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How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

Twenty-four companies have emerged as the most valuable stocks on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) year-to-date (YtD) as of August 17, 2026, collectively accounting for 74.8 per cent of the total market capitalisation of the equities market.
Osun poll: APC claims internal wrangling caused defeat — Says party took Adeleke for granted

Osun poll: APC claims internal wrangling caused defeat — Says party took Adeleke for granted

IBB, IGP, Ike Nwachukwu, Osoba, Obaigbena, others for ‘Vanguard at 40’ book launch tomorrow

IBB, IGP, Ike Nwachukwu, Osoba, Obaigbena, others for ‘Vanguard at 40’ book launch tomorrow

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Nasarawa electoral commissioner dumps APC for SDP

Nasarawa electoral commissioner dumps APC for SDP

Tsebe said he resigned from the party to pursue his political ambitions and serve the nation.

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NPA

Truckers deliberately shun Onne Port Parks —NPA

By Godwin Oritse The continuous refusal by truckers to use truck parks provided by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) at Onne Port is creating serious challenges for both the port management and the host community, while also contributing to delays in cargo evacuation. Speaking to Vanguard on the development, the Traffic Manager at Onne Port, Mr. […]

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Banks slash lending, cut N5.4trn across key sectors

CBN’s Sidi-Ali wins 2026 NSA Award

By Emma Ujah,  Abuja Bureau Chief  The Ag. Director of Corporate Communications of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, has won the 2026 edition of the National Spokespersons Award. The recognition was announced during the 6th National Spokespersons Awards and the 4th Economic Confidential Annual Lecture, organised by Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), publishers […]

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HBM Nigeria’s profit up 57% to N208bn

HBM Nigeria’s profit up 57% to N208bn

By Peter Egwuatu  HBM Nigeria Plc, formerly Lafarge Africa Plc, has declared a Profit After Tax (PAT) of N208billion representing a 57% growth for the first half of 2026, H1’26, against N132.677 billion in the corresponding period of last year, H1’25. According to the result released on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX, the company’s net sales […]

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 18, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 18, 2026

The Nigerian naira continued to trade relatively firmly against the United States dollar on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following its recent appreciation at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and relative stability in the parallel market.

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Foreign dominance of coastal waters threatens Nigeria’s security 

Foreign dominance of coastal waters threatens Nigeria’s security 

By Godwin Oritse A former Director of Shipping Development and Cabotage, Mr. Boniface Igwe, has warned that the continued dominance of foreign interests in Nigeria’s territorial waters poses a serious threat to the country’s internal security. Igwe, in his forthcoming book, Cabotage Law and Practice, argued that the growing presence and dominance of foreign operators in […]

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Food inflation rate rises 5th consecutive month to 20.31%

Food inflation rate rises 5th consecutive month to 20.31%

By Elizabeth Adegbesan Nigeria’s food inflation rate rose significantly by 2.79 percentage points to 20.31 percent in July from 17.52 percent in June, representing the fifth consecutive month’s rise since March 2026. The 20 percent threshold in food inflation rate was last recorded in February 2021. The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, disclosed this yesterday in its […]

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Osun poll: APC claims internal wrangling caused defeat — Says party took Adeleke for granted

Osun poll: APC claims internal wrangling caused defeat — Says party took Adeleke for granted

THE All Progressives Congress, APC, has admitted that internal wrangling, disagreement over its candidate and complacency contributed to its defeat in the 2026 Osun State governorship election, describing the outcome as a wake-up call ahead of the 2027 general election.

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IBB, IGP, Ike Nwachukwu, Osoba, Obaigbena, others for ‘Vanguard at 40’ book launch tomorrow

IBB, IGP, Ike Nwachukwu, Osoba, Obaigbena, others for ‘Vanguard at 40’ book launch tomorrow

Former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida, retd, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, ex-Minister of External Affairs, General Ike Nwachukwu, retd., and former Ogun State governor, Chief Segun Osoba and Publisher of ThisDay/Arise Media, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, are among the eminent Nigerians expected at the 40th anniversary book launch and reunion of Vanguard Newspapers.

