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Month: August 2023

FCTA impounds, crush 400 commercial motorcycles in Abuja

The commissioner said the motorcyclists were allowed to operate only in the suburbs of FCT. The Joint Task Force Team of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Thursday impounded and crushed no fewer than 400 commercial motorcycles for operating illegally in Abuja capital city. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the motorcycles…

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Tinubu reiterates support for public-private partnership on economy

The President said he was elected on a “no excuses” platform for renewed hope, adding that he would not accept excuses from anyone in delivering on his agenda. President Bola Tinubu said he would continue to support a robust public-private sector partnership in the country for economic growth. He also said that his administration’s sustained,…

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Deal with disease causing coups, not symptoms – Atiku tells African leaders

Atiku said democracy has come to stay, adding that everything should be done to enthrone, nurture, and sustain it. The former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has urged African leaders to expend less energy on fighting coups on the continent and instead concentrate more on uprooting their root causes. Atiku’s remarks come barely 24 hours after…

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A timeline of coups in Africa over three years

Over the last three years, coup d’états have taken place in West and Central Africa, a region that has tried to shed its reputation as a “coup belt” The confluence of constitutional crises in the region raises several questions. Why these three countries? Why now, in such short succession? Here are all the coups in…

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6 exciting Nigerian movies to look out for September

A new month means movie dates to tick on our calendars. After a month filled with Yoruba epics and other culturally inclined stories, we have much more in store to expect this September. The coming month is packed with movies we have waited eagerly for and now that they are almost here, we want you…

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Fears after Gabon coup, Rwanda retires 12 generals, Cameroon rejigs army

Cameroon and Rwanda have runged the changes in their military set-up after the latest coup in Africa. Word on the streets has it that the latest coup in Gabon has sent shivers down the spines of several sit-tight regimes in Africa as the duo of Paul Kagame of Rwanda and his Cameroon counterpart, Paul Biya,…

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Most Beautiful Girl in Lagos: Lagos First Lady grace maiden edition

#FeatureByMBGL The much-anticipated Most Beautiful Girl in Lagos (MBGLAGOS) beauty pageant, an event that seamlessly blends beauty, culture, and a strong commitment to climate action, concluded on August 26, 2023, at the prestigious Terra Kulture venue. The pageant showcased not only the exquisite charm and elegance of Lagos women but also their dedication to promoting…

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Safari with Xiaomi winners experience the iconic African wilderness Maasai Mara

#FeatureByXiaomi Last month, Xiaomi Africa launched an online photography campaign to invite fans to show their photography skills with Xiaomi phones. Winners stood to win a 3-day trip to Maasai Mara. Over 1,000 heeded the call and shared their photos under the hashtag #SafariWithXiaomi and true to its promise, Xiaomi took the winners to the…

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I have never beat any woman – Frank Edodho revisits rumours about him

He also put it out to people that he is not a role model to anyone and has never wanted to be. Popular television host Frank Edoho has re-clarified that he never beat his ex-wife Katherine, as opposed to the rumours about him that circulated in 2013. Speaking with the Teju Babyface on the King…

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Uganda’s economy sees impressive growth as trade deficits shrink and exports surge

Uganda’s trade deficits decreased due to robust export growth, outpacing rising import costs. July 2023 sees an 11.1% surge in exports, led by beans, simsim, cotton, and gold. East African Community (EAC) remains Uganda’s primary export market, while Asia’s demand for gold boosts earnings. According to Uganda’s finance ministry, the nation’s yearly and monthly trade deficits with…

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