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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 a crucial step towards the…
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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 under the administration of President Bola Tinubu.…
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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 19-year-old Nigerian student allegedly killed…
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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 encounter with Winnipeg, Manitoba Police on December 31, 2023.…
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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, announced by ECOWAS…
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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 honor the EFCC's…
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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 debt burden faced by the…
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Benin City, Nigeria - The football community in Nigeria is in mourning as news of the passing of former international footballer and coach, Sebastian Brodericks Imasuen, spreads across the nation. The revered soccer tactician, who played…
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NNPC has responded to recent media reports suggesting a clash between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and marketers over the payment of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) petrol, the NNPC issued a clear denial on Wednesday,…
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Kebbi State to take bold measures in a bid to address the declining quality of education in public primary schools nationwide, Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has revealed plans to reintroduce Teachers' Training Colleges in the state.…
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Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, declared that his decision to vie for the governorship position in 2024 was a result of divine guidance. However, he raised concerns about a conflicting agenda within the ruling party, warning that…
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Abuja-based human rights activist, Deji Adeyanju, has called on Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, to step away from politics and become a mentor for emerging politicians. In his New Year…
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Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, and renowned Nigerian economist Pat Utomi, in a poignant display of solidarity and respect, paid a condolence visit to the grieving family of the late Ondo…
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Femi Gbajabiamila, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, inaugurated four impactful projects during a ceremony in Surulere. The event, held on Tuesday, January 2, saw the collaboration of Gbajabiamila and Governor Babajide…
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South Korea's political landscape was shaken on Tuesday when Lee Jae-myung, leader of the country's main opposition party, was viciously stabbed in the neck during a visit to the southern city of Busan. The assailant, a man in his…
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In a harrowing incident at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan, a plane carrying 367 passengers and 12 crew members burst into flames after colliding with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft during landing. The dramatic scenes captured by NHK showed…
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has defended the National Assembly's decision to augment the 2024 budget by a significant N1.28 trillion. The justification, as articulated by Akpabio, revolves around the imperative for human capital…
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Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), announced the party's strategic shift to assume the role of Nigeria's primary opposition party in 2024, this message was delivered on Monday. Emphasizing the need for a…
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President Bola Tinubu has interrupted his holiday to officiate the signing of Nigeria's 2024 budget, amounting to an impressive N28.7 trillion. The formal enactment took place during a succinct ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on…
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Port Harcourt, Rivers State - In a heated exchange, the Labour Party and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have clashed over the reported 'mechanical completion' and 'flare start-off' of the Port Harcourt refinery, the largest…
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