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The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak, has advised Nigerians and other foreign students studying in Britain that success in life does not have to be achieved by going to higher education. Sunak, in a short tweet on Wednesday, said, “You don’t have to go to university to succeed in life.” While Sunak…
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The Chief Spokesperson Obi-Datti and Director of Media Labour Party (LP), Dr. Yunusa Tanko, has clarified insinuations by one Mr Calistus Okafor that the National Chairman of the LP, Barrister Julius Abure, gave the presidential candidate of the party, Peter Obi, N850 million to prosecute the 2023 election. Dr. Tanko, while debunking the claim, said…
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It's not a 'Happy Children's Day' for kids and mothers battling severe malnutrition and struggling for the survival of their innocent babies in Bauchi State communities. A cross-section of mothers, who spoke with our correspondent in Bauchi on Wednesday, expressed that ongoing hardship has stripped balanced diets from their dining tables. According to them, the…
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The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has urged organised labour to demonstrate consideration and patriotism in their call for a new national minimum wage. Onyejeocha stressed that the government has consistently taken measures to secure a fair and realistic wage for workers and, therefore, appealed to Labour to acknowledge that the…
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The jury of seven men and five women that will decide Donald Trump's fate is a cross-section of New Yorkers painstakingly selected by prosecutors and lawyers for the former US president. Their identities are being kept secret for their own protection, but some details about the 12 Manhattan residents were revealed during the three days…
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A filmmaker, Zainab Ado Bayero, has commented on the legacy of her father, the late Emir of Kano, Ado Abdullahi Bayero. He passed away on June 6, 2014 after nearly 51 years on the throne. Ahead of the 10th posthumous anniversary, Zainab, who recently unveiled a documentary 'My Father, the Emir: A Portrait of Ado…
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Gov. Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto state on Wednesday commenced the payment of N4 billion gratuity to retired civil servants in the state as part o
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As Emir Sanusi embarks on his fifth day at Gidan Rumfa, a multitude of esteemed individuals from both within and beyond Kano continue to throng the palace to pledge allegiance to him. Recall that on Monday, additional district heads and members of the Tijjaniyya Shura Council paid homage to him, reaffirming their unwavering loyalty. Under…
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The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has handed over the world's first fully solar-powered Pressure Swing Adsorption Oxygen Gas Plant to the Jericho Specialist Hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State. This innovative solution, created by Em-One, emerged as the winner of UNICEF's innovation challenge and was funded by the Government of Norway and other…
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South African voters queued -- many of them for hours -- to cast their ballots on Wednesday in a landmark general election that leaves the ruling
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Harvard University is set to take a step back from issuing political statements based on new policy recommendations from a university working group, "Institutional Voice" due to controversy over its response to the Israel-Hamas war. Interim Harvard President, Alan Garber, on Tuesday, confirmed the school will follow a report from the group that advised not…
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Two young men have tragically lost their lives when a bullet inadvertently discharged from a policeman's firearm in Ekiti State. The incident, according to witnesses, occurred around 10 pm on Tuesday in the Omisanjana Area of Ado Ekiti, the state capital. Initial reports indicated that an accident occurred in the area, prompting some angry youths…
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The Israeli army said it took control on Wednesday of a vital Gaza-Egypt corridor suspected of aiding weapons smuggling as it intensified it
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A fire broke out on Wednesday at Tejuosho Market in the Yaba area of Lagos State. The fire reportedly destroyed many wooden shanties and properties worth millions of naira. Eyewitnesses claimed the blaze erupted around 12:30 pm and affected shops and residences situated along a canal within the market. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue…
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Bayern Munich's long search to fill their vacant head coaching position is over, with the German giants naming Vincent Kompany as manager in a shock move on Wednesday. The 38-year-old Belgian, a surprise choice with his Burnley side relegated from the Premier League this season, has penned a three-year deal at the Allianz Arena. Normally…
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Paris Saint-Germain have not paid Kylian Mbappe his wages for April as well as a mega-bucks bonus amid a financial dispute between the club and the player as he prepares to leave the French champions, sources close to the talks told AFP on Wednesday. PSG's decision to withhold Mbappe's salary is related to an agreement…
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Oleksandr Usyk will face Tyson Fury in a rematch on December 21 in Riyadh, the top Saudi organiser said on Wednesday, after winning their undisputed heavyweight boxing bout earlier this month. The undefeated Ukrainian won by split decision against Britain's Fury in the Saudi capital on May 19 in the first unification fight of the…
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Just when Super Eagles coach, Finidi George, had concluded plans to field a three-man attack comprising Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface and Ademola Lookman in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic
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Xavi Hernandez, the former midfielder and manager of FC Barcelona, has been finally sacked. Experts of the 1win app attribute this decision to rumours around financial speculation, as well as the fickle mood of Xavi himself, who was previously about to leave his post, and then changed his mind. What the future holds for the…
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President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Tonobok Okowa, has described as a coincidence the clash in date of the 2024 AFN National Trials in Benin City and the Eld el Kabir celebration.
