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Day: November 1, 2024

EFCC detains accountant general, 4 other govt officials

The EFCC has yet to publicly confirm the arrests, allegedly executed after the officials were summoned for a briefing. Twelve days until Governor Godwin Obaseki’s administration ends, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Edo State’s Accountant General, Julius Anelu, alongside four other government officials. A source close to the investigation disclosed that…

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AMAA 2024: Femi Kuti, 9ice to thrill as African film stars arrive Lagos

An additional highlight will be the African Legends Night on November 1 at Amore Garden in Lekki, where the Africa Film Academy (AFA) will celebrate African creatives. Famed Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti and award-winning singer 9ice will lead a star-studded musical lineup as Lagos prepares to host the 20th edition of the Africa Movie Academy…

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Tinubu counters NEC’s call to withdraw ‘Tax Reform Bill’

Amid concerns voiced by stakeholders, mainly from northern regions, the NEC had advised Tinubu’s administration to pull back the bill for reassessment. President Bola Tinubu has rejected the National Economic Council’s (NEC) call to withdraw the Proposed Tax Reforms Bill from the National Assembly, affirming his commitment to following the legislative process. In a statement…

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From Neon Dreams to Yakut Soul: 7 Unforgettable Designs from Moscow Fashion Week 2024

Moscow Fashion Week 2024 was more than just an event, it was a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and innovation that left everyone talking. The Central Exhibition Hall ‘Manege’ transformed into a melting pot of ideas, bringing together over 200 designers and attracting a crowd of 65,000 fashion lovers from all corners of the globe….

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Court orders final seizure of $2.04m and properties linked to Emefiele

The court made the final orders of forfeiture, after holding that the former CBN governor or any other interested party did not contest the same after an earlier interim forfeiture order. A Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday, ordered a final forfeiture of 2.04 million dollars, linked to the suspended Central Bank Governor, Godwin…

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PHOTOS: Oluyede assumes office of acting Chief of Army Staff

Before this role, Oluyede was the 56th Commander of the Infantry Corps in Jaji, Kaduna, a position from which he has garnered considerable leadership experience. Major General Olufemi Oluyede has formally assumed his duties as the Acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS) following a handover ceremony at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja. The event, held…

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Woman bites off neighbour’s tongue during fight in Lagos

The altercation ensued after a lady in her 30s accused her neighbour of using her bucket without seeking her permission. A shocking incident happened on Aribisala Street in Igando, Lagos, on Thursday, October 31, 2024, leaving residents stunned and authorities scrambling for answers. This was a brutal altercation between two neighbors, Fatima and Mitsura, which…

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Anambra Labour leaders ask Soludo to adopt FG minimum wage template

The Organised Labour in the state appeal to Soludo, in the interest of workers, to use the chart released by the Federal Government. Anambra Labour leaders, on Friday, appealed to Gov. Charles Soludo to use the Federal Government’s template to compute the workers’ new minimum wage. The President of the Nigerian Union of Local Government…

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5 questions to ask your doctor before starting birth control

It’s normal to have questions about what birth control method is right for you. Starting birth control is a big decision, and it can feel overwhelming if you’re not sure what questions to ask your doctor. With so many options available, from pills and patches to implants and IUDs, it’s understandable if you’re feeling confused…

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4 Farmers in court for invading church with charms, human faeces & weapons

The pastor and elders of the Church were holding an annual congress in the church, when the men invaded with dangerous weapons such as guns, cutlass, sticks and stones. A Makurdi Chief Magistrate’s Court on Friday ordered that four farmers be remanded at the Correctional Centre, Makurdi for allegedly desecrating a place of worship. The…

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