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Month: November 2023

Cross River to construct 4,000 capacity park for articulated vehicles

The park would be fitted with basic facilities such as hospital, hotel, spare parts, mechanic village and warehouse. Cross River Government has disclosed plans to build a 4,000 capacity park for articulated vehicles to decongest Calabar roads. The government said the park would be fitted with basic facilities such as hospital, hotel, spare parts, mechanic…

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Federal government assures foreign mining investors of low production cost

The administration of President Tinubu has embarked on reforms to boost investment by streamlining procedures and reducing hurdles to attract foreign investors. The Federal Government has assured foreign investors interested in the Nigerian mining sector of conducive business environment and low production cost to boost their profitability. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele…

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President Tinubu issues directive to secure Nigeria’s borders

Tunji-Ojo highlighted the urgency of the president’s mandate, noting the vital role that secure borders play in ensuring a safe and stable nation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a stern directive to the Ministry of Interior to bolster security measures along Nigeria’s borders. The directive, disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, during…

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FG to develop legal procedures for prosecution of GBV in schools – Fagbemi

The Spotlight Initiative was established in Nigeria to tackle widespread of GBV and other harmful traditional practices in the country. The Federal government says efforts are on to develop standard operating procedures to create a legal pathway for the prosecution of school-related Gender-based violence. Mr Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and…

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Appeal court affirms Agbu Kefas’ election as Taraba Governor

The three-member panel dismissed the petition filed by the New Nigerian Peoples Party and its candidate, Prof. Sani Yahaya for lacking in merit. The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Tuesday affirmed the election of Agbu Kefas of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as governor of Taraba. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had announced…

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3 filmmakers whose movies will battle for your attention this December

Exciting times for women in the Nigerian film industry, with not one but three titles incoming. This December three female Nigerian filmmakers will debut their new titles across cinemas nationwide. Weeks and months of various and endless preparations will birth the upcoming titles that have had our mouths open since the first details dropped. From…

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Beyonce’s mother defends superstar over skin bleaching allegations

Ms Tina does not play when it comes to her babies, everyone knows this. Beyonce’s mother, Ms Tina Knowles, has clapped back at trolls who claimed Beyonce was bleaching after she appeared lighter in recent pictures from her Renaissance premiere. Knowles made a detailed post on her Instagram in the evening of Tuesday, November 28,…

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International Jaguar Day 2023: All you need to know

Jaguars are not just strong predators but symbols of power in indigenous cultures. Explore the deep, dense jungles where a stunning and mighty creature resides – the incredible jaguar. This majestic big cat grabs your attention and sparks your imagination with its captivating patterns and intense gaze. On International Jaguar Day 2023, join us on…

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Official coronation dates set for new Soun of Ogbomoso

The Oyo State High Court, sitting in Ogbomoso, granted the stay of execution on Monday. The official coronation of the newly selected Soun of Ogbomoso land, Oba Afolabi Olaoye, is now scheduled to take place from December 14 to December 19, as confirmed by the Chairman of the coronation’s Central Planning Committee, Prof Adesola Adepoju….

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$43.7bn trade, investment deals sealed at IATF2023 – Afreximbank

The IATF2023 attracted no fewer than 1,939 exhibitors, with 45 African countries represented. Afreximbank says about 43.7 billion dollars worth of trade and investment deals were sealed at the just concluded Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2023) held in Egypt. Kanayo Awani, Intra-African Trade Bank, Afreximbank Executive Vice-President, said this at the Post-Event Virtual News Conference held…

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