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The British parliament dissolved on Thursday ahead of a July 4 general election, which looks set to bring Labour to power after 14 year
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The Police Command in Benue State has confirmed the abduction of two female students from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, on the night of Saturday, May 25. The State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Sewuese Anene, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Makurdi on Wednesday. NAN reports that JS…
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A filmmaker, Zainab Ado Bayero, has commented on the legacy of her father, the late Emir of Kano, Ado Abdullahi Bayero. He passed away on June 6, 2014 after nearly 51 years on the throne. Ahead of the 10th posthumous anniversary, Zainab, who recently unveiled a documentary 'My Father, the Emir: A Portrait of Ado…
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Editorial
19 hours ago
Today marks the first anniversary of the presidency of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who rode to power on the mantra of renewed hope agenda for a better Nigeria. Clearly, this is an administration that has left no one in doubt of its bold policies
Features
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To cater to the rapidly growing demand of Nigeria’s energy sector; Metal Manufacturing Nigeria Limited (MMNL), Nigeria’s largest tubular battery company is aiming to double its expansion capacity to 60,000 pcs per Month in the next financial year. The company is planning to invest around $50 million in capacity expansion, new greenfield projects in the energy backup segment, R&D, Mining & Beneficiation, Plastic container and carton manufacturing units along with brand building, and channel partner engagement to accelerate its ambitious growth target.
Editor's Pick
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The Federal Government Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has reiterated its commitment to resolve to patronise local manufacturers, especially in the power sector.
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A report conducted by Global Rights, in collaboration with a coalition of 84 civil society organisations, has revealed that 4,416 persons have been killed and 4,234 abducted across the country in the first year of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
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The Senate has recalled Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi Central) two months and two weeks into the three months suspension slammed on him over his comment that the 2024 budget of N28.7 trillion was padded.
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Just when Super Eagles coach, Finidi George, had concluded plans to field a three-man attack comprising Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface and Ademola Lookman in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic
Business
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Amidst applause by shareholders for the impressive results in the 2023 financial year despite the harsh business operating environment, the Chairman of Dangote Cement Plc, Aliko Dangote, has announced an increase of 50 per cent on dividend payout to the shareholders
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APM Terminals Apapa has encouraged importers, exporters and freight forwarders to explore the standard gauge rail line for the movement of their cargo. The terminal operator embarked on an awareness campaign on the standard gauge
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Seven years after the signing of the Federal Government's executive order on a 24-hour port operation policy, the goal of around-the-clock efficiency remains unachieved due to ineffective implementation despite the outcry, causing significant economic losses.
Columnists
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In today’s Nigeria, hardly a week goes by without a major security breach or crisis making the headlines. The rapid frequency of these unfortunate events indicates that Nigeria’s security architecture has crumbled. The damage from this collapse occurs in real-time, affecting real people beyond mere statistics. On some days, there are large-scale kidnappings of school…
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The downward spiral of Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs) into this federation further corroborates the politico-economic perspective to state police. The best approach is to correlate the flow of FDIs with our security trends year by year.
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Ordinarily, the myriad of uber tough challenges confronting Nigeria, ranging from the existential crisis of rampant terrorism, large-scale abductions and cost of living crises, to galloping inflation at approximately 30 per cent
Guardian Life
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Calling all history buffs and adventure seekers! Today, we embark on a journey to a place steeped in mystery and ancient artistry - the Nok culture of Nigeria. While the Nok people themselves remain shrouded in some historical enigma, their legacy lives on in the form of captivating terracotta sculptures, scattered across central Nigeria. Here…
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Mark your calendars because the highly anticipated Gordon's Playground is making a return on the 8th of June at Amore Gardens in Lekki. Get ready to explore the flavourful world of Gordon’s and exciting performances from Alternate Sounds, SimsstheDj, Hanni and Wandi, M.I.A, and Tolu Daniels. This event is strictly by invitation, but we've got…
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In this week's episode of Nigerian Idol, the contestants took on the challenge of performing songs that Gen Alpha can appreciate. The stage was set, the lights were dazzling, and the performances were nothing short of spectacular. Starting with the elephant in the room, Host IK revealed the fate of Japh Kenti and Lammy, unveiling…
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Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has opened up about why she wears short dresses in her music videos. She talked about the challenges she faced early in her career due to her fashion choices. She revealed this in an interview with BET, she said, that upon returning to Nigeria from the UK to pursue music, her…
Technology
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Perhaps it may appear too early to judge President Bola Tinubu’s performance under one year in the saddle of leadership of this country, but the fact remains that Nigerians can no longer wait. They are fast running out of patience.
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The UN Agency for digital technologies, International Telecommunications Union (ITU) on Monday, announced $4.8 billion in investment commitments toward global connectivity. The announcement brings the total pledges aimed at closing the digital divide
20 hours ago
Various digital social investments in Nigeria, through the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) were on showcase at the just-concluded 35th yearly conference of the African Public Relations Association (APRA) in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
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Enterprise work management platform, Asana, will be unveiled in Lagos at an event, themed: “Future-Proofing Nigerian Workflows: AI That Works,” on June 5, 2024.
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The Enugu State Gaming Conference and Gala/awards night billed for June 27, 2024 at the Amadeo Event Centre in Enugu, is currently attracting the attention of top socialites, politicians and business people as well as gaming enthusiasts
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Endniesal Consulting Ltd has announced the launch of the 5th Edition of the CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa. This event is dedicated to recognising and celebrating executive leaders, who have driven remarkable innovations through technology across the continent. The awards aim to highlight the significant impact of technological advancements on business performance and organizational success. According to…