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Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury by split decision to win the world's first undisputed heavyweight championship in 25 years on Sunday, an unprecedented feat in boxing's four-belt era. The judges scored the fight 115-112 for Usyk, 114-113 for Fury, leaving the final card to decide, which read 114-113 for Usyk. It meant Fury, 35, lost…
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Omo N' Oba N' Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, Oba of Benin, has taken custody of two looted royal stools from the German government, symbolising a significant step in the right direction. This was disclosed in a statement made available to newsmen in Benin by the Chief Press Secretary to the Oba of Benin,…
1 day ago
Additional 402,082,657 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each of Cadbury Nigeria Plc (Cadbury) were listed on the Daily Official list of Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) in the concluded week. A weekly report of the NGX made available to newsmen in Lagos stated that the Cadbury additional shares were listed during the week. The NGX explained…
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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Friday began the sale of 2024 e-tags that would permit entry into the 24 federal airports in Nigeria. FAAN said that the sale of the tags aligned with a presidential directive approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what you need to…
1 day ago
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested one Rachel Geoffrey for allegedly setting the hands of her stepchildren on fire for eating cooked rice without permission. The state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, in a statement on Saturday, titled Cruelty to Children and Human Rights Violations, said Rachael was arrested on…
News
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Singapore’s Ministry of Health has asked public hospitals to move suitable patients to transitional or home care facilities to ensure bed capacity following COVID-19 resurgence. This is contained in a statement issued on Saturday. The ministry explained that by this development, public hospitals are to reduce non-emergency surgeries as part of the precaution measures against…
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Joint Task Force Operation UDO KA says it has foiled an attempted kidnap of another South-East personality at Umuaka community in Njaba Local Government Area (LGA) of Imo. The Spokesman of Joint Task Force Operation UDO KA, Lt.-Col. Jonah Unuakhalu, said in a statement on Saturday in Enugu that the kidnap was foiled by troops…
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No fewer than 12,539 teachers nationwide sat for the May diet of the Professional Qualifying Examination (PQE) which began on Thursday and ended on Saturday. The qualification examination is conducted by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) to test the professional competence of teachers. Speaking with newsmen in Abuja on Saturday, Director, Certification and…
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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has announced that the state will soon be a top global destination for tourism. Aiyedatiwa expressed his administration's determination to make the state a top global destination for tourists. The governor announced this during his opening address at Cross Creek's Captain's Inaugural Golf Tournament held in Akure on Saturday. The…
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Heavy clashes and bombardment rocked the southern Gaza city of Rafah Saturday, as the United Nations said 800,000 people had been "forced to flee" Israel's assault on Hamas militants there. Israel's military said air strikes hit more than 70 targets across Gaza while ground troops conducted "targeted raids" in eastern Rafah, killing 50 militants and…
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The police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Saturday deployed its personnel to the popular Banex Market in Wuse district to forestall a crisis after a group of suspected thugs attacked soldiers in uniform at the area. Traders in the area were said to have hurriedly locked up their shops as the crisis brewed…
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The Kwara State Government has announced an inter-ministerial press briefing scheduled for Monday, May 20. This was contained in a statement released on Saturday by the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju. Olukoju said the event aims to inform the public about the accomplishments of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's administration during the first year of his second…
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Seven people were injured in an accident involving a Volvo truck, carrying cows, and two other vehicles on the Lagos -Ibadan Expressway on Saturday.
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The Government of Nigeria and the African Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), have signed the West Africa Regional Collaborating Centre (RCC), Hosting Agreement. The signing ceremony was held on Saturday in Abuja, on the sideline of the 25th ordinary meeting of the ECOWAS Assembly of Health Ministers. The agreement was formalised by…
Guardian TV
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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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In today's fast-paced world, stress has become a constant companion for many of us. But did you know that this stress can take a toll on our health, especially our blood pressure?
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, occurs when the force of blood against the walls of your arteries is consistently too high. This puts strain on your heart and blood vessels, increasing your risk of serious health problems. Here is how to manage it.
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Sport
1 day ago
Nigeria's Flamingos reached the final round of the African qualification series for this year’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals after a 6-0 defeat of Burkina Faso at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, on Saturday evening. Goal-poacher Harmony Chidi, who netted six of Nigeria’s dozen goals in the 12-0 annihilation of the Central African…
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Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi will leave the Premier League club by mutual consent after their final game of the season against Manchester United on Sunday.
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Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez insisted he still felt he had the confidence of president Joan Laporta on Saturday, despite intense speculation over his future.
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Nigeria-born striker Andrew David Kapgat must be at his bullish best and hopes his teammates deliver as KF Rilindja 1974 confront second-placed FC Dinamo Ferizal in a crucial match today. KF Rilindja, currently third from bottom with 25 points from 26 matches, will host FC Dinamo Ferizal, who sit second with 49 points from the…
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Manchester City's Phil Foden has been named the Premier League's Player of the Season. Saturday's announcement meant the 23-year-old England midfielder completed an awards double after being voted Footballer of the Year by the English Football...
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Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury by split decision to win the world's first undisputed heavyweight championship in 25 years on Sunday, an unprecedented feat in boxing's four-belt era. The judges scored the fight 115-112 for Usyk, 114-113 for Fury, leaving the final card to decide, which read 114-113 for Usyk. It meant Fury, 35, lost…
1 day ago
Singapore’s Ministry of Health has asked public hospitals to move suitable patients to transitional or home care facilities to ensure bed capacity following COVID-19 resurgence. This is contained in a statement issued on Saturday. The ministry explained that by this development, public hospitals are to reduce non-emergency surgeries as part of the precaution measures against…
1 day ago
Joint Task Force Operation UDO KA says it has foiled an attempted kidnap of another South-East personality at Umuaka community in Njaba Local Government Area (LGA) of Imo. The Spokesman of Joint Task Force Operation UDO KA, Lt.-Col. Jonah Unuakhalu, said in a statement on Saturday in Enugu that the kidnap was foiled by troops…
1 day ago
No fewer than 12,539 teachers nationwide sat for the May diet of the Professional Qualifying Examination (PQE) which began on Thursday and ended on Saturday. The qualification examination is conducted by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) to test the professional competence of teachers. Speaking with newsmen in Abuja on Saturday, Director, Certification and…
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Editorial
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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.
2 days ago
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
Guardian Life
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Nigerian Grammy-winning sensation Burna Boy has teamed up with South African artists TitoM, Yuppe, and S.N.E on the highly-anticipated remix of their global hit, ‘Tshwala Bam’ by dropping a music video. How the remix went: The remix has gained momentum on streaming platforms. It reached number 1 on Nigeria Apple Music top songs with over…
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Aloe vera is a plant with spiky green leaves. The plant is popular in this part of the world, because of its numerous uses. In Nigeria, for instance, the plant is used for its medicinal properties. But did you know aloe vera gel is also a fantastic addition to your skincare routine? This plant is…
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, who rekindled their romance in 2021 and married in 2022, are reportedly living apart. This news comes just weeks after Lopez attended the Met Gala without Affleck by her side. Affleck's rep attributes his absence to filming commitments in Los Angeles. However, the couple's living situation has sparked rumours of…
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Now is the time to start exploring local beauty brands. The days of limited options and pocket-tearing prices are gone. The Nigerian beauty industry is growing, and homegrown brands are offering everything you need to slay. Here is how to slay with local beauty brands in Nigeria, while rocking a flawless look. Try out the…
Technology
2 days ago
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.…
4 days ago
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.
4 days ago
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.