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Month: July 2023

Nigerians embrace easier digital transactions as Google collaborates with Verve

Google partners with Verve, Africa’s largest domestic card program, to facilitate digital purchases on Play Store using Verve naira cards. Transactions with Verve cards will be processed in Nigerian naira, making them local transactions and easier for Nigerian users. This collaboration aims to promote financial inclusion and create a more accessible digital environment for Nigerians, empowering them…

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It’s not illegal to use police uniform in skits, lawyer defends Cute Abiola

The police earlier threatened to prosecute Cute Abiola for allegedly disrespecting the force uniform in his recent skits. Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has countered the police claims that skit maker Abdulgafar Ahmad, popularly known as Cute Abiola, violated the law in his recent skits. The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, had described the…

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Tinubu nominated a serpent – Shehu Sani takes dig at El-Rufai

Former Senator cautions Tinubu against “serpent” ministerial nominee. In the aftermath of the ministerial list release on Thursday, July 27, 2023, President Bola Tinubu has received mixed reactions from the public. Amidst the scrutiny, a former senator, Shehu Sani, has issued a warning to the President regarding one of the nominees he believes to be…

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Niger’s presidential guard names himself new ruler following coup

The army also warned foreign states not to attempt a military intervention and stated that it could have devastating consequences for the country. The head of the presidential guard in Niger, Gen. Omar Tchiani, has appointed himself president of the National Council and thus the country’s new ruler. Tchiani made his remarks on national television…

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Buhari expresses shock, concern over Niger coup

Buhari’s thoughts were with President Bazoum’s safety and that of his family. Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his shock and concern over the recent coup in Niger Republic, during which President Mohamed Bazoum was detained by members of the Presidential Guard. In a statement shared on social media, Buhari conveyed his distress at…

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IGoSave: Nigerian comedians last longer than skit makers

He aired his opinion but the question is, ‘Is it facts or cap?’ Popular Nigerian comedian Otaghware Onodjayeke professionally known as I-go-save believes the life span of a skit maker in the comedy industry is short. While appearing as a guest on the Honest Bunch podcast, he was asked if he felt that the skyrocketing…

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Burna Boy drops new single ‘Big 7’, announces new album

Burna Boy is all set to captivate listeners with the release of his highly anticipated new single, ‘Big 7’. With his distinctive sound and captivating storytelling, the Afrobeat sensation continues to break boundaries and redefine the genre in the music industry. Released on July 28, 2023, ‘Big 7’ comes off the back of Burna Boy’s…

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Ajani Hazan Babatunde empowers Artists through Digitizers Management

#Featuredpost Ajani Hazan Babatunde‘s dedication to fostering local talent is evident through his role as the CEO of Flashfame Management. Under his guidance, Flashfame Management has emerged as a game-changer in talent management, particularly for artists seeking to make a mark in the competitive music industry. Passionate about nurturing artists and helping them realize their…

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100,000 registered companies to be delisted from CAC database

The affected companies will be deleted from the commission’s database for failing to file annual returns for a period of 10 years. The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has said it will strike off 100,000 registered businesses from their database for failing to file annual returns. This was disclosed by the Registrar-General and Chief Executive Officer,…

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‘State, FG are not working, make basic, secondary education free, compulsory’ – Prof Okojie

Okojie stated that Nigerian leaders owe every Nigerian child free primary and secondary education to enable than occupy their spaces in their daily living. Prof. Julius Okojie, the Former Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), has called on Nigerian leaders to make education at the basic and secondary levels free and compulsory. Okojie was speaking…

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