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Month: March 2024

Lawmaker launches garri processing plant for Bakassi IDPs in Cross River

The project would give the women a chance to become socially and economically active in their community. Sen. Florence Ita-Giwa on Friday inaugurated a Garri Processing Plant at Ikpiri Obutong in Bakassi Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River. The plant was built by Care for Social Welfare International (CASWI), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), for…

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NCC insists on its March 29 deadline for SIM cards not linked to NIN

The commission says many users of five or more SIMs did not purchase them for decent purposes. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has insisted that the March 29 deadline for the second phase of SIM-NIN linkage is sacrosanct. This countered a report that claimed the commission has extended the deadline by one week for subscribers…

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Aid workers rescue baby accused of witchcraft in Akwa Ibom

The aid worker, who rescued the little girl, stated that she was found in a near-death situation. Anja Lovén Ringgren Loven, a Danish aid worker, alongside her team, have rescued a malnourished little girl abandoned and left to die in Akwa State. The little girl, according to Loven, was abandoned after being branded a witch….

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NGX market cap closes at ₦59.121 trillion, investors lose ₦48 billion

The NGX All-Share Index also depreciated by 0.08% or 85.31 points to close the week at 104,562.06, compared to 104,647.37 recorded last week. Transaction activities of the stock market on the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) declined by 0.08%, making the market capitalisation to close the week at ₦59.121 trillion. Specifically, investors lost a total of…

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CBN raises alarm over unpaid ₦261bn COVID-19 SME loans

The CBN introduced the TCF with a ₦50 billion package to cushion the effect of the economic meltdown during the COVID-19 era. A document from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has shown that some beneficiaries of the COVID-19 funds issued under the CBN and NIRSAL Microfinance Bank’s Targeted Credit Facility (TCF) have failed to…

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Victor AD releases debut album ‘Realness Over Hype’

Victor AD‘s turning point arrived with the release of the single “Wetin We Gain.” This track catapulted him into the spotlight, captivating music enthusiasts not only in Nigeria but also across borders. After two successful EPs, Victor AD now unveils his highly anticipated debut album, aptly titled ‘Realness Over Hype.’ The album’s inception dates back…

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Tinubu’s refusal to celebrate 72nd birthday marks great leadership – Rahman

The President urged anyone wishing to do much for him to donate the money to charity organisations. Tunde Rahman, a Senior Presidential Aide to President Bola Tinubu, says the President’s refusal to celebrate his 72nd birthday due to challenging times in the country is a mark of good leadership. Rahman remarked in a statement signed…

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10 African countries that waste the most food in 2024

Food waste is defined as food and the associated inedible parts removed from the human food supply chain. In 2022, the world wasted 1.05 billion tonnes of food. This amounts to one-fifth (19 per cent) of food available to consumers being wasted at the retail, food service, and household level. According to the “Food Waste…

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Ajebo Hustlers taps Zlatan & Blaqbonez for ‘Dreams II’

The sensational duo combines with two of Nigeria’s hottest rappers. Consisting of rapper Knowledge and singer Piego, the Ajebo Hustler’s style is a refreshing blend of catchy Afro-pop melodies, Hip Hop storytelling, and observations about everyday living, both spiced with slang from their home city of Port Harcourt. After kicking off their 2024 with ‘Celion…

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Obama, Clinton support Biden at NYC fundraiser amid protests

Former President Obama flew from Washington to New York in the government aircraft Air Force One with his former Vice President Biden. Former U. S. presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton have jumped to the aid of incumbent Joe Biden in the election campaign. The three Democrats appeared together at a major fundraising event in…

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