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Month: June 2023

114%: No Presidential approval for salary increase for elected politicians – FG

FG seeks to quell the spread of false information and reassert the commitment of the government to transparent communication. In a recent development, the Nigerian government has vehemently denied the circulating reports suggesting a 114% increase in salaries for President Bola Tinubu, Vice President, elected Federal and State political office holders, and judicial officers. The…

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The European Union opens its €4300 billion market to East Africa

EU-EAC Market Access Upgrade Programme (MARKUP) enables over 500 agribusinesses in East Africa to trade with the €4300 billion EU market. East African countries, including Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and Tanzania, benefit from the new directive, fostering economic relationships with the EU. Increased demand for East African agricultural products, such as tea, coffee, spices, and avocados, presents…

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Box Office: ‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ stays on top with ₦54 million

Nigerian moviegoers spent a total of ₦153. 7 million in the third week of June. On June 9, 2023, Transformers: Rise opened at the Nigerian box office with ₦35 million. After spending a few more days in theatres, the data from the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria shows that the sci-fi movie is still on…

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Lagos ranks 4th most unlivable place in the world

Lagos improves to 4th worst place to live in the world. In the latest report of the Economic Inteligence Liveability Index, Lagos, Nigeria, has made noteworthy strides despite its position near the bottom of the rankings. The survey, conducted annually, has revealed a surge in liveability scores worldwide, reaching a 15-year high. The 2022 survey…

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23rd MILO Secondary School Basketball Championship – set for national finals

#FeatureByMILO The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated 23rd edition of the MILO Secondary School Basketball Championship National Finals, set to take place on July 7, 2023, at the National Stadium in Lagos. This thrilling event marks the culmination of an exhilarating journey that began with over 11,000 schools participating from across the 36…

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Burna Boy becomes first African artist to hit 1 billion plays on Audiomack

#FeatureByAudiomack Today, Audiomack announced award-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy as the first African artist to hit one billion streams on its platform. This milestone reflects the immense popularity of Burna Boy as an internationally acclaimed musician and demonstrates the power and reach of Audiomack’s platform to connect artists with a global audience. Burna Boy expressed…

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Xiaomi launches the brand new Redmi 12: Power, style, and durability in one package

#FeatureByXiaomi Xiaomi is thrilled to announce the much-awaited launch of the brand new Redmi 12 in Nigeria. Packed with powerful features and offered at an affordable price, Redmi 12 sets a new standard for entry-level smartphones. From its premium glass back to its powerful performance capabilities, this device is sure to captivate tech enthusiasts and…

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Uber Nigeria explains recent hike in taxi fares

Uber Nigeria implemented an increase in fares since June 3, here’s why… Uber Nigeria has recently announced a temporary increase in fares as a means to assist its drivers in navigating the challenges arising from inflation and the recent surge in fuel prices. The ride-hailing company clarified that this fare adjustment is specifically designed to…

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Blaqbonez claims there’s no true love in Lagos

The rapper says he has never witnessed true love in Lagos. Nigerian hip-hop artiste Emeka Akumefule, widely known as Blaqbonez, has boldly claimed that true love does not exist in Lagos. In an interview with popular podcaster Fay Fay, the rapper expressed his views on the subject, highlighting his experiences in various other Nigerian states….

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KCee reveals the reason behind his decision to wear a mask

KCee has revealed the reason behind his decision to wear a mask. KCee is a veteran in the Nigerian music industry who has made a name for himself for constantly rebranding through a rich exploration of Afrobeats and the music of South Eastern Nigeria. In a recent interview, the man who shut down Africa in…

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