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Year: 2024

Lagos banker commits suicide, blames economy hardship

In her suicide note, the lady wrote that she was earning too low, and could no longer cope. A 32-year-old banker identified as Amarachi Ugochukwu, has committed suicide, blaming her action on the economy hardship in the country. The bank worker reportedly passed away after consuming an insecticide within the premises of the financial institution…

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Police arrest Abuja couple for ‘one-chance’ robbery

The couple confessed to the crime, saying that prior to their arrests, they’ve carried out a series of one-chance-related activities in the FCT. Operatives attached to Utako Police Divisional Headquarters, have arrested a couple, alongside their accomplice for ‘one-chance’ robbery in Abuja. The suspects were identified as Chukwudi Okorie, 51, Chibuzor Okorie, 43, and Esther…

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Burna Boy’s reaction to Eniola Badmus’ weight loss sets social media ablaze

The internet has called his reaction a new meme. Burna Boy is trending because of his literal jaw dropping reaction to actress Eniola Badmus new body. A new viral video captured the moment the singer set his eyes on Badmus at a club and his jaw dropping immediately. Badmus walked towards him with a smile…

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New report predicts exit of more multinational firms from Nigeria

The report identified high operating costs as a major factor which could lead to the mass exodus of firms operating in the FMCG sector. Nigeria’s Fast Moving Consumer Goods subsector has been projected to lose more players in 2024 due to the harsh economic realities. A report published by financial solutions firm, Cardinal Stone and…

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Sanwo-Olu wants those standing on the fence to join him in developing Lagos

Sanwo-Olu says he and his deputy do not have a monopoly of ideas. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called on ‘political fencists’ to join hands with him in developing Lagos State. Sanwo-Olu made the call hours after the Supreme Court affirmed his election. The governor said he and his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat do not have a…

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Supreme Court affirms election of Caleb Mutfwang as Plateau governor

According to the result declared by INEC, Mutfwang scored 525,299 votes to beat Yilwada polled 481,370 votes. The Supreme Court on Friday upheld the election of Caleb Mutfwang as the duly elected governor of Plateau. The appeal filed by Mutfwang, sought of to restore his mandate to lead the state was allowed and the judgment…

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Wife tries to kill husband for suggesting church change after 15 years

The husband also told the court that she no longer plays her role in the family as a wife as she is always in the church. Aku Bakari a public servant on Friday dragged his wife, Mary before a Customary Court in Nyanya, Abuja over alleged threats to kill him. The petitioner who resides in…

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DJ Cuppy and 5 other Nigerian celebrities people love to hate (Opinion)

People love them but sometimes just cannot stand them. In the world of fame, there exists a curious phenomenon – celebrities who, despite their undeniable talents and successes, seem to alway be receiving the ire of the public. Here are 7 Nigerian celebrities that people just love to hate: 1. DJ Cuppy Billionaire heiress Florence…

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Here are 3 Nollywood musicals on streaming to watch this weekend

Musical film genres interweave singing and dancing into the storytelling sequence. Musicals aren’t common in the Nigerian film industry but every once in a while something everything from the genre is delivered. In the coming days, the audience will welcome Finding Messiah which is the latest musical drama in the works by Oscar Heman-Ackah. This…

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Tinubu approves ₦683 bn intervention fund for public tertiary education

Echono disclosed the allocation details. President Bola Tinubu has given the green light to a substantial intervention fund of ₦683,429,268 billion aimed at bolstering public tertiary education institutions in Nigeria. This allocation, a noteworthy increase from last year’s ₦320 billion, is earmarked for universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education during the 2024 cycle. The announcement…

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