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Month: July 2024

18 months after inauguration, Agbara Fire Station remains inoperative

18 months later, Agbara’s Fire Service Station commissioned by Governor Abiodun ahead of the 2023 election remains inoperative. In February 2024, Kayode Oluwasegun, a resident of Agbara in Ogun State almost lost all his properties to a raging inferno that engulfed his apartment. Thankfully, a private company with an active fire service department came to…

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Traditional ruler dethroned by El-Rufai reinstated by Gov Sani

The Emir of Zazzau, Nuhu Bamalli, lauded the governor for its focus on infrastructure development and ongoing efforts to manage security and promote peace. Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has reinstated Chief Jonathan Zamuna as the paramount ruler of Piriga in the Lere Local Government Area, emphasising the traditional institution’s role as a stabilising force….

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Kendrick Lamar releases music video for ‘Not Like Us’

Kendrick Lamar drops music video for his Drake beef song ‘Not Like Us’. Hip hop has seen several iconic rap battles with the latest being between Canadian rapper Drake and Compton acclaimed rapper Kendrick Lamar. In a lap victory lap of his rap beef with Drake, Kendrick Lamar has released the music video for his…

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Opposition lawmakers urge sacked Rivers lawmakers to respect court decision

The lawmaker added that LG Chairmen in the state whose tenure had expired and want to remain in office should vacate their offices in the interest of peace. Opposition Lawmakers in the House of Representatives under the aegis of the “G60” have urged sacked Rivers lawmakers not to put undue pressure on the judiciary. The…

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Father tortures, starves 5-year-old son for 3 days, good Samaritan rescues.

The incident was reported to the police by a good Samaritan who found the boy lying unconscious on the ground shackled. The Police Command Bauchi State has arrested a 50-year-old man, for allegedly torturing his five-year-old son at the Gwalangan Mayaka suburb of the Bauchi metropolis. Spokesperson of the command, CSP Ahmed Wakil disclosed this…

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NCAA suspends 10 private jets for failing recertification process.

The NCAA had earlier directed all holders of PNCF to undergo re-evaluation which should have been concluded by April 19, 2024. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended ten private jet operations over failure to begin the recertification process. This is contained in a statement signed by Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and…

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All you need to know about the controversial Samoa treaty signed by Tinubu

Proponents of the Samoa Agreement argue that it represents a progressive step towards ensuring equal rights for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation. The Samoa Agreement, recently signed by President Bola Tinubu, has become a focal point of controversy in Nigeria. This international accord, primarily aimed at enhancing cooperation and support between developed and…

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Olamide’s ‘Ikigai’ sets record for biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria

Olamide‘s surprise EP ‘Ikigai’ sets record for opening week streams on Spotify Nigeria in 2024. For over a decade, Nigerian rapper Olamide has dazzled listeners with his music which has earned him a status as one of the greatest Nigerian artists of the modern era. In an impressive feat, the EP has set the record…

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FG hikes mining rates and charges due to operators’ non-remittance.

The minister stated that the new development will raise the level of services, improve traffic of the transaction and develop infrastructure. The Federal Government has increased the rates and charges for all activities in the mining sector. Dr Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, who disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the new…

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Petroleum tanker drivers urge members to support Tinubu’s policies.

The chairman appealed to members to stay calm, loyal, law-abiding, and go about their daily business without fear of harassment. The Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has urged its members not to work against the policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Lucky Osesua, National…

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