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Month: August 2023

‘BBNaija’ fans share their ideal All Stars winners

Despite winning his season, Whitemoney got some of the fewest votes. For the first time, we have a season of Big Brother Naija with returning, familiar faces. This edition features former housemates returning to the house for a second run and a chance to win ₦120 million and other prizes. As a result, they each…

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Here are 5 healthy foods for breastfeeding mums

If you’re a breastfeeding mother, your diet must include calcium, iron, potassium, and vitamins A and D. Being a new parent is a huge change, but it’s also an amazing, incredible and wholesome experience. As you embark on this journey of motherhood, it’s super important to take care of yourself and prioritise your health so…

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Nigeria asks Google to remove 18 digital lending apps for violations – see details here

Nigeria’s FCCPC (Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission) issued a directive to Google to remove 18 digital money lending apps from the Play Store due to violations of registration regulations. The listed apps, including Getloan, Cashlawn, Swiftcash, and more, are required to demonstrate compliance with the 2022 regulatory framework within five days to continue operating. FCCPC’s crackdown…

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Police kill 3, arrest 12 suspected kidnappers, cattle rustlers in Bauchi

Police said the suspects, during interrogation, couldn’t give a satisfactory account of themselves. Police Command in Bauchi has neutralised three and arrested 12 suspected kidnappers and cattle rustlers terrorizing the Burra Community in Ningi Local government area (LGA) of Bauchi State. Ahmed Wakil, Spokesperson of the Command, stated this in a statement made available to…

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NNPCL partners NIPCO to develop 56 CNG stations for Nigerians

According to him, NIPCO Gas Limited is currently operating 14 CNG stations across Nigeria and has converted over 7,000 vehicles to run on CNG. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), has entered into strategic partnership with NIPCO Gas Limited to develop 56 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations across the country. The NNPC Ltd…

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Angered by fresh lawsuit, Labour threatens nationwide strike August 14

The NLC said it suspended the nationwide protest in deference to President Tinubu, who promised to resolve their concerns. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a fresh threat to commence a nationwide strike if the Federal Ministry of Justice failed to withdraw the lawsuit against organised labour. Since the removal of fuel subsidies and…

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What Nigerians are saying about Honeywell Flour Mills, Ecobank 8-year legal war

#FeatureByIDAfrica The recent end to the protracted legal battle between Honeywell Flour Mills and Ecobank has become a headline-dominating topic in Nigeria, sparking discussions and debates among Nigerians. As the eight-year-long case finally reaches a conclusion with the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos ruling in favour of Honeywell Flour Mills to receive N72.2 billion…

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Military action not solution to Niger coup, Atiku warns ECOWAS

Atiku said the spate of military interventions in the West Africa sub-region in the last three years is worrisome. The former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has cautioned the Economic Community of West Africa (ECOWAS) against proceeding with the planned military action in Niger Republic. The neighbouring West African country has come under the microscope since…

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The Headies returns to Atlanta for 2023 edition

The US Consular General lauds the creative partnership between Nigerian and the United States. The U.S. Mission has hailed the creative industry collaboration between the United States and Nigeria that is bringing the two countries closer together in music, film, fashion, arts, tech, professional and educational exchanges. Delivering remarks at the pre-award reception in honor…

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Imo NLC protester in special marshal’s regalia not our officer – FRSC

FRSC also said that the command had arrested him and recovered the regalia from him. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has said that the protester on a Special Marshal’s regalia in Wednesday’s labour protest in Owerri is not an officer of the corps. The Sector Commander of the corps in Imo, Evaristus Ebeniro, said…

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