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Bode George Slams Tinubu for France Trip Amid Insecurity Crisis

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Bode George has accused President Bola Tinubu of travelling to France when Nigeria is experiencing series of insecurity crisis. George said it was shameful... Read more »

Shippers Council Validates WACT Tariff Increment, Cities Industry Benchmark

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has disclosed that the tariff increment implemented by the West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) was duly reviewed and approved by the council. The Council, in a statement,... Read more »
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NCAA Issues Strong Warning to International Airlines Against “Unacceptable” Deportations

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a strong warning to international airlines concerning the rising number of complaints from Nigerian passengers who are being deported mid-journey. These passengers are often... Read more »
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ECOWAS To Hold Emergency Meeting Over Niger, B’Faso, Mali Imposed Import Levy

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is set to convene an extraordinary meeting later this month to address the controversial 0.5 percent import levy recently imposed by the Alliance of... Read more »
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Ighodalo Condemns Tribunal Ruling, Describes It As “Travesty Of Justice”

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 21, 2024, Edo State election, Asue Ighodalo, has vowed to challenge the recent ruling of the Edo State Governorship Election... Read more »
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World Bank Approves $1.08 Billion for Nigeria to Boost Education, Nutrition, and Resilience

The World Bank has approved three funding operations for Nigeria, totaling $1.08 billion in concessional financing. These initiatives aim to improve quality of education, strengthen household and community resilience, and enhance nutrition... Read more »
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Leadway Pensure Urges Nigerians To Boost Retirement Security With Aditional VC

A Pension Fund Administrator (PFA) in Nigeria, Leadway Pensure, has advocated Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) for Nigerians to have a secured future in retirement. This is as the PFA reaffirmed its commitment... Read more »
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“Why Tinubu Sacked Mele Kyari” – Presidency Officials

President Bola Tinubu’s decision to sack Mele Kyari and other board members of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited stems from mounting concern over performance and a failure to meet key production... Read more »
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NSIA Insurance Gives Back To To Society With LASUTH CSR Initiative

NSIA Insurance extended a special outreach to new and expectant mothers at Lagos State University Teaching Hospital’s (LASUTH) maternity arm – Ayinke House, as part of its commitment to care impact the... Read more »
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Glovo Partners With She Code To Train 100 Women In Tech

Glovo, has partnered with She Code Africa and the Lagos State government through the Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment, and the Ministry of Science and Technology equipped 100 women with... Read more »
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Ondo State Rewards Best Graduating Students N500,000

The best-graduating student of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa, Ondo State, Mr Stephen Emeomi-Magi, has been rewarded with N500,000 by the Ahoanaruogho family of Benin, Edo. OAUSTECH’s Vice-Chancellor,... Read more »
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Illegal Cybercrime Training Center Uncovered in Lagos, 10 Arrested

The Lagos State Police Command has dismantled an illegal internet fraud training center, commonly known as a “Yahoo School,” operating in the Iju area. The operation resulted in the arrest of ten... Read more »
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CBN Denies Reports of ₦5,000 and ₦10,000 Banknotes Introduction

According to the reports, the CBN was set to introduce the new notes to reduce cash-handling costs and improve liquidity management. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has refuted claims that it... Read more »
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Trump Imposes 14% Tariff on Nigerian Goods as ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs Take Effect

US President Donald Trump has slammed a 14 percent reciprocal tariff on all Nigerian goods entering the US as the much talked about “Liberation Day” tariffs comes into effect. Trump had said... Read more »
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Smart Pilot Uses Quick Wit to Resolve Seat Dispute with Nupe Woman

A Nupe woman boarded a plane from Lagos to Abuja She was booked for an economy class seat.Just after the plane took-off, the woman stood up and went to sit in the... Read more »
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General Tsiga Regains Freedom After Nearly Two Months in Kidnappers’ Den

Brigadier-General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd) has regained his freedom after spending 56 days in captivity. Akelicious had reported how the former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) was abducted from his... Read more »
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Jose Mourinho pinches the nose of Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk as he loses Istanbul derby with Fenerbahce

Legendary football coach, Jose Mourinho has landed himself in trouble for pinching the nose of Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk after his Fenerbahce side were beaten in a fiery Istanbul derby on Wednesday,... Read more »
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JUST IN: Tribunal Gives Final Ruling On Edo Governorship Election Dispute

The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal had dismissed the case instituted by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and it’s candidate, Asue Ighodalo challenging the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo. The petitioners... Read more »
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Apollo No Dey Catch Anybody Again, Regina Daniels Throws Shade in Stunning Red Outfit

Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has sparked reactions online with a shady post on her verified social media page. Regina Daniels shared multiple photos of herself stunning in a lovely red outfit in... Read more »
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CONFIRMED: Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago to Compete for the 2025 Unity Trophy in London

In an exciting announcement, it has been confirmed that Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago will converge in London this May to compete for the prestigious 2025 Unity Trophy. This highly... Read more »