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Day: October 16, 2023

Obaseki wants Benin Bronzes returned unconditionally

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has called on all foreign holders of Benin Bronzes to return them to Nigeria without having to deal with the stress of conditions set by institutions that acquired them immorally. Artefacts stolen from the old Benin Kingdom during a British invasion in 1897 have been scattered all over the…

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Conjoined twin girls delivered at LASUTH die 1 day apart

Conjoined twins are extremely rare, with an incidence of 1 in 50,000 births. A set of conjoined twins delivered by medical experts at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) have died, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. The Chief Medical Director, LASUTH, Prof. Adetokunbo Fabamwo, made this known in an interview with NAN…

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Tinubu’s first annual budget proposal is ₦26 trillion for 2024

The budget is expected to consolidate on the various economic reforms initiated by the administration. The Federal Government has proposed the sum of ₦26.01 trillion for the 2024 appropriation based on oil price benchmark of $73.96 and 21% interest rate. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, disclosed this to State House Correspondents at…

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Minister charges principals to protect schools from attacks

The minister said early security warnings must not be taken for granted. The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has charged Principals of Federal Unity Colleges (FUCs) across the country to protect their schools and students from any form of attacks or banditry. This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja…

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FEC approves sub-committees for industrial revitalisation, free trade zone

The subcommittees are expected to come up with a roadmap toward the full revival of the economy. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the formation of two committees on industrial revitalisation roadmap and review of the Free Trade Zones in the country to improve the nation’s economy. The Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment,…

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FG seeks collective action to promote handwashing culture

Utsev noted that investment in hygiene infrastructure and products must be accelerated in schools, homes, healthcare facilities and the public places. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, has called for collective action from all stakeholders to encourage the culture of handwashing in all parts of the country. Utsev made this call…

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Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye threatens to sue UN over financial mismanagement

Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye says the UN has not been transparent in how it utilised the funds it got from donations for Nigerians. The Minister of Women’s Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye has threatened to sue the United Nations if the organisation failed to publish monies collected from donors for the benefit of Nigerians in 30 days. Ohanenye said…

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adidas Originals launches new global brand platform: We gave the world an original; you gave us a thousand back

#FeatureBybcode Since it was first introduced to the world over 50 years ago, the Trefoil has lived a thousand lifetimes, trading feet with everyone, from athletes to cultural pioneers. Marking the arrival of a new era for the brand. adidas Originals launches new global brand platform: We gave the world an original; you gave us…

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NIPOST’s first female Postmaster General assumes office

Odeyemi promises to make NIPOST logistics, e-Commerce, and other postal services arms efficient. Tola Odeyemi, the new Postmaster General of the Federation and Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST), on Monday assumed duty. Odeyemi, while addressing the management staff pledged to build on the legacy of her predecessors to advance the postal organization locally…

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Obaseki: Nollywood films can make more money for Nigeria than oil

Obaseki says the government must support creators and nurture the film industry to become more profitable. The governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, is confident the Nollywood film industry can become a cash cow for Nigeria if stakeholders play their cards right and maximise obvious opportunities. He told filmmakers at a mixer in Lagos State…

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