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Month: November 2023

Okey Bakassi’s ‘Bank Alert’ grosses ₦7.6 million in opening weekend

First time on the big screen and it makes a big shake to the previous rankings. Nigerian comedian Okey Bakassi’s new movie, Bank Alert, has opened as the most-watched Nollywood movie during its first weekend at the box office. Produced by Wingonia Ikpi, with Bakassi as the executive producer, the crime comedy tells the story…

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For Glo, a new focus to power ambitions

#FeatureByGlo Arriving at the Eko Hotel venue of the “Evening with Glo” event last Saturday, one was left wondering what exactly the company had in store for its guests, mostly captains of industry, business associates and high net-worth customers. The hall was lavishly decorated with the tone reflecting Globacom’s touch of green. Nothing prepared me…

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EFCC calls 3 witnesses in trial of Ex-CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele

In the new charge Emefiele was the sole defendant and the charge reduced from 20 to six, to which Emefiele pleaded not guilty. The trial of suspended Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele on Tuesday began in an FCT high court, with the EFCC calling three witnesses. The EFCC charged Emefiele with six…

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Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, others seek France’s support to end Gaza war

The minister condemned the disproportionate use of force against innocent civilians and the destruction of critical infrastructure in Gaza. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar along with that of Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt has asked for France’s support toward ending the humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to the Israeli-Hamas war. The…

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My problem with Obaseki started because I congratulated Oshiomhole  – Shaibu

Shaibu says he is ready to apologise to Oshimhole because Obaseki and the former governor are now on good terms. The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu says he ran into a problem with his principal, Godwin Obaseki because he congratulated Adams Oshiomhole on his 2023 senatorial election victory. Shaibu, while speaking on Channels…

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Students forced to study under trees due to continuous mystery defecation in classrooms

Students at Ada Kyerematen L/A Basic School in Koforidua, Eastern Region, find themselves compelled to abandon their classrooms and resort to studying under trees. This unfortunate situation is a result of persistent acts of defecation within the classrooms by unknown individuals, rendering the learning environment both messy and malodorous. According to UTV’s Michael Akrofi, this…

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How to keep your clothes wrinkle-free without ironing

Keeping your clothes straight without ironing involves a combination of proper washing, drying, and storage techniques. Here are some tips to help you maintain wrinkle-free clothes: Hang clothes properly: Hang your clothes immediately after they come out of the dryer or after air-drying. Smooth out any wrinkles with your hands as you hang them. Use…

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Nigerian telecom subscribers spend ₦2.59tn on airtime, data in 9 months

The increase in data usage has given credence to a World Bank report which predicted a rise in data usage across Africa as a whole. Telecom subscribers in Nigeria have increased their spending on airtime and data to ₦2.59 trillion within nine months. The amount, which shows spending between January and September 2023 was recorded…

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Nollywood actor Lateef Oladmieji bags honourary doctorate

He now joins the long list of our Nigerian celebrities with this prestige. Nollywood actor, Lateef Oladimeji, has been conferred with an honourary doctorate degree in the field of art and culture from a Benin Republic university. The iconic actor announced his latest feat on his Instagram page on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, penning an…

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Senate confirms Tunji Olaopa as Chairman, Federal Civil Service Commission

The senate also confirmed appointment of 11 others as members of the FCSC representing various states of the federation. The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Prof. Tunji Olaopa as the Chairman, Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC). This followed the adoption of the report of the senate Committee on Establishment and Public Service at the…

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