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Month: June 2023

FG to fast-track access to single digit loans for MSMEs—Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima says the Federal Government will ensure quick access to single digit loans for Nigerian small businesses. The vice president made this pledge on Tuesday, 27 June 2023 in a message to mark the 2023 World Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Day. He said that the Federal Government was aware of…

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HURIWA urges Tinubu to consider southerner for EFCC chairman

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged President Bola Tinubu to appoint a southerner as the next Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This is contained in a statement signed by the National Coordinator of HURIWA, Mr Emmanuel Onwubiko, and made available to newsmen in Owerri, on Monday, 26…

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How Beyoncé donated $10,000 to Nigerian siblings’ London restaurant

Chuku’s, a London-based restaurant described as the first Nigerian tapas restaurant in the world, was chosen as one of 10 small companies in London to receive £8,000 ($10,000) in support from Beyonce’s BeyGOOD philanthropic organization. The famous singer and performer, Beyoncé Knowles has committed herself to supporting black-owned businesses by donating $1 million to the…

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Acting IGP orders withdrawal of mobile police personnel from VIPs

Egbetokun says the force will re-evaluate the responsibilities of the PMF to ensure their effective utilisation. The Acting Inspector-General of Police (IG), Mr Olukayode Egbetokun said personnel of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) would be withdrawn from VIPs escort and guard duties. Egbetokun said this on Monday in Abuja at a conference with the Police…

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I-G to deploy 40,000 Police officers to Special Intervention Squad

The Acting Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olukayode Egbetokun said 40,000 specially trained elite officers would be deployed to the newly created Special Intervention Squad of the Nigeria Police. Egbetokun made this statement on Monday, 26 June 2023 in Abuja at a conference with Commanders of the Police Mobile Force (PMF), Special Protection Unit (SPU)…

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Kenya’s president signs new tax bill despite threats of another protest and possible economic instability

Kenyan President William Ruto signs a bill doubling the gasoline tax and introducing new levies, despite concerns about increased hardship for citizens.The new tax package is projected to generate over $2.1 billion in revenue, but raises income tax rates and imposes fees on essential commodities and services. The controversial tax law is likely to spark fresh…

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President Tinubu returns to Nigeria today

President Tinubu will return to Lagos, where he’ll observe his first Sallah celebration as president. President Bola Tinubu is expected to return home today ahead of Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The President after his first official trip to France where he attended a summit for ‘A New Global Financing Pact’ headed for London ‘for a short private…

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‘BBNaija Reunion’: Adekunle steals the show in episode 6

Adekunle was the focus of the show tonight and not in a good way. It’s episode six of the ongoing Big Brother Naija Reunion show and drama is not letting up. The episode kicked off with Bryann and Khalid sharing their thoughts on Hermes’ interesting accent. Hermes responded with a well-thought answer as he explained…

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Tunde Obe celebrates 25th year wedding anniversary with wife

The iconic artiste takes to social media with a heartfelt yet humorous 25th wedding anniversary post. Tunde Obe celebrates his 25th year of marriage to his wife, Wunmi Obe. In his celebratory post, the entertainer tagged his heartthrob in the caption reiterating their wedding vows where they promised to love each other till they go…

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Ribadu vows to stabilise Nigeria as he assumes office as NSA

Ribadu says the task of securing the country is that of all Nigerians. Nuhu Ribadu, has officially taken over from Maj-Gen Babagana Monguno (retd) as Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA). On assumption of office, the retired Assistant Inspector General of Police vowed to live up to Nigerians’ expectations and secure the country from all forms…

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