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Board names CBT Centres for 2023 screening test into Model Colleges

While wishing the candidates success, he reiterated that no gadget such as phone, Ipad, Phone and watch would be allowed in the examination hall. The Lagos State Examinations Board (LSEB) says its 2023 Screening Test into the State Model Colleges and Upgraded Junior Secondary Schools will be conducted in five designated CBT centres. The Director…

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A Pulse review of Nonso Amadi’s debut album ‘When It Blooms’

‘When It Blooms,’ is the eventual manifestation of what we all know to be true – Nonso Amadi‘s indubitable talent. No newcomer to the game, Nonso Amadi has been making music for the better part of his life, and while his music has struggled for attention in a soundscape packed with Pop & Hip Hop…

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Nigeria’s internet subscriptions soar by 2.7 million in Q1 2023

Nigeria experienced a significant increase of 2.7 million active internet subscriptions in Q1 2023, reaching a total of 157.5 million connections. Mobile network operators, including MTN, Airtel, Globacom, and 9mobile, maintained their dominance in the Nigerian market, contributing to the majority of internet service subscriptions. The implementation of the National Broadband Plan (NBP 2020–2025) in Nigeria has…

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Buhari’s farewell speech hope for better Nigeria – South-West SDP

The SDP leader said the nation needed urgent review of the electoral process and body, to enhance conduct of good, free and fair elections in future. The Social Democratic Party (SDP) South West chapter, says President Muhammadu Buhari tried his best for the nation in the face of numerous challenges. The SDP South West Zonal…

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AfDB President Adesina asks Tinubu to prioritise subsidy removal

According to Adesina, Nigeria currently faces huge fiscal deficits, estimated at six per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President, African Development Bank (AfDB), has urged President-elect Bola Tinubu to ensure inclusiveness, fairness, equity, and justice when he assumes office. Adesina, who spoke at a Lecture in Abuja, said it was important…

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Reactions to AMVCA, Tina Turner’s death, others dominate social media trends

Despite the knocks, AMVCA remains a prestigious award show in the African entertainment industry. Reactions have continued to trail the recently held African Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) over the criteria for selecting nominees and award winners. The event which held on May 20, has had the social media buzzing with some fans celebrating their…

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American University of Nigeria graduates 234 students

Dr DeWayne Frazier, the President of AUN, congratulated the graduands and charged them to remain good ambassadors of the institution. The American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, on Saturday graduated no fewer than 234 students class of 2023. Speaking at the 14th convocation ceremony, Prof. Benedict Oramah, the President and Chairman of the Board of…

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Anambra govt arrests 2 fake doctors, shut down hospitals

The Commissioner thanked the community leaders and vigilante groups for the tip-off and urged residents to be vigilant and report such illegality in their areas. The Anambra State Government has arrested two fake medical doctors, and sealed off their health facilities at Alor in Idemili South Local Government Area and Adazi-Enu in Anaocha Local Government…

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Final year student Bolt driver killed in Calabar

The deceased was said to have ran over a security man when he lost control of the car. A final year student of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) and Bolt driver was on Friday night killed by suspected car snatchers at the Mary Slessor roundabout, Calabar, Cross River. The deceased identified as Francis Atabi, had…

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Umahi retires 17 permanent secretaries during valedictory ECXO meeting

Umahi announced that he would finally dissolve the council during the handover ceremony on May 29 and urged them to participate fully in its build- up. Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi on Saturday held its final state Executive Council (EXCO) meeting of his administration and announced retirement of 17 permanent secretaries in the state civil…

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