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Month: July 2023

Wike, El-Rufai, make the cut as Tinubu nominates 28 as ministers

Tinubu sent names of his ministerial nominees to the Senate for confirmation. President Bola Tinubu has finally announced his ministerial list, ending weeks of speculation and heightened anticipation. In a letter delivered by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, to the Senate during plenary on Thursday, July 27, 2023, the President sought confirmation of…

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BBNaija All Stars: Sparks fly between Venita and Mercy

The little things seem to be brewing fights among housemates. Venita and Mercy have had a go at each other during what was meant to be a conversation advising the resident GenZ of the BBNaija All Stars house, Ilebaye. Mercy’s promise to avoid any drama in the house is not going according to plan following…

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The many dangers of using mouthwash for bad breath

Although mouthwash is advertised as eradicating “99.9% of germs”, it may cause more health issues than you bargained for. Mouthwash is frequently promoted as a safe and effective way to treat bad breath and enhance general oral health. But before you add mouthwash to your regular dental routine, take a moment to consider some of…

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5: Delivering flexibility, versatility without compromise

#FeaturedbyVisafoto Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced its fifth generation of Galaxy foldable: Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5. The form factors offer unique experiences for every user with sleek and compact designs, countless customisation options, and powerful performance. The new Flex Hinge makes the foldable experience possible while offering an aesthetically balanced and…

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UI VC lauds Makinde for appointing a University Don as SSG

UI VC also recalled that Adeyemo had served as Commissioners, Special Advisers, Chairman of Governing Council, Members of Boards, and even as the Director General of Protocols in his administration. The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan (UI) Prof. Kayode Adebowale has lauded Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State for appointing Prof. Olanike Adeyemo as…

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Nigerian man sentenced to US prison over ₦2.2m COVID-19 benefits fraud

The convict was said to have used parts of the $2.2 million proceeds of the crime to purchase a condominium in Lekki, Lagos State, for ₦70 million. A 26-year-old Nigerian man identified as Olamide Yusuf Bakare has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison. Bakare, according to the United States (US) Attorney’s…

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Court rejects DSS request to keep Emefiele in detention

The DSS wants to keep Emefiele in detention for the next 14 days. A High Court sitting in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has thrown out a request filed by the Department of State Services (DSS) seeking to keep the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, in detention. Vacation…

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Day of the Dead: Why Mexico celebrates Dia de los Muertos

If you have seen the animated movie Coco, you likely have a general idea of what Dia de los Muertos is about. Among Mexico’s many traditions lies one of the most fascinating cultural celebrations, Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. This Mexican holiday honours departed loved ones while embracing the continuity…

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Bazoum vows to safeguard Niger’s democracy despite military coup

Taking to to X, formerly known as Twitter, the president broke his silence after hours of being reportedly detained by the military. In the wake of a military coup in the Republic of Niger, the ejected President Mohamed Bazoum has assured the safety of democracy. The coup, which took place on Wednesday, July 26, 2023,…

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New report by Duplo reveals South Africa and Kenya dominate B2B payments in Africa

South Africa and Kenya dominate B2B payments in Africa, surpassing Nigeria, as revealed by a new Duplo report.Kenya leads in payment automation, while South Africa leads in electronic bank transfers and invoice processing speed.Security is critical in B2B payment software selection across all countries surveyed. A groundbreaking report from Duplo, a leading business payment platform…

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