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Day: August 21, 2024

BREAKING: FG increases passport processing fees to ₦100k

The Federal Government said the upward review of the fees is part of efforts to maintain the quality and integrity of the Nigerian passport. The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), has increased the fees for the processing and acquisition of Nigerian Passports. This was disclosed in a statement by the spokesman of…

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Emir Sanusi overwhelmed by emotions after successful defence of PhD thesis

Emir Sanusi started the PhD programme after he was ousted from the palace by the former Kano Governor, Ganduje in 2020. The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has bagged a doctorate in Islamic Law at the University of London, United Kingdom after a successful defence of his thesis. The remarkable moment was captured…

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Interesting development as El-Rufai leads delegation to visit Atiku

El-rufai and other political bigwigs were spotted at Atiku’s residence exchanging pleasantries. In an interesting development, former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasiru El-Rufai, has led a delegation to the residence of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, located in the Asokoro area of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The visit was to formally request the…

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Osun motorcyclist arrested for robbing, raping passenger during trip

Opalola urged the public to always avail the Police with information that would help curtail criminal activities in the state. Police Command in Osun says it has arrested a 29-year-old commercial motorcyclist for allegedly robbing his passenger of her valuables and also raping her. SP Yemisi Opalola, Police Spokesperson in Osun, made this known when…

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Tinubu converts Nasarawa specialist hospital to Teaching Hospital

President Tinubu restated his commitment to ensuring the social welfare and healthcare security of Nigerians. President Bola Tinubu has approved the conversion of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Lafia, to the Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital, Nasarawa. In a statement on Wednesday by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, he said the…

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FG collaborates with major oil, gas association to support local refineries

The Minister explained that measures had already been taken to ensure that fossil fuel does not become obsolete while also ensuring energy security. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has pledged the Federal Government’s collaboration with the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) to support local refineries….

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African countries that first introduced polymer banknotes

The first recorded use of polymer notes was in Australia (1988). The need to preserve physical cash has led to the innovative use of polymer as a durable, secure, and sustainable alternative material for banknote production. The first recorded use of polymer notes was in Australia (1988) when the $10 bill was replaced in celebration…

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Arewa youths protest, demand supply of crude to Dangote Refinery

The protest leader said they were on the streets to express their concern over the plight of Nigerians occasioned by the refusal to supply crude to Dangote Refinery. Youths under the aegis of the Arewa Youth Congress of Nigeria (AYCN) took to the streets of Jos on Wednesday and demanded that domestic crude be supplied…

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Top Nigerian, Ghanaian filmmakers partner for Lagos-based Christmas film

The film is directed by Peter Sedufia and produced by Chris Odeh. One Night Guests, a collaborative film between Nigerian and Ghanaian filmmakers, is set to commence principal photography, its production team announced at a press conference on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Nollywood producer, Chris Odeh, said the film will be shot entirely in Lagos…

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Prices of garri, tomatoes, others drop in Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu – Survey

NAN reports that price reduction only applied to garri, a major staple food in many households. The prices of garri, a major staple food, and tomatoes, have dropped significantly in Anambra, Ebonyi and Enugu States, bringing some respite to many households in the area. A survey carried out by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…

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