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Iranian state media said President Ebrahim Raisi died on Monday after his helicopter crashed in a mountainous region of the country. The government has not yet issued a confirmation of the leader's death. Rescue teams had been scouring the area since Sunday afternoon after a helicopter carrying Raisi, the foreign minister and other officials had…
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The question of whether to raise or hold the monetary policy rate (MPR) confronts the Monetary Policy Committee, the rate-fixing arm of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), as its members converge on Abuja in the next two days for its crucial 295th meeting.
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Inflation rate has been projected to reach 34.56 per cent this month. The projection is hinged on the synchronised impact of renewed currency pressures, food demand-supply imbalances, elevated energy prices and unfavourable base effects from last year.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Monday he was "deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic demise" of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. "My heartfelt condolences to his family and the people of Iran," Modi posted on social media platform X. "India stands with Iran in this time of sorrow." India and…
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The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has harped on the significance of the banking and foreign exchange (FX) market reforms, saying they are in the interest of the country.
News
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Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE), Lagos State chapter, has charged real estate developers to make efforts to curb carbon emissions into the atmosphere to reduce global warming.
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A consortium of Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) has stressed the need for advocacy towards the increased awareness and protection of child domestic workers.
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Ahead of the 2027 general elections, supporters of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 poll, have commenced harmonisation of structures across the country with the inauguration of the Obidient Harmonisation Committee (OHC).
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Ahead of tomorrow’s minimum wage negotiation committee meeting where a new offer is expected to be tabled by the Federal Government, Organised Labour has asked the government to get serious, describing the earlier proposed N48,000
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The Dr. Samuel Ogbuku-led Executive Management Committee of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has announced plans to commission 92 infrastructure projects executed at a cost of N84 billion across the nine mandate states
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Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has sacked all transition committee chairmen across the 21 local councils of the state. The development was contained in a letter titled, 'Expiration of tenure and handover to heads of Local Government
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Six people died on the spot on Saturday night when a Mac truck loaded with chippings rammed into four stationary mini-buses filled with passengers at the busy Imo State University Junction in Owerri.
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A helicopter carrying Iranian President, Ebrahim Raisi, has suffered a “hard landing”, state television reported, as officials said search and rescue operations were underway but were being impeded by poor weather conditions.
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Operatives of Rivers State Police Command have arrested a 27-year-old man, Meshark Monday, for alleged car theft. Spokesperson for the Command, Grace Iringe-Koko, who confirmed the development, yesterday
Guardian TV
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A slew of announcements from OpenAI and Google this week brought us to the brink of human-like AI assistants. Generative artificial intelligence is getting faster, and being applied to an increasing number of tasks.
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A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and some other senior officials had a “hard landing” in northwestern East Azerbaijan province on Sunday, according to Iran’s state TV.
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Following the approval of the hike in electricity tariff by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, customers in the band, a category who receive 20 hours and above supply of electricity, will now have to pay 225 Naira per kilowatt hour against the 66 Naira payable before the hike.
This directive, which came in the middle of fuel subsidy removal, foreign exchange crisis, and high inflation rates, has been heavily criticized by the citizens.
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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.
Sport
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Some things never change. Among such is a Manchester City victory in the English Premier League during the Pep Guardiola era. Yesterday at the Etihad, Manchester City defeated West Ham 3-1 to win the English Premier League title for the fourth time in a row.
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Super Eagles’ midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, has promised to give his all for Nigeria’s victory over South Africa in the forthcoming 2026 World Cup qualifier in Uyo.
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It is a battle of table toppers in Benin, Edo State today, when Tojemarine Academy meet Niger United at the ongoing Ardova Handball Premier League. The two teams are tied on 18 points, having won six games apiece.
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Fresh from a triumphant outing at the IBB International Golf and Country Resort, Abuja, where he won the e-Tranzact Golf Classic title for the second year running, Lagos-based Francis Epe has turned his attention on a professional golf tours of the United States.
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Erik ten Hag says Manchester United must "do everything" to reward the loyalty of the "best fans in the world" by winning the FA Cup following their worst finish to a Premier League season.
