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Year: 2024

Otedola rejoins Dangote on Forbes billionaire list

Otedola’s investment in Geregu soared by an impressive 227.2%. Femi Otedola, the Chairman of Geregu Power, has rejoined the ranks of Nigerian billionaires on the Forbes list. As reported by the Forbes Billionaire Index on Thursday, January 10, 2024, Otedola now holds the fourth position among Nigerian billionaires, following AbdulSamad Rabiu, Mike Adenuga, and Aliko…

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DRTS demolishes shops, eateries, illegal structures in taxi ranks in Abuja

The Head of Operations, DRTS, who led the team, explained that the measure was to give room for more taxis to operate within the ranks. The Directorate of Road Transport Services (DRTS), Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commenced demolition of shops, eateries, and other illegal structures in taxi ranks across the capital city, Abuja….

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Yaadman taps Sarkodie & Ice Prince for ‘Vawulence’ remix

Yaadman kicks off 2024 with a remix of his hit single ‘Vawulence’. Yaadman, formerly known as Yung L, is curating the next chapter of his extraordinary journey in the music industry since his triumphant return in 2023. This remarkable journey includes the release of the chart-topping single ‘Vawulence,’ the groundbreaking ‘Yes Indeed’ project, and a…

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5 unexpected reactions your body may have to pineapple

Pineapple has a sweet flavour, but that can quickly turn bitter when water is taken immediately after. Pineapples are delicious, juicy, and full of flavour. They’re also rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, manganese, and dietary fibre. They have anti-inflammatory properties that aid digestion and are naturally low in fat and calories. Unfortunately,…

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Supreme Court affirms Bala Mohammed’s election as Bauchi governor

The apex court held that the APC candidate and his party failed to prove their case against Bala Mohammed. The Supreme Court has affirmed the election of Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State. The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sadique Abubakar, had alleged massive non-compliance with the Electoral Act during the election….

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Lions vs. Tigers: Are lions truly the kings of the jungle?

Who is truly the king of the jungle? Lions or Tigers? There are many misconceptions about how is the king of the jungle is? Could it be Lions or Tigers? Rather than jungles, lions mainly inhabit savannas and grasslands. Dense rainforests or jungles lack the open areas and abundance of prey that lions find desirable….

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President Tinubu donates more relief materials to 32,000 persons displaced in Plateau

The donation was in fulfilment of President Tinubu’s directive to cushion the impact of the attacks on the livelihood of the affected victims. The Federal Government has donated more relief materials for distribution to over 32,000 persons displaced by the recent crisis in Plateau. The items were presented by a representative of the Director General…

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Supreme Court affirms Abba Yusuf as Kano State governor

Yusuf had filed an appeal against Court of Appeal, which had affirmed his sacking as earlier pronounced by Kano State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal. The Supreme Court upholds election of Abba Yusuf as duly elected governor of Kano State. The apex court set aside the verdicts of the Court of Appeal and election petitions tribunal,…

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We asked an expert 10 burning questions about Ozempic and weight loss

Millennials and Gen Zs are obsessed with achieving their body goals, with the fervour only intensified by celebrities and social media influencers. The rave for a slimmer figure is a familiar one, and with the hype on social media, the latest trends in weight management are never far from our fingertips. Among the most talked-about…

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Do cats cause mental health problems like schizophrenia?

Do “cats cause crazy”? What’s the connection between cats and schizophrenia? A recent study from Australia suggests a potential link. The study found that cat owners were twice as likely to develop schizophrenia-related disorders compared to those without cats. The Park Center for Mental Health in Australia has found that cat ownership is a significant…

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