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Nigerian debt

NACCIMA, others list risks to economy as debt hits N46.3 trn

The Debt Management Office, DMO, yesterday said the nation’s public debt rose by N6.69 trillion or 22.47 per cent to N46. 25 trillion ($103.11 billion) at the end of  2022 from N39. 56 trillion ($95.77 billion) at the end of December 2021, with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture, NACCIMA, highlighting its risk to the economy.

‘He was unusual’, Pete Edochie mourns grandson

PDP reverses suspension of Anyim, Fayose, others

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Africa: Why does Burna Boy rock more than Nigeria’s elections? 

By Azu Ishiekwene FROM Accra to Cape Town images of Nollywood, Nigeria’s popular movie footprint, are a common staple in homes across the continent as are the sights and sounds of its pop icons who are also amongst Africa’s biggest. When politics is on the menu, however, it does not appear that the rest of […]

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‘He was unusual’, Pete Edochie mourns grandson

Pete Edochie said his son, Yul, called him on the telephone, Wednesday, informing him that Kambilichukwu fell down while playing football…

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2023: I predicted ‘Peter Obi effect’ to PDP ahead of polls – Ikpeazu

“That Peter Obi effect, I predicted it and told my party. I even volunteered that reasonable politicians should not ignore what Peter Obi was doing,” he said.

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Obi-Datti: Tinubu petitions NBC, wants Channels TV sanctioned

The President-elect, Asíwájú Bola Tinubu, has petitioned the National Broadcasting Commission NBC, urging it to sanction Channels Television for allegedly breaching the Nigerian Broadcasting Code.

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Video: Finally, Davido drops 4th album ‘Timeless’

Nigerian afrobeat star, David Adeleke, better known as Davido has finally dropped the much-anticipated album entitled ‘Timeless, after a long silence following the death of his first son, Ifeanyi.

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Police arrest 19 El-Zakzaky members over violent protest in Abuja

Against the backdrop of violent protest by hundreds of members of the Shiite Islamic group in Abuja on Thursday, the Police has said it apprehended 19 members for obstruction, riotous assembly and unlawful procession adding that they will be charged to court in due course.

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R-E-V-E-A-L-E-D: No approval from FG to pay Peseiro’s salary – NFF  

Embattled  president of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Ibrahim Gusau has exposed the immediate pass board of the federation over its claim that it received an approval from the Federal Government that it will be paying the salary of Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro.

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Students, teachers injured as suspected herdsmen storm Oyo school 

SUSPECTED herdsmen allegedly invaded Community Grammar School, Alaropo Nla, in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, yesterday, and injured students and teachers in the process.

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Presidential poll: Obi disagrees with US APC over White House Park protest

THE Labour Party, LP, Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has disagreed with the United States of America chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, over sponsors of a protest against the outcome of the 2023 presidential poll at the Park opposite White House, US.

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First Bank changes name of UK, African subsidiaries

FIRST Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced a phased corporate name change of its subsidiaries in the United Kingdom and sub-Saharan Africa. 

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Politics

2023: I predicted ‘Peter Obi effect’ to PDP ahead of polls – Ikpeazu

“That Peter Obi effect, I predicted it and told my party. I even volunteered that reasonable politicians should not ignore what Peter Obi was doing,” he said.

Ayu’s suspension: PDP suspends Igyorov ward exco with immediate effect

Kwankwaso to Buhari: You didn’t do enough to ensure credible elections

Ayu’s resignation: PDP threatens action against stalwart

Vice President-elect Shettima meets IBB in Minna

Videos

PDP Crisis: Ayu out, Damagum named acting chairman

State Assembly Polls: 9 days after, INEC holds on to results in 183 constituencies

Why we introduced e-Naira – CBN

Drugs trafficking charge: Court declines to stop Abba Kyari’s trial

Metro

Students, teachers injured as suspected herdsmen storm Oyo school

SUSPECTED herdsmen allegedly invaded Community Grammar School, Alaropo Nla, in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, yesterday, and injured students and teachers in the process.

‘Korope’ drivers protest as corrections van injures two in Osogbo

Father stabbed to death in front of three-year-old daughter

Musk overtakes Obama as most followed Twitter account

Pope Francis not infected with COVID-19, feeling better – Vatican

2023 Elections

2023: I predicted ‘Peter Obi effect’ to PDP ahead of polls – Ikpeazu

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Abia guber: ‘I am shocked…I have not met her before’ –  Ikpeazu reacts to REC, Oti

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Interim Government: ‘Avoid treason’ SDP’s Adewole warns politicians 

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Presidential poll: Supreme Court dismisses Nwajiuba’s suit seeking Tinubu, Atiku’s disqualification

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2023 Polls: Go back to drawing board for another time, INEC urges losers

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2023 Elections: Families of 39 slain Nigerians, victims seeking justice – CDD

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Interim Government: Why plot to truncate Tinubu’s inauguration is dangerous – Islamic cleric

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Entertainment

‘He was unusual’, Pete Edochie mourns grandson

Pete Edochie said his son, Yul, called him on the telephone, Wednesday, informing him that Kambilichukwu fell down while playing football…

Video: Finally, Davido drops 4th album ‘Timeless’

Mr Eazi receives four certificates, becomes first Nigerian to win Latin Grammy

Falz, Vector’s satiric song ‘Yakubu’ delights internet

How I lost N500m to non-smoking nightclub business — Comedian AY

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Get to know Africa’s best Pet supplies store

British Council’s Showcases: Uniting Nigeria Through Creativity.

