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Month: November 2023

Court adjourns Emefiele’s case to Jan 25 to appear in court over $53m debt

This development followed a plea by Emefiele that all efforts to appear in person on the order of the court were unsuccessful as he was still in custody. A Federal High Court in Abuja has given former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, until January 25 to appear in court to explain…

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Enugu Govt gives logistics providers Dec 1 deadline to obtain licences

There has been an increase in reports of the constant breach of security due to the lack of coordination and chaotic nature of logistic service operations in the state. The Enugu Government has given logistics services providers a December 1 deadline to register with the state government. Emeka Ajogwu, the State Commissioner for Special Duties,…

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Wike breaks silence on political feud with Fubara

Wike states the importance of political base amidst internal wrangling in Rivers State. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has shed light on the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, reaffirming the significance of maintaining a strong political base in the face of internal conflicts. Reports emerged that a discord had…

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3 convincing reasons you need to switch to a vegan lifestyle

In recognition of World Vegan Day, celebrated annually on November 1, let’s unpack the benefits of veganism. Veganism and vegetarianism are often misunderstood as being the same but they are two very different terms. Vegetarians do not eat meat, poultry, or fish, but they may still consume eggs and dairy products. Vegans, on the other…

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Gov Mbah pledges to end hunger, grow State’s economy from $4.4bn to $30bn

Mbah added that his administration will ensure that farmers enjoy the best support they need. Gov Peter Mbah of Enugu, said that his administration was committed to eradicating hunger and poverty in the state. He explained that the feat was expected to be achieved through prioritising and unlocking the rural economy through investment in agriculture…

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Kaduna LG removes council chairman, Siman over alleged gross misconduct

Siman denied the allegations against him, stated that he was never given the opportunity to defend himself. Nine out of 10 councilors in Kaura Local Council of Kaduna State have removed the council Chairman, Mathias Siman, from office for alleged gross misconduct. The removal was conducted through the process of impeachment, following a motion moved…

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Enugu Police arrest 7 notorious criminal suspects within State’s metropolis

The commissioner commended the police operatives and urged residents to remain supportive. The Police Command in Enugu State has arrested seven notorious criminal suspects, who have been operating for years, within the Holy Ghost axis of Enugu metropolis. In a raid, Police recovered nine female handbags, two wallets, two wheel spanners, one iron saw, one…

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7 times politicians had public rifts with their godfathers

Pulse presents a list of 7 Nigerian politicians who experienced public rifts with their political godfathers. The phenomenon of godfatherism has played a pivotal role in the complex landscape of Nigerian politics. Established politicians often mentor and support emerging leaders, expecting loyalty and allegiance in return. However, this intricate web of relationships has sometimes unraveled…

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Sen Yari donate drugs to cholera affected communities in Zamfara

Yari noted that the donation is part of the lawmaker’s health support initiative to provide urgent needed preventive measure for the treatment of patients. Sen Abdul’aziz Yari (APC, Zamfara), on Monday donated cholera preventive drugs to some communities affected by the disease in Bakura and Talata-Mafara local government areas (LGAs) of Zamfara. The News Agency…

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I cried when they gave me my prison uniform – Tems on jail time in Uganda

She spent two full nights in the Ugandan prison for flouting COVID-19 laws. Nigerian singer Tems has shed more light on her experience in the Ugandan prison where she was detained for two whole days in 2020, alongside Omah Lay, after being charged in court. Tems was completely disconnected from the world during the detention…

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