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Day: June 20, 2025

Stanbic IBTC holds annual transformational women event – Bloom weekend; celebration continues Saturday, 21 June

Stanbic IBTC Bank, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has successfully concluded day one of its annual and much-anticipated Bloom Weekend today, Friday, 20 June 2025. The event attracts a diverse group of women from across Nigeria. This dynamic gathering is designed to empower women to lead, innovate, and thrive. The excitement continues Saturday, 21…

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ADA: Anti-Tinubu coalition floats new party, asks INEC to grant registration

The National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG) has sent a formal request to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), seeking the registration of its newly formed political party, All Democratic Alliance (ADA), ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development comes after weeks of deliberations by the group, chaired by a former Senate President, David Mark, seeking…

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Rising public concern after Zamfara, Katsina officials met with notorious bandits

Public concern has continued to rise following the recent meeting between notorious bandit leaders and officials of Zamfara and Katsina States. On Saturday, June 14, 2025, traditional rulers, local government officials, representatives of the Nigerian Army, and top officials from the North-West states attended the meeting held in the Bichi community, Danmusa LGA of Katsina….

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Olamide drops cinematic visuals for ‘Billionaires Club’ featuring Wizkid & Darkoo

Hours after releasing his highly anticipated self-titled album, Olamide has released the visuals for one of the tracks ‘Billionaires Club’ featuring Wizkid and Darkoo. In less than 24 hours since its release, the song has garnered over 650,000 views as it becomes one of the early favourites from the album released on June 19, 2025….

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Onyeka Emmanuel Ogbu: The executive behind the expansion of Ruger’s global footprint  

In today’s evolving African music industry, where Afrobeats is no longer just a regional sound but a global commercial force, strategic management has become just as important as talent. Few exemplify this better than Onyeka Emmanuel Ogbu, known as 7Speed is the founder of Seven Speed Entertainment and the Chief Operating Officer at BlownBoy Entertainment…

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Gov Lawal faces backlash for seeking dialogue with Zamfara bandits

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, is facing public backlash over his move to seek dialogue and reconciliation with bandit groups terrorising the North-West State. Representatives of the Zamfara and Katsina states recently held a meeting with wanted bandit leaders in a bid to negotiate a peace deal. The well-publicised meeting has triggered controversy as critics…

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FIRS extends services to weekends in bold service reform

In a rare move hailed as a model for responsive public service, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has begun opening its offices on weekends to serve Nigerian taxpayers. The initiative, which runs from June 14 to 29, is designed to assist individuals and businesses struggling to meet the Companies Income Tax (CIT) filing deadline…

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US state declares June 14 as ‘Igbo Day’ to celebrate South-East excelence

The state of North Carolina in the United States has declared June 14, 2025, as ‘Igbo Day’ to celebrate the Nigerian South-East community’s excellence and contributions. The proclamation was made by Josh Stein, governor of North Carolina, in a publication on the state’s official website on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Stein lauded Igbos, who have…

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Queen Consort or Fashion Icon? Top 9 fashion looks from Olori Atuwatse III

Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, known to many as Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, is far more than a ceremonial figure beside His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III. She was born Ivie Okunbo in Lagos on May 22, 1986. She’s a lawyer educated at the LSE and called to the Nigerian Bar in 2010. Beyond her…

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Victony expresses gratitude as he kicks of 2025 with new single ‘Glory’

After selling out venues across Europe as part of his Stubborn tour, Victony is in a thankful mood which he shows on his latest single. The song titled ‘Glory’ released on June 20, 2025, is Victony’s first release of 2025. In the song, the hitmaker expresses gratitude for his many victories in a career that…

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