mike Tyson suffered a medical scare en route to Los Angeles, from Miami, prompting medical emergencies according to his representatives. It was reported that he became dizzy, prompting flight attendants to ask passengers if a doctor was on board to assist. Paramedics met the plane upon landing in Los Angeles and treated Tyson…
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Creating an environment where kids feel safe to talk about their emotions is important for their emotional development and well-being. This is because sometimes, they bottle up emotions that if not properly streamlined and trained, could lead to wrong choices and decisions. We curated 5 super tips to make your kids open up to you…
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Actor Johnny Wactor, 37, was shot and killed early Saturday morning in downtown Los Angeles by a suspected car thief. Wactor, best known for his role as Brando Corbin on the long-running soap opera "General Hospital," was reportedly returning to his vehicle after work when he encountered a distressing scene. "Scarlett Wactor, the victim's mother,…
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Every year, Nigeria recognises the 27th of May as Children's Day. This celebration is marked with different programmes for children, especially debates. From matching parades, to beauty contests, and even debates, which is usually the mother of it all. READ ALSO: Amazing Activities To Do With Your Kids On Children’s Day This Children's Day, celebrate your…
Technology
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Nigeria's digital journey is accelerating; at the forefront of this unprecedented growth is the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), and one of its key strengths lies in its collaborative method. Through collaboration with tech hubs, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders, the agency is laying the groundwork for a thriving digital economy. NITDA's partnerships span…
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Adebola Adejumoke Odeyemi is a forward-thinking leader shaping the future of businesses with Artificial Intelligence (AI). She’s passionate about helping small businesses thrive in today’s digital world. With a degree in Accounting from the University of Ado-Ekiti, she is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA).
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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to take centre stage at the 2024 RegTech Africa Conference and Awards slated for tomorrow and Friday at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
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Nigeria’s $76 billion telecoms sector is currently under the weather and desires urgent medical attention from within and outside.
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The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has stressed the need for the protection of telecoms infrastructure, especially metro, terrestrial and submarine cables against cuts.
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In its resolve to continue to encourage gender equality and bridge the gap in the work environment, in the information and communication technology (ICT) space, inq.Nigeria, has called for the support of the girl-child to occupy the driver’s seat in the global ICT ecosystem and technology advancement.