Vento Furniture is Nigerian Project

VACANCIES: Anasami Construction Nigeria Ltd is Employing

RAMADAN TALK

Ramadan Talk Day 09: Beware! Eating too much may be counterproductive

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Ramadan Talk Day 08: Cut off distractions, launch yourself to higher spiritual level

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Ramadan Talk Day 07: This Ramadan can reshape your life

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Ramadan Talk Day 06: Commit to a greener Ramadan this year

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Ramadan Talk Day 05: You can’t have Ramadan twice a year

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RAMADAN TALK DAY 03: Don’t miss Taraweeh

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Ramadan Talk Day 20: What you must know about Itikaf

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Today’s toons

Mr & Mrs: After six years of searching

Cartoon: When you have money you can’t use

Cartoon: Transfers must be in new notes too

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Business

First Bank changes name of UK, African subsidiaries

FIRST Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced a phased corporate name change of its subsidiaries in the United Kingdom and sub-Saharan Africa. 

Port taskforce saves visiting ships N5.4bn demurrage in 2 yrs

FCMB partners real estate firms in affordable housing

NDIC assures Nigerians of safety of bank deposits

Making 75% content of advertising locally’ll create 0.5m jobs —FG

Health

13,000 HIV/AIDS positive Osun residents need treatment — US Consul General

Succour as NLNG boosts healthcare services in Lagos, 3 others

Maintain good standard, NAFDAC admonishes packaged water producers

UNICEF, UK govt intervene to protect children in N/East Nigeria

Sports

R-E-V-E-A-L-E-D: No approval from FG to pay Peseiro’s salary – NFF  

Embattled  president of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Ibrahim Gusau has exposed the immediate pass board of the federation over its claim that it received an approval from the Federal Government that it will be paying the salary of Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro.

Why Arsenal will win EPL title — Arteta

Argentina bids to host U20 World Cup in place of Indonesia

France confirm Herve Renard as new women’s coach

Human rights abusers barred from owning Premier League clubs

Relationships

Dear Bunmi, I feel like leaving without letting him know

Dear Bunmi, I didn’t know he was married

Dear Bunmi, his dad’s prowess is unbelievable

Dear Bunmi, lovemaking no longer excites me

Education

NANS decries increase in fees at Ekiti state versity

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has slammed the owners and the management of the Ekiti State University, EKSU, Ado-Ekiti for increasing the fees payable by students of the institution.
According to the National Vice President, External Affairs, Comrade Akinteye Afeez, on Wednesday, the increase of the fees from about N100,000 to N150,000 was unacceptable.

I inherited N1.3bn debt in Auchi Poly – Rector

Dr Salisu Umar, the Rector of Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo on Wednesday said the institution was indebted to the tune of over N1.3 billion when he took over.

Why we suspended manual confirmation of results — WAEC

The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, said yesterday it abandoned manual confirmation of results for digital because the former was seamless and timely.

LASG grants access to Chrisland terminal classes

The Lagos State Ministry of Education has granted permission for students in terminal classes to access Chrisland High School, Opebi for physical learning ahead of their examinations due to begin soon.

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Technology

Samsung’s Galaxy A54 5G, A34 5G to offer longer battery life span experiences

Innovative devices maker, Samsung Electronics, has unveiled its Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G, two innovative smartphones that advance Samsung Galaxy’s commitment to designing awesome mobile experiences.

Guber poll: People living with disability tell their story

The recently concluded Governorship and State House of Assembly  elections in Nigeria, has produced several stories.

Verve teams up with Alcineo on SoftPOS to advance contactless, digital payments

One of Africa’s leading payment cards and digital token brand, Verve, has partnered with Alcineo to deploy a software point-of-sale (SoftPOS) SDK solution.

MTN’s Funso Aina wins ‘Innovator of the Year’ in Europe, Middle East and Africa

MTN Nigeria’s Senior Manager, External Relations, Mr. Funso Aina, has been announced “Innovator of the Year” in the brands category at the SABRE IN2 awards. 

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Features

Drama and NLNG’s $100,000 Literature Prize

Whether reading or watching play, people derive pleasure; their feelings are aroused especially when the act is spell-binding

Police: Gathering storm over election allowances

BARRING urgent intervention by the police authorities, the Rank and File of the Nigeria Police Force may take to the streets. This time around, it is surely not to protect lives and property but to vent their frustrations over unpaid election allowances and salary arrears.

Towards Ramadān: what shall we prepare for?

By Afolabi O. Quadri Ramadān as a holy month in Islam cannot be equated with any other month; carrying the heavyweight prescription of Allah for the entire Muslim Ummah to fast. This fasting has been prescribed for communities before that of Prophet Muhammad, though with notable differences. Fasting is essentially for the sake of boosting […]

Key factors that shaped Tinubu’s victory

On Wednesday, the presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, was officially declared the President-elect and presented his certificate of return by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

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