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LG Polls: OYSIEC Releases List of Successful Ad-hoc Staff, Election Result Viewing Portal
•••Reels Out Control Room Numbers For Complaints, Enquiry IBADAN – The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), has released the list and roles of ad-hoc staff to be engaged across the polling units for the forthcoming Local Government Councils Election in the state. In a statement issued on Friday by OYSIEC Chairman, Aare Isiaka Abiola […]
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Fuel scarcity: NNPC blames logistics problems as fuel queues surface in Abuja, Nasarawa, others
Tribune Online Fuel scarcity: NNPC blames logistics problems as fuel queues surface in Abuja, Nasarawa, others THE Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has said the tightness in the supply of Premium Motor Spirit (NNPC Ltd) has said the tightness in the supply of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) currently being experienced in some areas across the country is as a result of logistics issues which have been resolved.) currently being […] Fuel scarcity: NNPC blames logistics problems as fuel queues surface in Abuja, Nasarawa, others Tribune Online
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‘Sanwo-Olu did not promise N70,000 minimum wage’
Sanwo-Olu, according to some media reports allegedly announced the increase in the minimum wage in Lagos from N35,000 to N70,000 during the unveiling of Eko Cares – the umbrella for the various interventions to protect the poor against the effects of the prevailing economic hardship on Wednesday.
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See the beautiful moment BBNaija Maria's son meets with Frodd's daughter (video)
BBNaija star Maria Chike son and Frodd's daughter recently met, and it was a heartwarming moment for fans and netizens as they admired them, more on Legit.ng.
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ByteDance Stands Firm on TikTok Ownership Amid US Pressure
Despite mounting pressure from the US government, ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, asserted its stance against selling the popular video-sharing app.  The company denied any plans for divestment, despite a nine-month deadline imposed by US law due to national security concerns. Recent reports from The Information suggested that ByteDance may explore selling TikTok without [...]
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Benin, Liberia, Sierra Leone roll out malaria vaccine, says WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says the Republic of Benin, Liberia, and Sierra Leone have launched a large-scale rollout of the life-saving malaria vaccine targeting millions of children across the three West African nations. The post Benin, Liberia, Sierra Leone roll out malaria vaccine, says WHO appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Alleged N3bn Fraud: How ex-HoS Oyo-Ita, allies diverted public funds to private companies
Tribune Online Alleged N3bn Fraud: How ex-HoS Oyo-Ita, allies diverted public funds to private companies Prosecution Witness Eight, Hamma Adama Bello, testified before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, detailing the alleged diversion of public funds by former Head of Service (HoS), Winifred Oyo-Ita, and her subordinates into private companies. Oyo-Ita, along with her special assistants and six companies, faces criminal prosecution by the Economic and […] Alleged N3bn Fraud: How ex-HoS Oyo-Ita, allies diverted public funds to private companies Tribune Online
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Watch video as man shares CV format that turned him to 'hot cake' abroad
A man has shared the perfect CV format that got him a huge job in one of the biggest tech companies. Netizens reacted massively to the post shared on the TikTok app.
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Video emerges as Nigerian lady takes man to hotel room after they met in club, shocks people
A Nigerian lady shocked many people with her daring action at a nightclub. She saw a man who tickled her fancy and decided to take him to her hotel room.
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NPFL announces dates for Rivers United’s outstanding fixtures
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has announced dates for the backlog of fixtures involving Rivers United. The NPFL also announced that the league would embark on a temporary break to allow the one-time NPFL champions complete all their outstanding fixtures. The league will be paused after this weekend’s matchday 32 games. It will resume […] NPFL announces dates for Rivers United’s outstanding fixtures
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Araraume mourns Ayogu Eze, says his death diminishing the tribe of vibrant Igbo political leaders
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress [APC] in Imo State, Senator Ifeanyi Araraume has described as shocking, painful and diminishing, the sudden news of the death of a political leader in Enugu State, Senator Ayogu Eze. Eze, who was once a spokesperson of the Senate, reportedly died in an Abuja hospital from a protracted [...] The post Araraume mourns Ayogu Eze, says his death diminishing the tribe of vibrant Igbo political leaders first appeared on Prompt News.
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I lost a relationship because I refused premarital sex – BBNaija Ifuennada
Big Brother Naija reality star Iheme Faith Uloma, aka Ifuennada, has revealed that she lost a relationship because of her stance against premarital sex. On her Instagram page, she shared a video where she blatantly stated that “I don’t believe in sex before marriage.” She captioned the video, “I’ll always say no to premarital s*x […] I lost a relationship because I refused premarital sex – BBNaija Ifuennada
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Video: See the jobs this lady has done in the UK within one year of relocation
A Nigerian lady who relocated to the UK has shared the number of jobs she has done in the country. She has worked as a teaching assistant, a chef and a cleaner.
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Oil Theft: Navy Intercepts 14 Vessels, 90 Boats, 74 Suspects In Niger Delta
The Nigerian Navy said its personnel under the aegis of ‘Operation Delta Sanity’ have arrested 14 motor tanker vessels as well 90 wooden boats and 74 suspected oil thieves in the Niger Delta region in three months. The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, disclosed this on Thursday while addressing journalists at the […]
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See details as actress Nkechi Blessing recounts her experience with Pastor Odumeje (video)
Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has shut down claims of Chukwuemeka Odumeje being a fake pastor. She defended him while sharing her experience.
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Asoebi lady reveals how brides demand she pays for her accommodation for a wedding (video)
A lady Pearl lamented the rate at which brides make demands on asoebi ladies and still refuse to pay for their accommodation bill for the wedding.
