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Month: September 2024

UNGA79: Tinubu seeks debt forgiveness for Nigeria, others

The Nigerian president further stressed the importance of recovering illicit financial flows and returning stolen assets to their countries of origin. At the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, called for debt forgiveness for Nigeria and other developing countries. He urged multilateral financial institutions…

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Tinubu, Matawalle tipped for global recognition over anti-banditry war

Matawalle, recognised for his leadership in anti-banditry efforts, was commended for improving intelligence gathering, boosting security forces, and supporting military troops. President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, have been tipped for a prestigious global peace award, according to the Centre for Peace Advocacy in Africa (CPAA). The group acknowledged…

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Bribery scandal rocks EFCC over Bobrisky’s case as VeryDarkMan gets invite

The investigation is expected to clarify the case and address concerns regarding corruption within the EFCC. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into bribery allegations involving its personnel, social media influencer Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, and activist Martins Otse, a.k.a. VeryDarkMan. Bobrisky, who had faced charges related to…

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‘He can’t score an empty net’ – Fenerbahçe legend slams Mourinho for signing En-Nesyri instead of Osimhen

Fenerbahçe legend has questioned José Mourinho’s choice in signing Youssef En-Nesyri rather than Victor Osimhen.

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‘Antonio was right’ – Ex-Roma manager backs Conte, claims Lukaku is not a big game player

Former Roma manager has backed Antonio Conte for the substitution of his front three against Juventus and claimed Lukaku struggles against big teams.

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Bobrisky breaks silence: Did he really give ₦15m to EFCC officers?

As investigations proceed, Bobrisky has urged his followers to disregard the rumours, maintaining his innocence. Controversial social media personality Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has denied allegations of bribing officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to drop money laundering charges against him. Social media influencer Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan,…

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Nigeria hosts 1.2m international visitors in 2023 – Tourism minister

The minister expressed optimism that the figures would be multiplied in subsequent years in terms of tourist arrivals and revenue. Lola Ade-John, Minister of Tourism, on Tuesday, said that Nigeria played host to no fewer than 1.2 million international visitors in 2023. Ade-John disclosed this during the 20th edition of AKWAABA African Travel and Tourism…

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Edo Election: Oba of Benin wants Edo people to fast, pray for 2 weeks

The Oba said there is a need to give gratitude to God for the peaceful 2024 gubernatorial election and protection from evil. The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II has declared a two-week fasting and prayer for peaceful elections and bountiful harvest. A statement by Chief Stanley Obamwonyi, Esere of Benin on Tuesday, quoted the…

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88 street urchins arrested in Oshodi as LASG cracks down on miscreants

The operation was carried out at 3:00 am at Oshodi following a series of complaints from residents. In continued efforts to rid the state of miscreants, touts, and street urchins, the Lagos State Taskforce has arrested 88 suspected miscreants and criminals in two separate operations. The Chairman of the Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, made this…

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2 LGA declared open defecation free but 48m Nigerians still defecate openly

Elizabeth Ugoh, stated that about 48 million people in Nigeria practise open defecation. The Federal Government has declared Ado and Ohimini Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Benue Open Defecation Free (ODF). The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Terlumun Utsev, made the declaration on Tuesday in Otukpo. Utsev, who was represented by the Director…

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