January 2024

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Oscar Pistorius Released from South Africa Prison

January 5, 2024 Gideon Ese

Oscar Pistorius, the renowned double-amputee Paralympic and Olympic sprinter, has been released from Atteridgeville Correctional Centre on parole, marking the latest chapter in a case that captivated the world over…

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Port Harcourt Refinery Set to Resume Operations after Successful Test-Run

January 5, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a significant development for Nigeria’s energy sector, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has announced the imminent completion of the test runs at the Port Harcourt refinery, marking…

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Forex Scam: EFCC Searches Dangote HQ for Documents, Probes 51 Firms

January 5, 2024 Omajemite Don

The EFCC has launched an investigation into a forex scam, raiding the headquarters of Dangote Industries and scrutinizing 51 other firms. Get the latest updates on this developing story

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NANS President Demands Immediate Arrest of Undercover Reporter in Certificate Racketeering

January 5, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

NANS President Urges Arrest of Undercover Reporter Unveiling Certificate Racketeering   The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) President for Benin Republic, Ugochukwu Favour, has strongly called for the arrest…

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Betta Edu looted 3bn, so I transferred 17 billion to my private account to prevent her from further looting — dismissed CEO of NSIPA, Halima Shehu

January 5, 2024 Omajemite Don

I transferred 17 billion to my private account to prevent Bola Tinubu’s Minister, Betta Edu, from looting,” stated the dismissed CEO of NSIPA, Halima Shehu. The recently dismissed CEO of…

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NLC President Ajaero Reveals When New Minimum Wage Payment Will Begin

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a recent announcement, the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, shed light on the expected timeline for the commencement of payments for the new minimum wage…

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NIDCOM Will Ensure Justice is Served for Afolabi’s Death, Says Dabiri Erewa

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has pledged that the commission will ensure justice is served in the tragic case of Afolabi Stephen, a…

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Breaking: Tinubu Makes 6 New Appointments (Full List)

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

Find out the latest appointments made by Tinubu, including the names of the new officials and their roles. Get the full list here.

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NYSC Clarifies Why Reporter Breached Its System, Got Mobilized Twice in Certificate Racketeering Scandal

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has released a statement clarifying the reason why a reporter was mobilized twice for service despite a certificate racketeering scandal. Get the latest updates…

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Edison Ehie withdraws lawsuit against 27 lawmakers whose seats he declared vacant

January 4, 2024 Taiwo Oyedepo

Edison Ehie, the reigned speaker who had filed a lawsuit against 27 lawmakers whose seats he declared vacant, has withdrawn the case. Get the latest updates

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Top 10 Richest Men in Africa 2024 (Full List)

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

Discover the top 10 richest men in Africa at the start of 2024, according to Forbes. Find out their net worth and the industries they dominate

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Ex-Minister Pauline Tallen Appeals Judgment Barring Her From Public Office

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

A former Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs. Pauline Tallen, has taken her case to the Court of Appeal in Abuja, seeking to overturn the judgment of the FCT High Court…

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Nigerian Community Mourns Tragic Death of 19-Year-Old Student Shot by Canadian Police

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a somber turn of events, the Nigerian Community of Manitoba is grappling with the loss of Afolabi Stephen, a 19-year-old Nigerian student, who tragically lost his life in an…

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Former Sierra Leone President Koroma Seeks Asylum in Nigeria Amidst Treason Charges

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

Controversy surrounds the recent decision by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to relocate former Sierra Leonean President, Ernest Bai Koroma, to Nigeria following treason charges. The move,…

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Nigerian Newspapers Digest: 10 things to know today, January 4, 2024

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

Top Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers – January 4, 2024 Good morning! Here’s a summary of key stories from Nigerian Newspapers for this Thursday morning:   1. Federal Government Expands Sanctions…

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Dollar to Naira Exchange rate

Dollar to Naira Black Market exchange rate today, January 4, 2024 | dollar to naira today

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? Find below the Dollar to Naira Black Market exchange rate…

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Cyber Kidnapping: What It Means and How to Protect Yourself Right Now

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

Learn about cyber kidnapping, its definition, types, and how to protect yourself from this growing cybercrime. Get the latest information and expert tips

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Sadiya Umar-Farouq Shuns EFCC Invitation Amidst Alleged N37.1bn Fraud Probe

January 3, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a recent twist to an ongoing investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, failed to…

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Obasanjo: Coming Generations to Inherit Nigeria’s Debt

January 3, 2024 Gideon Ese

Former President Obasanjo Warns of Impending Debt Crisis for Future Generations in Nigeria. In a candid statement on Wednesday, former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo expressed deep concern over the mounting…

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CBN Official, three others killed by Gunmen

January 3, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

A Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) official and three others were killed by gunmen in a tragic incident. Get the latest news and updates on Nigerian news.

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