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20 new charges against Emefiele filed by Tinubu’s government

Fresh charges and withdrawal application mark new turn in legal battle with Emefiele The Federal Government has escalated its legal battle against the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, by filing 20 additional charges against him. This move comes alongside an application to withdraw a previously filed “illegal possession of…

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How residents of border communities view Tinubu’s role in Niger crisis

Many residents of border communities in Northern Nigeria believe President Tinubu has the power to escalate or stop the crisis. The proposed military action against Niger’s junta by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was a great cause of concern for residents of border communities in Northern Nigeria. Following the toppling of President…

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Lagos community residents fear return of deadly cult groups

There are speculations that the cult members who had been chased out of the community since 2020 are now returning. Residents of Oworonshoki area of Lagos State, have expressed their fears over the return of cult members that had been sent leaving their community. It was gathered that the community had been peaceful since 2020…

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19-year-old boy allegedly steal iron rods worth ₦‎85,000 in Lagos

The Inspector noted that the teenager conspired with others at large to steal 16mm iron rods belonging to the estate, in contravention of Sections 411 and 287 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. The Police in Lagos on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 arraigned one 19-year-old Samuel David for allegedly stealing iron rods worth…

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TG Omori reveals he doesn’t own any video recording equipment

Ace video director TG Omori has revealed that he doesn’t own any video recording equipment. Music videos have played an integral role in the evolution of Afrobeats as they give visual representations that help artists to build their superstar personas. Although the effect of music videos has diminished, they still serve as the primary avenue…

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‘There shall be no witch-hunt in probing alleged looting in Abia’ – Panel

Gov. Otti inaugurated the panel on June 26 to probe his predecessor administration. There shall be no witch-hunt in the discharge of the assignment of the Panel of Inquiry for the Recovery of Government Property and Funds in Abia. The assurance was given by its chairperson, retired Justice Florence Duruoha-Igwe, on Tuesday, August 15, 2023…

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Moghalu, wife rescued after being trapped in failed elevator

The elevator they were in suddenly came to a halt, leaving them stranded between floors. Kingsley Moghalu, a former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and his wife, Maryanne Moghalu, found themselves in a harrowing situation as they became stuck in a malfunctioning elevator outside Nigeria. The incident unfolded on Monday, August…

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Is ECOWAS a house divided against itself on how to resolve Niger crisis?

Analysts are of the opinion that ECOWAS members cannot afford to allow primaeval sentiments and other divisive elements to polarise them, especially in view of the volatile nature of the sub-region. Is the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) the proverbial house divided against itself? On July 26, the military in Niger Republic staged…

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Tanzania witnesses 15 bank closures amid sector consolidation

15 banks shutter over 5 years due to consolidation efforts, shrinking the industry from 59 to 44 banks. The dominance of the top six banks controlling 65.4% of deposits prompts calls for stronger institutions. Mergers like TCB-TIB and CBA-NIC drive the creation of robust financial entities in Tanzania. In Tanzania, at least 15 banks have closed in…

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Badagry LG distributes food items to residents

Chairman of Badagry stated that the council has met with transport unions to help in slashing the transport fare. The Chairman of Badagry Local Government Area, Mr Olusegun Onilude, on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 distributed 1,000 sacks of food to residents to cushion the effect of subsidy removal on petrol. Speaking shortly before the distribution,…

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