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How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

Twenty-four companies have emerged as the most valuable stocks on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) year-to-date (YtD) as of August 17, 2026, collectively accounting for 74.8 per cent of the total market capitalisation of the equities market.

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Osun poll: APC claims internal wrangling caused defeat — Says party took Adeleke for granted

Osun poll: APC claims internal wrangling caused defeat — Says party took Adeleke for granted

THE All Progressives Congress, APC, has admitted that internal wrangling, disagreement over its candidate and complacency contributed to its defeat in the 2026 Osun State governorship election, describing the outcome as a wake-up call ahead of the 2027 general election.
Obi slams ‘bizarre’ court order, NDC heads to appeal

Senator Dickson appoints Steve Nwosu, others as aides

I had no doubt Adeleke would be re-elected – Elder brother Deji

I had no doubt Adeleke would be re-elected – Elder brother Deji

Edo Assembly Speaker, Agbebaku resigns amid impeachment moves

Edo Assembly Speaker, Agbebaku resigns amid impeachment moves

2027: Accord, AAC, SDP presidential candidates join forces against Tinubu 

2027: Accord, AAC, SDP presidential candidates join forces against Tinubu 

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ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

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Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

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ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

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Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

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BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

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Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

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ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 18, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 18, 2026

The Nigerian naira continued to trade relatively firmly against the United States dollar on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following its recent appreciation at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and relative stability in the parallel market.
NELFUND students loan

NELFUND: Student loan repayment capped at 10% of graduate’s gross income

Nigerian newspapers review: Why Adeleke won again in Osun

Nigerian newspapers review: Why Adeleke won again in Osun

World’s billionaires get even richer during COVID-19 pandemic ― Study

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 17, 2026

Tinubu to Adeleke: ‘Your victory confirms Osun people’s confidence in you’

Tinubu to Adeleke: ‘Your victory confirms Osun people’s confidence in you’

Osun election

I’ve instructed Osun Attorney-General to drop suit against EFCC — Adeleke

Osun Election: IPAC tasks Adeleke on inclusive governance

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Osun State chapter, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, urging him to ensure equitable distribution of resources, appointments and development projects across the state. IPAC, in a congratulatory statement signed by its state chairman, Dr Tosin Odeyemi of the Democratic Leadership Alliance, also commended […]
Afenifere, Igbo presidency

Osun poll passed test of free, fair, credible election — Afenifere

I support Tinubu because he is Yoruba, not over any agreement

I support Tinubu because he is Yoruba, not over any agreement

Yiaga Africa commends Osun voters’ resilience, seeks BVAS improvement

Yiaga Africa commends Osun voters’ resilience, seeks BVAS improvement

Osun election outcome exposes deepening rift in Ondo APC

Osun election outcome exposes deepening rift in Ondo APC

Metro

Concession of King’s College: Parents mobilise for protest

Concession of King’s College: Parents mobilise for protest

The controversy over the concession of King’s College, Lagos, to the King’s College Old Boys’ Association, KCOBA, by the Federal Government may be far from over, as parents and other stakeholders are mobilising for a mass protest against the move.
How financial pressure from Pastors keeps couples away from wedding in churches  

How financial pressure from Pastors keeps couples away from wedding in churches  

Man arrested for allegedly setting wife ablaze in Lokoja

Man arrested for allegedly setting wife ablaze in Lokoja

Six girls, 2 staff of engravers Boarding School Kaduna released by kidnappers

Captors fed us with garri without water, Eda Oniyo worshippers relive horror in kidnappers’ den

2km of Chaos: How Asaba-Onitsha Expressway punishes road users, businesses

2km of Chaos: How Asaba-Onitsha Expressway punishes road users, businesses

Columns

Adeleke’s victory: When the people speak, political calculations change, by Ejiro Ofoye

Adeleke’s victory: When the people speak, political calculations change, by Ejiro Ofoye

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Who else but Professor Benjamin Nwabueze (2), by Eric Teniola

House of chiefs should be the next (2), by Eric Teniola

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Pointless debate on Tinubu’s certificate, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

Pointless debate on Tinubu’s certificate, by Suleiman A. Suleiman

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Why your bank might not pay dividends for years, by Dele Sobowale

