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Month: January 2024

Court sends suspended UNICAL professor, lawyer to Kuje Prison

The judge, who declined the request, said he could not rely on the unverified hospital documents brought to court by the defence. A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday, ordered the remand of Prof. Cyril Ndifon, the suspended Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Calabar (UNICAL), in Kuje Correctional Centre. Justice James Omotosho…

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Succour underway for tenants as lawmaker initiates monthly rent payment bill

Nwoko said this way people would become house owners over some time, adding that it is a long-term plan and solution. Tenants may soon heave a sigh of relief as Senator Ned Nwoko (PDP – Delta North) has initiated a Bill titled, “One-Month Rent Limitation and Landlord Registry Act”. The proposed Bill, if passed into…

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7 trends that will shape Nigerian economic terrain in 2024 according to PwC

The company noted that the country’s debt stock might remain elevated in 2024 as the government sought to fund the deficit via additional borrowings. PricewaterhouseCoopers has outlined seven trends that will shape Nigeria’s economic terrain in the year. The company outlined its Nigeria-Economic-Outlook-Report on Thursday in Lagos. It said the trends to look out for…

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Abbas to meet Tinubu over killings in Plateau

The speaker urged security agencies to take decisive action to arrest the situation on the Plateau. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas has condemned incessant attacks on communities in Plateau, which led to killings and displacement of people. In a statement on Thursday, Abbas said it was devastating to read the news…

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Police arrest Nollywood actor Ibu’s son for alleged ₦50m fraud

Mayegun said that the actor’s wife, Stella-Maris, was initially managing the funds to defray the medical bills of her husband and sustain their family. The Federal Criminal Investigation Department, Alagbon, Lagos, have arrested Onyeabuchi Okafor, son of popular Nollywood actor John Okafor (a.k.a. Ibu) for alleged ₦50 million fraud against the actor. The department arrested…

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Nigerian Army neutralises 3 suspected bandits, recovers weapons, ammunition

Uwa commended the troops for their bravery and efficiency in executing the operation. Brig. Gen. Kingsley Uwa, the Commander, 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Jalingo, says troops deployed to Karim Lamido Local Government Area (LGA) of Taraba, killed three bandits during a gun battle. Uwa, who disclosed this while briefing journalists in Jalingo on Wednesday, explained…

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Investors’ buy interest in tier-1 banks, others drive stock market

Analysis of today’s market activities showed trade turnover settled higher relative to the previous session, with the value of transactions up by 28.19 per cent. The Nigerian equities extended its positive momentum with the market capitalisation increasing further by ₦317 billion. Investors’ buying interest in stocks of Zenith Bank, Guaranty Trust Company (GTCO) and Seplat…

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I’m coming back – 72-year-old ex-gov picks APC forms to contest Edo poll

Osunbor said his supporters, well-wishers and all people of goodwill across Edo and beyond would be elated and relieved to see him return to the government house. Former Governor Oserheimen Osunbor of Edo says he is optimistic about returning to the Government House on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the September…

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How to share airtime on MTN, GLO, Airtel and 9mobile

MTN, GLO, Airtel and 9Mobile Airtime Transfer: Discover simple methods to transfer airtime on MTN, GLO, Airtel and 9mobile . Surprise your loved ones by sending them airtime whenever they need it! Have you ever run out of airtime and needed to make an urgent call or send a message? Have you ever wanted to…

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How to check jamb result

Excited to see your JAMB results? We’ve got you covered! Follow our simple instructions to quickly check your JAMB result and take the next step towards your dreams. The Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB), the body in charge of conducting entrance examinations into tertiary institutions in Nigeria, has commenced the registration process for 2024…

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