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Day: June 21, 2023

UK envoy explains decision to ban dependent visa for Nigerian students

The British envoy debunked insinuations that the visa policy was targeted at Nigerian students alone. The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has shed more light on his country’s decision to ban Nigerian and other foreign students from bringing family members with them to the United Kingdom. According to Montgomery, the measure was introduced…

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Naira drops slightly against dollar, exchanges at ₦763.17

The Naira sold for as low as 476 to the dollar within the day’s trading. The Naira on Wednesday depreciated against the dollar at the investors and exporters window, exchanging at ₦763.17. The Naira depreciated by 0.87 per cent when compared with ₦756.61 for which it exchanged for the dollar on Tuesday. The open indicative…

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How Nigeria can profit from Japa phenomenon – Bill Gates

Bill Gates said having a big diaspora is a healthy thing for Nigeria. The co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Bill Gates, has highlighted how Nigeria can profit from the Japa phenomenon in the long run. Japa is a Yoruba locution used to describe the recent surge in the number of young Nigerian…

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NEMA deploys experts to states to handle flood prediction

Matazu called on states to promote inter-agency collaborations for actualising early action for disasters risk preparedness and reduction. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has said that experts from its agency will be deployed to all the states of the federation to downscale early warning messages. The Director-General of NEMA, Mustapha Ahmed, made the disclosure…

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Oyo State dismisses fake salary structure for civil servants

The committee has representatives of the NLC, the Trade Union Congress and government officials as members. Oyo State government on Wednesday in Ibadan dismissed a new salary structure purportedly approved by the government for its civil servants. Gov. Seyi Makinde’s media aide, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, stated that the fake salary structure did not emanate from government….

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Radio station debuts in Lagos, targets family

The Director, Special Duties, NBC, Dr Chibuike Ogwumike, said the station complied with regulatory provisions. KCC Communications, the owners of Super FM radio brands, on Wednesday launched its new station, the Super 92.1 FM, in Lagos, with the family as its target audience. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the station went live…

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A Toast to the Makers: The Balvenie’s tribute to craftsmanship

#FeatureByTheBalvenie: In a world driven by mass production, craftsmanship serves as a reminder of the value of timeless, deliberate creation, and the enduring power of resilience. Craftsmen possess a unique ability to transform materials into objects of meaning and beauty, infusing their creations with a piece of their hearts and souls. Their craft combines passion…

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From Symbols to Jackpots: A journey into online slot games

#FeatureByRyanHiggins Embark on a thrilling journey into the captivating world of online slot games. This is where symbols come alive and jackpots await. From the comfort of your device, you can experience the excitement and anticipation accompanying each reel spin. Choosing the right slot game Choosing the right slot game is crucial in maximizing your…

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Expert tenders documents in support of Obi’s petition against Tinubu

All the counsel objected to the admissibility of Obi’s witness and his documents arguing that they would state their reasons in their final addresses. A cyber security expert, Dr Chibuike Ugwuoke tendered documents at the Presidential Election Petition Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday in support of a petition filed by Peter Obi. Obi, candidate…

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I am leaving Nigeria Police better than I met it – Ex IGP

He added that he also strove to enhance the intelligence capacity of the Force through the push for the Cam Scanner upgrade of the Technical Intelligence assets. Immediate past Inspector-General of Police (I-G), retired Usman Baba said in Abuja on Wednesday that he left the Nigeria Police Force better than he met it on his…

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