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The House of Representatives has affirmed its commitment to overseeing the investigation into the military airstrikes resulting in the tragic death of more than 80 Nigerians in Kaduna State last Sunday. Hon. Babajimi Benson, Chairman of…
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Asue Ighodalo, the Chairman of Nigerian Breweries Plc, has officially resigned from his position, effective December 31, 2023. This development coincides with Mr. Ighodalo's upcoming gubernatorial campaign in Edo State, running under the…
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Woman Hospitalized for Three Months After Landlady's Assault Seeks Assistance Imabong William, a middle-aged woman residing in Enugwu-Ukwu, has been hospitalized since August 17 following a disturbing incident involving her landlady,…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has enthusiastically marked the 61st birthday of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, CON, extending his appreciation for Akpabio's exceptional leadership qualities and acknowledging his significant contributions…
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"Beware of Counterfeit Naira Banknotes in Circulation," the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in a recent statement has cautioned the public about a rise in fake Naira banknotes circulating across the country. The advisory emphasizes the…
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Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, responded to accusations of religious conflict and ethnic cleansing in the wake of a military airstrike that claimed the lives of over 90 individuals. Renowned figures, including Sheikh Ahmad Gumi,…
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Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, has urged President Bola Tinubu to step down as the petroleum minister and appoint a replacement. This recommendation was made during the opening of the 2023 Bank…
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Administration is facing intense scrutiny over allegations of extravagant spending during Nyesom Wike's tenure, with concerns centered around the renovation of the minister's official residence in…
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Senator Adams Oshiomhole, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Interior, has raised alarm over the living conditions of prison inmates in Nigeria, expressing astonishment that the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS) allocates more funds to…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in response to recent media reports has clarified Chairman Ola Olukoyede's statement regarding Nigerian youths and their alleged involvement in internet fraud, commonly known as 'yahoo…
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Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the foremost Igbo socio-cultural organization, in a resolute stance has denounced the recent protests in Abuja targeting Minister Nyesom Wike, attributing them to the machinations of opposing political factions. Mazi…
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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, in a recent clarification refuted claims that he visited Godwin Emefiele, the embattled former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, at Kuje prison in Abuja. The Ooni's spokesperson, Moses…
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President Patrice Talon of Benin Republic in a diplomatic visit met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja on Wednesday to deliberate on strategies for enhancing trade relations between the neighboring nations.…
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President Patrice Talon of Benin Republic made a diplomatic visit to the State House in Abuja to meet with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu. The visit, documented with photographs, underscores the importance of fostering bilateral…
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Forbes has declared Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, as the most powerful woman in Africa, securing the 87th position globally in its 20th annual ranking released on Tuesday. This…
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Minister of State for Defense, Bello Matawalle, asserts he won't surrender 50 government vehicles, challenging Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State to pinpoint the court order mandating their retrieval. Matawalle condemns the Zamfara…
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The recently unveiled breakdown of the 2024 Budget, as sighted by Ejes Gist News, reveals substantial financial allocations and noteworthy increases across diverse sectors. Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration,…
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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, paid a visit to the imprisoned former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, at Kuje Prison in Abuja. Emefiele, facing a six-count charge of procurement…
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Andrew Okungbowa, who held the position of Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, has tendered his resignation. The announcement, made on December 4, 2023, comes just five months after Okungbowa assumed the…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has called upon Governor Rotimi Akeredolu to temporarily hand over power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, for the effective governance of the state. Fatai Adams, the Ondo State PDP…
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