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See the way DJ Cuppy praised her dad for giving her training that made her to be a modern man as fans react
DJ Cuppy has gushed over her father and the kind of training she was given by him. She said Femi Otedola raised her to be a modern man even though she is a daughter.
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Electricity is key to ease of doing manufacturing business
47 year-old Dr. Folashade Okoya, a leading figure in the manufacturing sector, celebrated her 25th wedding anniversary with her illustrious husband, Chief Akanni Okoya, founder of Eleganza Industries Limited, yesterday.... The post Electricity is key to ease of doing manufacturing business appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Expert optimistic on economic progress
An Abuja-based financial and public policy analyst, Abdulmumin Ali has listed solutions that should be applied by economic managers to tackle inflation and strengthen the naira. Ali, who is also... The post Expert optimistic on economic progress appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Tinubu mourns Sen. Ayogu Eze
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the Eze family over the passing of Sen. Ayogu Eze. The post Tinubu mourns Sen. Ayogu Eze appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Ogun Gov Appoints Chess Master, Tunde Onakoya, As Sports Ambassador
The Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Tunde Onakoya as the State’s Sports Ambassador. This honour followed Onakoya’s recent record-breaking chess marathon at Times Square, New York. During the meeting where he received the National Chess Master on Thursday, Governor Abiodun expressed his admiration for Onakoya’s accomplishments on the global stage. “This could […]
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Jubilation as 16-year-old Yusuf wins Hajj from Kano government, details emerge
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano has rewarded with a seat to go for the 2024 hajj through the state government after reciting and memorising the holy Quran.
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AXA Mansard backs MSMEs owners with grants
As part of its continued commitment to women and the Medium, Small, and Medium-scale Enterprise (MSME) sector in the country, the global leader in insurance and asset management, AXA Mansard... The post AXA Mansard backs MSMEs owners with grants appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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A DisCo can be run profitably, efficiently
When I assumed the role of MD/CEO at Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) in 2022, I faced significant hurdles, including ATC&C losses at 29.87% and CE at 82.69%. With my... The post A DisCo can be run profitably, efficiently appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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CITN seeks tax professionals’ input to reforms
The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has asked over 28,000 professionals registered under the institute to demonstrate commitment and make valuable contributions to the ongoing reforms in the... The post CITN seeks tax professionals’ input to reforms appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Students Loan: NELFUND warns Nigerians against fake websites
“The fraudsters operating the website www.fedstudyloan-gov.ng have advertised an application for the highly anticipated student loan programme of the Federal Government." The post Students Loan: NELFUND warns Nigerians against fake websites appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Naira falls to N1,420/$ at parallel market amid dollar scarcity
The naira yesterday recorded significant fall against the dollar and other global currencies at both official and parallel markets. The local currency which opened at N1,300 to dollar on Wednesday... The post Naira falls to N1,420/$ at parallel market amid dollar scarcity appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Transcorp Hotels, others rally equities to rebound
Nigerian equities halted recent streak of bearish run yesterday as increased buy orders for shares in Transcorp Group and other major stocks lifted the market to a modest gain of... The post Transcorp Hotels, others rally equities to rebound appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Dangote Cement doubles sales to N817.4b in three months
Africa’s largest cement group, Dangote Cement Plc, doubled its sales in the first quarter as pre-tax profit rose to N166.4 billion within the first three months. Key extracts of the... The post Dangote Cement doubles sales to N817.4b in three months appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Saudi Could Get First Miss Universe Contestant This Year
Saudi Arabia, the world's biggest crude oil exporter, has long been associated with the repression of women because of former rules such as a ban on driving and a requirement to wear abaya robes. The post Saudi Could Get First Miss Universe Contestant This Year appeared first on Channels Television.
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FCMB board okays bank’s recapitalisation plan
The board of FCMB Group Plc yesterday approved a roadmap for the recapitalisation of the group’s commercial banking subsidiary-FCMB Limited. Directors of FCMB at their meeting yesterday reviewed the plans... The post FCMB board okays bank’s recapitalisation plan appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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May Day: Workers await new minimum wage
As workers join their counterparts globally to mark the International Workers’ Day, known as May Day, the minimum wage increase, among others, will top wishes of the workers. TOBA AGBOOLA... The post May Day: Workers await new minimum wage appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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“Marry Your Selves”- Nollywood Actress Unche Ugbodo Advises Colleagues
Nollywood star Uche Ogbodo suggests that actors and actresses in the industry should consider marrying each other instead of seeking partners from outside fields.  She believes that fellow actors understand each other’s lives and work better, making for stronger partnerships. Ogbodo even goes as far as saying that Nollywood actresses make excellent wives. She shared [...]
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Corruption, human rights, killings: US govt report indicts FG, judiciary, military
Tribune Online Corruption, human rights, killings: US govt report indicts FG, judiciary, military CORRUPTION is still endemic in institutions of government in Nigeria, the Unit- ed States of America has claimed. The claim, among several others, was part of its focus report on Nigeria in 2023. The report, packaged by the United States Department of State, was titled: ‘ 2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Nigeria’. Other […] Corruption, human rights, killings: US govt report indicts FG, judiciary, military Tribune Online
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Transfer: Crystal Palace Slap £120m Price Tag On Eze, Olise
Crystal Palace have reportedly slapped a £120 million price tag on Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise amid links with Tottenham and Manchester City. According to BBC Sport, the Eagles will demand £60m ($75m) for each player – with the duo both out of contract at Selhurst Park in the summer of 2027. The report adds […]
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See Nigerian company selected to collect all Helicopter landing fee
The Nigerian government has given approval to NAEBI Dynamic Concepts Limited to collect helicopter landing fees nationwide, and there is a reason.
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