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Month: June 2023

Benue Speaker calls for ‘ceasefire’ amidst Mbaivur, Mbasombo crisis

Speaker of the Benue House of Assembly, Mr Hyacinth Dajoh, has appealed to people of of Mbaivur and Mbasombo in Ikpayongo axis of Gwer-East Local Government Area to sheathe their sword and allow peace to reign. Dajoh made the call in Makurdi during a meeting with stakeholders from Gwer-East local government area. He invited President…

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All you need to know about female condoms and why more women should use them

Female condoms, or internal condoms, are an often neglected type of contraceptive with several benefits. When it comes to safe sex, the most common options are male condoms and contraceptive pills. In many cases, people, particularly men, tend to opt for unprotected intercourse and rely on the woman to take contraceptives. However, these contraceptives can…

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2-storey building collapses, leaving 4 injured in Port Harcourt

An appendage of a two-story hotel has collapsed in the Ada-George area of Port Harcourt, leaving four injured persons now receiving treatment in hospital. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) gathered that the two-storey building belonging to 1708 Hotel, Rumuoke by Okilton Junction, off Ada George, collapsed at about 6.15 am on Thursday, June 29…

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‘Achadu handled all election expenses’ – APC group urges Tinubu to appoint Achadu as minister

As stakeholders jostle for ministerial appointments, the APC Youth Development and Solidarity Forum (APC-YDSF), has called on President Bola Tinubu to consider Mr Michael Achadu from Benue for ministerial appointment. President of the group, Mr Tobias Ogbeh, made the call at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday, June 29 2023. The News Agency of…

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Bloomberg: Dangote remains Africa’s Wealthiest Man Despite Currency Fluctuations

Dangote’s valuation reaches $15.6 billion, tops list of African billionaires. In a recent publication of the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group, has reaffirmed his position as Africa’s richest man, undeterred by the volatility of the Nigerian currency against the dollar. With an impressive valuation of $15.6 billion, Dangote has secured…

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‘Showcase your sporting talents’ – Ekiti’s first lady charges youths

Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, Wife of Ekiti State Governor, has called on youths in the state to develop interest in sporting activities with a view to showcasing their talents. She made this call on Thursday, June 29 while unveiling the new Jerseys of Ekiti Queens Football Club at Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado-Ekiti. She noted that…

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‘Nigerians will reap the rewards of our policies’ – Tinubu

Nigerians will continue to reap the rewards of our administration’s new economic reforms after the time of sacrifice needed to transform the nation. President Bola Tinubu made this known on Thursday, June 29 2023 in Lagos at a reception in his honour by the Lagos state government. He said that these rewards would be replicated…

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Buhari seeks peace in London over Daura

Former president Buhari explains what sent him running to distant location. Muhammadu Buhari, the immediate past president of Nigeria, has divulged the motive behind his departure from Daura, Katsina State, to seek solace in London. In a statement issued by Garba Shehu, Buhari’s former spokesperson, on Thursday, June 29, 2023, it was clarified that the…

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Nigerian musician Mohbad releases new EP ‘Blessed’

Street-pop sensation Mohbad is back with a new EP he calls ‘Blessed’. After capturing the hearts of music lovers with his debut EP and setting the Nigerian music scene ablaze with the viral hit ‘KPK,’ Mohbad is back with a bang, ready to take his artistry to new heights. The talented singer and rapper is…

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WHO to declare aspartame, a sweetener in Diet Coke carcinogenic

According to reports, an artificial sweetener that is frequently found in diet coke will be declared as potentially carcinogenic to people. The World Health Organisation, is on the verge of labelling a commonly used sugar substitute, aspartame as a likely carcinogenic substance, Reuters reports exclusively. This development is expected to spark a clash between the…

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