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FG Screens Ugwuanyi, Ikpeazu, Shehu Sani, Others for Ambassadorial Appointments
Among those screened for the ambassadorial appointments are two former South-East governors — Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State and Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State. Also undergoing the process are former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani — who recently joined the
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Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden Set to Visit Nigeria in April
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria Désirée of Sweden will be visiting Nigeria from April 7 to April 9, 2025. This announcement was officially made through a statement released by Kimiebi Ebienfa, … Continue Reading
$1 Can Still Buy a Meal in Nigeria Unlike In US – Tinubu’s Aide
Naira’s Local Value Defended Amid Dollar Weakness, Says President Tinubu’s Adviser
In a recent appearance on the Mic On Podcast, Dr. Tope Fasua, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, defended the naira’s local value despite its significant … Continue Reading
MOSOP Rejects Oil Resumption Talks, Demands 20% Royalty for Ogoni Development
As part of its demands, MOSOP is calling for the allocation of at least 20 per cent of profits from natural resource extraction in Ogoni to fund infrastructural development across the kingdom. Viura noted that the forum has endorsed the
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Iran’s President Dismisses Deputy Following Luxurious Antarctica Voyage
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Dismisses Deputy Over Controversial Antarctic Trip Amid Economic Crisis
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has terminated the position of his deputy for parliamentary affairs, Shahram Dabiri, following backlash over a lavish trip to Antarctica. This decision comes … Continue Reading
FCMB Records N73.34bn Profit After Tax Amid N144.6bn Capital Raise
To align with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recapitalisation mandate, FCMB completed the first phase of its capital raising programme, which saw issued shares double from 19.8 billion in 2023 to 39.6 billion in 2024. The capital injection helped the
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BREAKING:Former Oyo Governor Olunloyo dies at 90
Former Oyo State Governor Dr. Victor Olunloyo Passes Away Days Before 90th Birthday
Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, the former governor of Oyo State, has passed away just days shy of his 90th birthday, as announced by his family … Continue Reading
Education Minister Proposes Two-Year NYSC, Seeks Expanded Skills Training for Corps Members
Speaking during the visit, Brigadier General Nafiu expressed appreciation for the Ministry’s support and reiterated NYSC’s commitment to aligning its operations with federal policy directions. He advocated for the creation of a centralized database for Nigerian students studying overseas to
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Autopsy Reveals Cause of Nigerian Boxer Olanrewaju‘s Death
Tragic Death of Nigerian Boxer Olanrewaju Segun ‘Success’ Linked to Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Former Nigerian professional boxer Olanrewaju Segun, known as ‘Success’, passed away from sudden cardiac arrest during a bout in Ghana last Saturday, according to an autopsy … Continue Reading
JAMB Says 2025 Direct Entry registration not closing April 7
JAMB Clarifies Registration Timeline for 2025 Direct Entry Candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a statement to quell rumors regarding the closing date for the 2025 Direct Entry (DE) registration. Contrary to speculation that registration would … Continue Reading