Why your bank might not pay dividends for years, by Dele Sobowale

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ABSU: Running a university as a local village contraption, by Owei Lakemfa

ABSU: Running a university as a local village contraption, by Owei Lakemfa

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Election rigging: Universities should reply Obi, by Tonnie Iredia

Election rigging: Universities should reply Obi, by Tonnie Iredia

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Deliverance is key  to a new beginning, by Funmi Komolafe

Deliverance is key  to a new beginning, by Funmi Komolafe

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Entertainment

Tupac Shakur’s accused killer was out for ‘revenge’, jury hears

Tupac Shakur’s accused killer was out for ‘revenge’, jury hears

Rapper Tupac Shakur was shot dead in an act of gang revenge ordered by a mobster who later boasted of it, jurors heard Monday, as one of America's most anticipated trials got under way, 30 years after the murder.
Full list of BBNaija season 11 housemates with immunity this week

Full list of BBNaija season 11 housemates with immunity this week

BBNaija Season 11: Abi emerges new HoH after tense final battle with Chimsom

BBNaija Season 11: Abi emerges new HoH after tense final battle with Chimsom

I spend about ₦551m on monthly bills — Pastor Tobi Adegboyega

I spend about ₦551m on monthly bills — Pastor Tobi Adegboyega

American actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36

American actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36

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One judgment, thirty-six rulebooks: the compliance bill facing Nigeria’s digital gaming operators

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American Cola launches Ilupeju Creative Court with sports contests

How Ridima Is Changing the Way Nigerians Buy, Sell and Think About Gift Cards

How Ridima Is Changing the Way Nigerians Buy, Sell and Think About Gift Cards

Zedcrest Group Convenes Market Leaders to Navigate a New Era of Global Investing

Zedcrest Group Convenes Market Leaders to Navigate a New Era of Global Investing

Videos

I’m a homeless widow, but won’t fornicate to survive — Joyce, graduate, mother of four

I’m a homeless widow, but won’t fornicate to survive — Joyce, graduate, mother of four

Nostalgia, glitz as icons reunite for Daddy Showkey’s 50th anniversary celebration

Nostalgia, glitz as icons reunite for Daddy Showkey’s 50th anniversary celebration

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

ICYMI

How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

Twenty-four companies have emerged as the most valuable stocks on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) year-to-date (YtD) as of August 17, 2026, collectively accounting for 74.8 per cent of the total market capitalisation of the equities market.
NELFUND students loan

Student Loan: How to apply for NELFUND

Anglican Bishop to leaders: Make citizens’ welfare yardstick of governance

Anglican Bishop to leaders: Make citizens’ welfare yardstick of governance

Why Adeleke won again in Osun

Why Adeleke won again in Osun

Adeleke’s camp to Keyamo: ‘There is no agreement’ with Tinubu

Adeleke’s camp to Keyamo: ‘There is no agreement’ with Tinubu

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Generational 'wealth'

Cartoon: Generational ‘wealth’

Cartoon: Takes prodigal father to know prodigal son

Cartoon: Takes prodigal father to know prodigal son

Cartoon: ‘Is amnesty the name of an animal, place or thing?’

Cartoon: ‘Is amnesty the name of an animal, place or thing?’

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Business

Banks slash lending, cut N5.4trn across key sectors

CBN’s Sidi-Ali wins 2026 NSA Award

By Emma Ujah,  Abuja Bureau Chief  The Ag. Director of Corporate Communications of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, has won the 2026 edition of the National Spokespersons Award. The recognition was announced during the 6th National Spokespersons Awards and the 4th Economic Confidential Annual Lecture, organised by Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), publishers […]
HBM Nigeria’s profit up 57% to N208bn

HBM Nigeria’s profit up 57% to N208bn

Foreign dominance of coastal waters threatens Nigeria’s security 

Foreign dominance of coastal waters threatens Nigeria’s security 

Food inflation rate rises 5th consecutive month to 20.31%

Food inflation rate rises 5th consecutive month to 20.31%

How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market

Health

NUCLE hosts inaugural ‘Recovery Room’ workshop, brings diabetes education beyond  prescription pad

