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NCC warns traders about potential risks from phone calls and apps.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has revealed numerous online fraud methods that can defraud traders and the general public. Traders have been cautioned by the commission to be cautious of various online strategies that target them for fraudulent activities. These revelations were made by the commission during its telecom consumers sensitization program, titled “Shine Your […]

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Nigeria Aims for 30GW Electricity Generation by 2030, Says President Buhari

  President Buhari launches Kashimbila multipurpose dam, announces readiness of Zungeru and Dadinkowa power plants for inauguration. President Muhammadu Buhari has inaugurated the Kashimbila Multipurpose Dam, 40MW Hydropower Station, and associated infrastructure in Taraba State. The project aligns with the government’s goal of achieving 30GW electricity generation by 2030. It is part of the Electricity […]

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Enugu Governor-elect, Mbah, files lawsuit against NYSC, seeks N20bn for alleged fraudulent misrepresentation of facts

    Governor-elect of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has filed a lawsuit against the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and its Director, Corps Certification, Ibrahim Muhammad, alleging conspiracy, deceit, and misrepresentation of facts. Mbah is seeking N20 billion in general and exemplary damages from the Defendants. In addition, he is requesting a declaration that […]

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Delta APC Criticizes Okowa’s ₦71 Billion Supplementary Budget

The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly criticized Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for his plans to request the approval of a ₦71 billion supplementary budget from the State House of Assembly, just weeks before the end of his second tenure. In a statement signed by the Publicity Secretary, Valentine Onojeghuo, Esq., […]

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Nigerians in UK urge senators-elect to learn from Umahi, support Akpabio

UK-Based Nigerian Professionals Call on Senators-Elect to Follow Umahi’s Lead and Support Akpabio for Senate Presidency The Association of Nigerian Professionals in the United Kingdom (UK) has urged senators-elect who are still vying for the seat of the Senate President to take inspiration from Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State and throw their support behind […]

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Tinubu Discloses Phone Call with US Secretary Blinken

President-elect Bola Tinubu commits to unifying the country and strengthening relations with the United States upon assuming office on May 29. In a phone call with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Tinubu emphasized his immediate focus on implementing institutional reforms, development programs, and addressing the needs of impoverished Nigerians to deepen democratic institutions. President-elect […]

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Presidential Tribunal Postpones Obi’s Pre-Hearing Against Tinubu to May 19

LP National Chairman, Julius Abure and the party’s factional chairman, Lamidi Apapa were also in court on Wednesday. FILE: Peter Obi (middle) at the Tribunal on Wednesday The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja on Wednesday adjourned to Friday, May 19 for continuation of pre-hearing in the petition by presidential candidate of the Labour Party […]

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“Obi and Atiku reveal plans to modify INEC’s declaration process”

It is not uncommon for legal challenges to arise following presidential elections, as political rivals and other interested parties seek to contest the outcome of the vote. In this case, five lawsuits have been filed at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja, seeking to prevent Bola Ahmed Tinubu from assuming the presidency. It is […]

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Possible Opposition to Live Broadcast of Proceedings by INEC, APC, and Tinubu

Reports suggest that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), All Progressives Congress (APC), and the president-elect, Bola Tinubu, may oppose the request by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for a live broadcast of the proceedings of the Presidential Election Petition Court sitting in Abuja. PDP has insisted on live media coverage of the proceedings, saying […]

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FAAN Moves Aircraft Parked at GAT to Other Airports Due to Inauguration Ceremony

Yesterday, the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) issued a notice to aircraft owners to temporarily relocate their aircraft parked at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT) to alternative airports in preparation for the Presidential Inauguration ceremony scheduled for May 29th, 2023. The notice, signed by the Regional General Manager (NC)/Airport Manager (NAIA), explained that the […]

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Mimiko, Ogun SSG, Adeboye charge incoming govt on unity, diversity

L-R: Development Practitioner and Serial Social Entrepreneur, Abiodun Odunuga; Brother to the late Pastor Dare Adeboye, Pastor Adeolu Adeboye; Chairman, Dare Adeboye Foundation, Mrs Temiloluwa Adeboye; former Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, CEO, Opportunik Global Fund, Kola Oyeneyin and Executive Personal Assistant to the General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Leke […]

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Experts warn that drug-resistant diseases are now posing a significant threat to global health.

According to experts, drug-resistant diseases are responsible for the deaths of at least 700,000 people annually. During a virtual media roundtable organised by Pfizer, health experts emphasized that Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) has become a major concern for global health, with minor infections potentially becoming life-threatening and difficult to treat if left unaddressed. The experts aimed […]

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The Supreme Court has upheld Adeleke’s victory as the Governor of Osun State and confirmed the defeat of Oyetola and the APC.

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Court of Appeal in Abuja which had earlier on 24 March affirmed Mr Adeleke’s victory. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court affirmed the election of Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, confirming his victory over his opponent, Adegboyega Oyetola, in the highly contested July 16, 2022 poll. A […]

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Aig-Imoukhuede: Africa’s healthcare spend per person inadequate for complex challenges.

Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, founder/chairman of the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, the Chairman of the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, has noted that the per capita spending by African governments on healthcare is not enough to address the intricate healthcare challenges facing the continent. He made this observation while speaking at the Africa-UK Health Summit, held recently […]

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The tribunal has rescheduled Peter Obi’s petition for May 10th.

The Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal, which is currently in session at the Court of Appeal in Abuja, has scheduled May 10, 2023, as the date to resume hearing the petition filed by Peter Obi, the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, against the presidential election. Additionally, the tribunal has also postponed the pre-hearing of the […]

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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has recommended that road users seek alternative routes due to the heavy traffic on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.

Following a massive gridlock caused by a fuel-laden tanker that fell and spilt its content around the Ibafo area of Ogun State in the early hours of Sunday, the Federal Road Safety Commission has advised road users to explore alternative routes. According to the commission, road users going into and out of Lagos are advised […]

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A Nigerian politician has been sentenced to nine years in prison in the UK for his involvement in a plot to traffic organs.

  Ike Ekweremadu, 60, (left) Dr Obinna Obeta, 51, (top right) and Beatrice Ekweremadu, 56. Photograph: AP Judge says Ike Ekweremadu was ‘driving force’ in scheme to take kidney for his sick daughter from man brought to London   A prominent Nigerian politician, Ike Ekweremadu, along with his wife, Beatrice, and Dr. Obinna Obeta, have been […]

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Akande, Media Aide, asserts that public interest is driving Osinbajo’s presidential candidacy.

  Akande said Osinbajo could not have ignored the belief many Nigerians reposed in him as the face of new Nigerian by just walking away The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, addresses a crowd of APC youths at the International Conference Centre in Abuja on June 21, 2021. The Senior Special Assistant to Vice President […]

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Nigerian nurses registered as living in Northern Ireland under investigation

  The NMC has launched a probe. Photo: Stock image/Maskot/Getty — © Getty Images/Maskot Nurses who are registered as living in Northern Ireland are being investigated as part of a probe into a test centre in Nigeria. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has launched an investigation after concerns were raised over a centre in Nigeria where […]

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Ekweremadu’s accuser fears arrest or harm in Nigeria, appeals to UK.

    David Nwamini, the key figure in the arrest and conviction of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, has expressed his desire to stay in the United Kingdom. During the sentencing hearing, David, who was to be a kidney donor in the organ trafficking case, made a statement in which he talked about his […]