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Month: April 2024

Ali Nuhu says recent deaths robbed Nollywood of legendary filmmakers

Nuhu wants the promotion of friendly and safe working conditions. The Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), Ali Nuhu, has said that recent deaths in the movie industry has robbed the nation of legendary filmmakers. This is contained in a statement signed by Brian Etuk, Director of Public Affairs of the NFC in…

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Fubara publicly slams LG chairmen loyal to Wike

The governor likened their behavior to creating their own downfall, emphasising the adverse outcomes they would face. Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State warned that local government chairmen who show disrespect towards him will face consequences, likening their actions to digging their pit to fall into. He made these remarks during the inauguration of the…

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Yari sponsors out-of-school children in 250,000 Zamfara households

The 250,000 vulnerable households are spread across the 14 local government areas of the state. Senator Abdul’aziz Yari (APC-Zamfara) has pledged to sponsor the education of out-of-school children from 250,000 households in Zamfara. To this end, the Senator directed the committee he set up to provide palliatives to 250,000 vulnerable households during the Ramadan, to…

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16 year-old ‘Almajiri’ accused of beheading 6-year-old boy in Kano

The headless body of the victim was found in a nearby primary school. The Police Command in Kano State has commenced investigation into the circumstances surrounding the alleged beheading of a minor, Mohammed Saidu, by an Almajiri at Kanwa village, Madobi Local Government Area. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Usaini Gumel, told the…

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NAFDAC recalls benylin cough syrup

Here’s why you need to avoid Benylin cough syrup. Cough syrup is the go-to treatment for coughing, especially among children who are prone to infections. NAFDAC, Nigeria’s drug regulator, has recalled a batch of Johnson & Johnson children’s cough syrup for several alarming reasons. Here are the three main reasons behind the benylin cough syrup…

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How to invest in real estate in Nigeria

Investing in real estate is one step towards securing a financial future. Ever dreamt of owning a piece of the Nigerian property market? Maybe you’ve heard success stories, or perhaps you simply want to secure your financial future. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting out, real estate offers a wealth of opportunities. But…

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Emefiele gets ₦50 million bail in $4.5 billion fraud case

Emefiele is charged with abuse of office and fraud to the tune of $4.5 billion and ₦2.8 billion. An Ikeja Special Offences Court on Friday admitted the suspended Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to bail in the sum of ₦50 million. Emefiele is charged with abuse of office and fraud to the…

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Adelabu apologises for his comment on ‘cheap electricity’ and freezer usage

Adelabu says his comment was not intended to insult the sensibilities of Nigerians. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has regretted and apologised for his remark about what he considered an abuse of cheap electricity by Nigerians. Recently, the minister while addressing journalists in Abuja said Nigerians lack the culture of electricity consumption management because…

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IMF says inflation to further drop in 2024 – Nigeria’s situation is dire

The statistics office said the February headline inflation rate showed an increase of 1.80 per cent compared to the January headline inflation rate. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says inflation is easing faster than expected but has not been fully defeated. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of IMF, was quoted in a statement by the Fund…

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Tinubu mourns former minister, Ogbonnaya Onu

Tinubu acknowledged that Onu epitomised the spirit of Nigeria, adding that the deceased believed in and defended the country’s unity and promoted fellowship. President Bola Tinubu has expressed his deepest condolences to the Onu family over the passing of Chief Ogbonnaya Onu, who died on Thursday at 72. This is contained in a statement by…

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