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Seplat Energy has disclosed that it is targeting a dividend net stream of $30 million yearly from Anoh Gas Power Company Limited (AGPC). According to the Chief Executive Officer of the company, Roger Brown
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Monday he was "deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic demise" of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. "My heartfelt condolences to his family and the people of Iran," Modi posted on social media platform X. "India stands with Iran in this time of sorrow." India and…
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The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has harped on the significance of the banking and foreign exchange (FX) market reforms, saying they are in the interest of the country.
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Nigeria's former Minister of State for Environment, Sharon Ikeazor has been appointed as the chairperson of the Elephant Protection Initiative (EPI) Leadership Council, an alliance of 24 African countries with common policies on elephant conservation.
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Editorial
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Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State recently announced himself as the commissioner in charge of lands, citing the need to avert the recurrence of inadequacies under the previous commissioner he appointed and to restore public confidence in the ministry
Features
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Stakeholders in agriculture sector have called on government to provide loans to smallholder farmers as a way of boosting food production in the country.
They said, by investing in agriculture machinery, as part of commitment to the sector
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Only two per cent of the N19.67 trillion total pension assets, which amounts to N396.3 billion, is in cash as of the end of the first quarter, information provided by the National Pension Commission (PenCom) has disclosed.
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The cost of homes is now rising faster by as much as 25 per cent in major cities in the country, and exacerbating affordability challenges for buyers. Although the current trends are driving many prospective homeowners to the outskirts
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Stakeholders in agriculture sector have called on government to provide loans to smallholder farmers as a way of boosting food production in the country.
They said, by investing in agriculture machinery, as part of commitment to the sector
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Ahead of tomorrow’s minimum wage negotiation committee meeting where a new offer is expected to be tabled by the Federal Government, Organised Labour has asked the government to get serious, describing the earlier proposed N48,000
Business
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The National Pension Commission (PenCom) said no fewer than 88,213 new retirement savings accounts (RSAs) holders had been added to the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) in the last quarter of last year.
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The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) have revealed plans to join hands in promoting the economic diversification drive of the government.
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TAJBank Limited has won the Islamic Finance News’ (IFN’s) “Best Islamic Bank in Nigeria 2023”, beating other nominees from across the global geopolitical zones in the competition.
Columnists
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Last week, Labour opted out of the Tripartite National Minimum Wage Committee, that is tasked with negotiating a new wage for workers. The workers’ body said it realised government wasn’t ready for serious business.
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Mr President, this is a continuation of my analysis of the military base ‘request’ by the United States and France that your administration has declared as misinformation.
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Nigeria presently has an irrigation potential of about 3.4 million hectares (ha) and 162 irrigation dams with a total storage capacity of 11 billion cubic meters, sufficient to irrigate 725,000ha, according to information from the Department of Irrigation and Drainage
Guardian Life
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A Donald Trump biopic and the latest dark creation by David Cronenberg premiere in Cannes on Monday as the world-famous film festival reaches its midway point. "Emilia Perez", a musical about a narco boss having a sex change, is the audacious frontrunner so far, after 11 of the 22 entries for the top prize Palme…
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When the sun is shining and you're in the mood for a vibrant and thirst-quenching cocktail, look no further than the delightful Pink Lemonade Cocktail. This drink combines the flavours of lemonade with a splash of fruity sweetness, resulting in a refreshing and visually appealing beverage. It’s time to elevate your gatherings with this sensational…
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Mastering the art of dressing for different occasions is essential for men who wish to make a lasting impression. Whether it's a formal event, a casual outing, or a traditional ceremony, understanding how to dress according to the event can up your style game in ways you never imagined. Furthermore, in this fashion guide, we…
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Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has broken his silence on a 2016 video that surfaced recently. The video was showing him physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie. In an Instagram video, Diddy expressed remorse for his actions. He said, “I take full responsibility for my actions in that video.” He described the incident as one of…
Technology
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Tosin Onanuga, a prominent figure in Nigeria's mobile technology sector, is leading the charge for digital inclusion, aiming to bridge the gap and empower disenfranchised children and youths through access to digital infrastructure. Recognizing the transformative power of technology in accelerating education and socioeconomic progress, Onanuga is dedicated to ensuring that all Nigerians have equal…
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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.
15 May
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.
15 May
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.
15 May
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…