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Month: August 2023

Most women in Sub-Saharan Africa re-marry quickly after divorce or widowhood – new report claims

Sub-Saharan African women remarry swiftly after divorce or widowhood, defying declining rates.Over 20% of initial unions end within 15 years, prompting rapid remarriage.The report covers data from 34 countries over four decades. A recent report from the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) in Germany has highlighted a remarkable trend among women in Sub-Saharan…

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NIPOST to back FG National Addressing Policy

NAN reports that the project which will be rolled out in October will empower data and geographic agencies to accommodate forthcoming urban development and expansion. The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) says it is working on the realisation and implementation of digitalized postcodes and Address Verification System (AVS) for Nigeria in line with Federal Government’s National…

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Adekunle and Venita share their first kiss on ‘BBNaija All Stars’

These two have finally taken their relationship to the next level. After weeks of intimacy and bonding, Adekunle and Venita have shared their first kiss on Big Brother Naija All Stars, to the delight of Adenita shippers. The kiss happened while they were chatting in the laundry room. Adekunle mentioned that he felt that some…

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Jigawa Govt pays ₦‎2.024bn terminal benefits to 746 retirees

Executive secretary of the Board urged the beneficiaries to ensure judicious use of the money and he praised the commitment of the state government towards improving the welfare of the workers. Jigawa and Local Government Contributory Pension Scheme Board has commenced the payment of ₦2.24 billion terminal benefits to 746 retirees. The Executive Secretary of…

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I’m dying – Emefiele exclaims in court

Emefiele’s emotional response became apparent before the proceedings even commenced. The suspended governor of Nigeria’s Central Bank, Godwin Emefiele, has found himself embroiled in a series of legal challenges, marking a tumultuous period for his career. Tensions were palpable during today’s hearing, as Emefiele’s emotional response became apparent before the proceedings even commenced. Expressing visible…

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Angel recounts her suicide attempt to Soma on ‘BBNaija All Stars’

Housemates get comfortable with each other as they share personal secrets. In a conversation with Soma, Angel shares the details of a suicide attempt she had in March 2023, prior to her return to Big Brother Naija All Stars. She described it as a chaotic and traumatic experience for her and her personal struggle to…

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How Eldee got scammed by fake investors in Nigeria

He was quite emotional recalling the story. Nigerian musician Sikirullahi Dabiri, fondly known as Eldee, has disclosed he was once scammed by fake investors here in Nigeria. Speaking with Teju Babyface on the King of Talks podcast, the rapper described how he left the country after being swindled by fake investors. Telling his story, he…

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Abbas appoints 5 committee chairmen to replace Tinubu’s appointed ministers

Abbas added that the appointment is with immediate effect so as not to allow void in committee leadership. The Speaker of House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas has appointed five members as chairmen of committees, to replace those appointed ministers by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement on Thursday, Abbas said that the appointment is…

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Cosmopolitan varsity commences academic activities in 16 programmes

VC of the school added that the university would be embedded with entrepreneurship and innovations that would encourage partnerships between businesses, professions, innovators and other academic organisations. The Cosmopolitan University, Abuja says it is kick-starting academic activities in September in 16 programmes and three faculties. Cosmopolitan University is one of the 37 newly approved private…

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5 of the world’s most famous artists and their masterpieces

Who were the greatest artists of all time? A difficult choice to make but we’ve picked out five of the world’s bests. Art has been a part of human culture for centuries, allowing humans to express their thoughts, emotions, perspectives and how they see the world. The artists mentioned below stand as some of the…

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