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Aliko Dangote’s Net Worth Jumps to $28 Billion as Fuel Refinery Launches
Aliko Dangote’s Fortune Soars to $28 Billion with Launch of Dangote Refinery
Lagos, Nigeria – Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, the Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Refinery, has witnessed his net worth soar to $28 billion following the much-anticipated commencement … Continue Reading
I earn N14 Million Every Month as a senator – Orji Kalu Reveals
Orji Kalu Discloses Monthly Earnings as Senator, Defends Lawmakers’ Financial Realities
Abia State, Nigeria – Former Governor of Abia State and current Senator representing Abia North, Orji Kalu, has disclosed that his monthly earnings as a member of the … Continue Reading
JAMB Revises Age Limit for 2024/2025 Admissions: 16-Year-Olds Now Eligible Till August 2025
JAMB Adjusts Age Requirement, Allows Candidates Turning 16 by August 2025 to Apply for 2024/2025 Admissions
In a significant policy shift, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the age limit for candidates seeking admission into … Continue Reading
UNILORIN Celebrates 39th Convocation with 256 First-Class Graduates
University of Ilorin Celebrates Milestone 39th Convocation Ceremony with Over 12,000 Graduates
The University of Ilorin is preparing to celebrate its 39th convocation ceremony, during which it will honor a total of 12,042 graduates, including 256 students who have achieved … Continue Reading
Chinese Company to Invest $300 Million in New Steel Plant in Ogun State
Inner Galaxy Steel Company Limited to Invest $300 Million in New Steel Plant in Ogun State
Ogun State, Nigeria – Inner Galaxy Steel Company Limited, a Chinese-based firm, has announced plans to invest $300 million in the establishment of … Continue Reading
Senator Kingibe Advocates for additional Senate seats for FCT
Senator Ireti Kingibe Pushes for More Senators from the FCT
Abuja, Nigeria – Senator Ireti Kingibe, the representative for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), expressed her commitment on Wednesday to advocate for additional senatorial slots for the nation’s capital. … Continue Reading
State Governor Launches Subsidised Rice Sale at ₦38,700 per Bag to Ease Economic Hardship
Sokoto State Governor Rolls Out Major Subsidy on Rice Sale to Support Grassroots Amid Economic Challenges
In a bid to alleviate the rising cost of living, Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has launched the sale of subsidised food items, … Continue Reading
Reps Orders Swift Reversal Of Fuel and Cooking Gas Prices
House of Representatives Urges Reversal of Fuel Price Increases Amid Growing Economic Concerns
In a significant move on Wednesday, the House of Representatives called for an immediate rollback of the recent hikes in fuel and cooking gas prices that have … Continue Reading
Anambra Medical Mission Provides Free Open Heart Surgeries for 29 Children
Free Medical Mission in Anambra State Benefits Over 1,000 Patients, Including 29 Children Who Underwent Open Heart Surgery
Awka, Anambra State – In a remarkable medical outreach, at least 29 children in Anambra State received free open heart surgeries as … Continue Reading
FG To Support 20 million Struggling Nigerians Through cash transfer
Nigeria’s Revenue Surge Fuels Social Investment Initiatives, Says Finance Minister Wale Edun
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant address during the 30th Nigeria Economic Summit in Abuja, Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, … Continue Reading