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Month: April 2024

Ganduje told to step down as APC chairman

The APC chairman has been told to align with President Bola Tinubu’s modules or step down from his position. A former National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the North-west, Dr. Salihu Lukman, has urged the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdulahi Ganduje, to either align with President Bola Tinubu’s vision for advancing…

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A review of ‘Celine Vol 1’ by Plug Music

If one thing stands out among the current crop of Nigerian female acts, it’s the willingness to collaborate. Plug Music has consistently shown a readiness to support rising talents and their latest effort sees them assemble emerging female stars who flaunt Afrobeats star power. ‘Celine Vol 1’ EP was released to mark the 2024 International…

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AEDC apologies for wrong charges on Band A customers amid new tariff

We remain committed to improving the power supply to all categories of customer. The Abuja Electricity Distribution (AEDC) has issued an apology on wrong charges faced by some Band A customers who tried to recharge their meters following the new tariff regime. The Management of AEDC tendered the apology in a notice to its customers…

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Binance executive challenges EFCC charge, court adjourns to April 8

Gambaryan opposed the move to be arraigned, insisting that the EFCC, having not served Binance, listed as 1st defendant in the charge, can’t arraign him. A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday, fixed April 8 for ruling on an objection raised by Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance Holdings Limited executive, challenging the competence of the Economic…

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Cross River Govt to support farmers with ₦30 billion for food security

The commissioner stated that farmers would be sufficiently supported in terms of farm inputs and implements to achieve the purpose. Erasmus Ekpang, the Commissioner for Information in Cross River, says the government has put in place a robust plan to ensure food security in the state. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of…

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How to make lip balm

Dry, chapped lips are not only uncomfortable but can also be unattractive. Store-bought lip balms are great but making your own with natural ingredients is better as it is a customisable and potentially more cost-effective solution. Vaseline and honey for one is a simple yet effective combination for crafting your perfect lip balm. Benefits of…

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Tinubu sues for peace amid Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso’s threat to exit ECOWAS

Nigeria commands the largest representation in the ECOWAS parliament, boasting 35 seats, comprising 17 Senators and 18 Honourable members. President Bola Ahmed Tinuu has tasked the newly inaugurated legislators of the ECOWAS parliament to ensure that Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali remain in the subregional body. Tinubu, who also serves as the chairman of the…

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Cleric says women should develop skills to pray out darkness in their homes

He added that women have special endowment in building and raising Christian homes. Anglican clergyman, Rev. Kenechukwu Afunugo, of St Barbara’s Church, an off shoot of St Michael and All Angels, Anglican Communion, Awka Diocese, has urged women to remain steadfast in prayers. Afunugo, in his sermon with the theme: “I Will Not Let You…

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ECOWAS considers withdrawing over $500m projects in Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger

The President of the Commission warned that employees of ECOWAS within these nations also face potential job losses. The President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Dr Omar Alieu Touray, said the region risks a great deal of disintegration. He stated this during his address at the inauguration of the legislature of…

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Court summons 5 people who said Nathaniel Bassey fathered Mercy Chinwo’s son

The 5 persons are to appear before the court on April 23 for alleging that popular Gospel Singer Nathaniel Bassey fathered Mercy’s son. An Abuja Magistrate Court sitting in Wuse Zone 6, has issued Criminal Summons on five persons, Okoronkwo Ejike, Kingsley Ibeh, DJ Spoiltkid, Terrence Ekot, and Samuel Agozie, for alleged defamation of gospel…

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