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Month: February 2024

After stampedes claimed lives, Customs suspends sale of seized food items

During last Friday’s disbursement exercise, seven people died in stampedes. The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has suspended the sale of seized food items following a stampede that claimed seven lives at NCS Old Zonal Headquarters in the Yaba area of Lagos State last Friday. The spokesperson for the NCS, Abdullahi Maiwada, announced this development in…

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JAMB closes 2024 UTME registration, says mock slips ready for printing

JAMB said that almost two million candidates had so far, successfully registered for the 2024 examination. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), says registration for its 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) ends on Monday, Feb.26. The board made this known in its Weekly Bulletin of the Office of the Registrar in Abuja. The…

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6 amazing uses of Vaseline you should know

The versatility of Vaseline makes it an invaluable item in both your beauty and household kit. Vaseline, also known as petroleum jelly, is a staple in many households due to its moisturising properties. However, its uses extend far beyond just a simple skin moisturiser. This product can be a game-changer in various aspects of your…

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5 unexpected changes your body can experience after pregnancy

Women’s bodies are strong and adaptable. Pregnancy is an amazing journey that ends with the miracle of birth. It changes your body in many ways, both during pregnancy and afterwards. While you likely expect changes during your pregnancy, here are some surprising ways your body might change after you have your baby: 1. Hair loss…

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Adekunle Gold shares inspirational message to sickle cell anaemia patients

“It should never stop you, you know. Look at me,” he said. Afrobeats singer Adekunle Gold has shared an inspiring message for people battling with sickle cell anaemia, like himself. The singer, who was diagnosed with the ailment at birth, paused his recent performance to address the sickle cell survivors and encourage them. He charged…

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Tinubu approves implementation of Oronsaye report

A committee has been set up for the implementation of the report. The Federal Executive Council has adopted the Steve Oronsaye report on the reform of the civil service to cut cost of governance. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this at the end of the council meeting on Monday in Abuja….

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Police deny sealing NLC secretariat over protest against hardship

Hundeyin added that the CP only went to the NLC secretariat to address protesters. Police did not seal the secretariat of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) at Yaba, Lagos, on Monday as rumoured, police spokesman in Lagos State, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, has said. Hundeyin told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the Commissioner of…

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Ini Edo & Chineye Nworah go head to head over ‘Shanty Town’ ownership rights

Discussions on a second instalment for the movie have paused due to the legal battles on-going. Actress Ini Edo and filmmaker Chineye Nworah, who worked together on the Netflix series Shanty Town, are now fighting over who owns the movie. News has come out that the Netflix team in Africa started discussions last year with…

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Every woman needs to have these 5 shoes from Mercy Eke’s closet

Copy Mercy’s style with these five shoes. Reality TV star and fashion icon Mercy Eke recently took to her Instagram page to share her favourite footwear from her extensive shoe collection. While she showcased a diverse array of styles, we’ll be focusing on five of her picks that transcend fleeting trends and could become valuable…

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Protests against high cost of living gain momentum ahead of NLC showdown

Today’s slew of protests showed many Nigerians can’t wait to hit the streets to demonstrate their displeasure over the economic situation of the country. The protest against the rising cost of living in Nigeria has spread to Lagos and Osun State ahead of the planned nationwide demonstration by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The NLC…

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