NUCLE hosts inaugural ‘Recovery Room’ workshop, brings diabetes education beyond prescription pad

Power crisis: Hospitals groan as electricity costs soar, warn of higher healthcare costs

Power crisis: Hospitals groan as electricity costs soar, warn of higher healthcare costs

Ebola

Congo Ebola outbreak explodes to 4,665 cases, 2,184 deaths

Lagos upgrades hospitals, plans head and neck centre in Somolu

Lagos upgrades hospitals, plans head and neck centre in Somolu

Sports

Chelsea chairman Boehly, director consider selling stake to majority owner

Chelsea chairman Boehly, director consider selling stake to majority owner

Boehly has reportedly been dissatisfied with the direction of Chelsea, notably regarding recruitment, managers and a potential new stadium plan.
Full list: Champions League play-off fixtures

Full list: Champions League play-off fixtures

NFF sacks Super Falcons technical crew after World Cup miss

NFF sacks Super Falcons technical crew after World Cup miss

Scottish FA withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino

Scottish FA withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino

Why I never won African Player of the Year award – Okocha

Why I never won African Player of the Year award – Okocha

Relationships

‘I regret snatching my friend’s husband’ — Reader

‘I regret snatching my friend’s husband’ — Reader

Put your wife down at your peril!

Put your wife down at your peril!

Dear Bunmi, I know it sounds strange that at this time and age, there could be a virgin in her thirties but that’s exactly what I am

Dear Bunmi, I’m a virgin at 30; nervous with my boyfriend

How to handle the ‘teenage demon’ when it visits your children!

How to handle the ‘teenage demon’ when it visits your children!

Special Report

AFCON 2025: Nigeria beat Egypt 4-2 on penalties to win bronze

World Cup, Super Eagles’ AFCON heartbreak, others dominate Google searches

“January belonged to AFCON, and to heartbreak,” Google said. “Nigeria vs Morocco” became one of the biggest individual queries of 2026.

Being Wife of Dancing Governor: ‘What I discovered about the Adeleke family’

Being Wife of Dancing Governor: ‘What I discovered about the Adeleke family’

While tribal relations in Southern Nigeria have deteriorated of late, many marriages between Yorubas and Igbos continue to thrive in all strata of society

NIMR crisis deepens as research professors face premature retirement

NIMR crisis deepens as research professors face premature retirement

At the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), the corridors once alive with the hum of discovery now echo with uncertainty

Gov Peter Mbah

Enugu International Hospital, a vision to reverse Nigeria’s medical tourism

in Enugu, a different story is beginning to unfold courtesy of the government of Peter Mbah which set out to change the narrative 16 months ago

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Technology

MultiChoice Nigeria clarifies ownership structure under Canal+

MultiChoice Nigeria clarifies ownership structure under Canal+

MultiChoice Nigeria has reaffirmed its operational autonomy under CANAL+, saying its pricing, content strategy, channel packaging and distribution decisions remain locally driven despite its integration into the global media and entertainment group.

Online shopping: Glovo cuts search stress with AI chat

Online shopping: Glovo cuts search stress with AI chat

By Juliet Umeh Shopping online may soon involve less scrolling, fewer filters and far more conversation, as Glovo moves its quick-commerce service into the growing world of generative artificial intelligence. The multi-category technology company has announced the integration of its shopping service with ChatGPT and Claude, allowing users to discover products, compare prices and find […]

Six Nigerian news creators get modern tools to tackle newsroom challenges

Six Nigerian news creators get modern tools to tackle newsroom challenges

By Juliet Umeh Six Nigerian independent news creators have secured the backing of Google News Initiative, GNI, to sharpen their storytelling, grow their audiences and build more sustainable digital newsrooms. The creators- The Republic, More Branches TV, Onlinebanker, Adetunji Films, Wearegst and Iswellthecapitalist – are among about 20 emerging news voices from across Sub-Saharan Africa […]

Mastercard, TeamApt tackle payment barriers facing African businesses

Mastercard, TeamApt tackle payment barriers facing African businesses

By Juliet Umeh Businesses across Africa may soon find it easier to receive payments, serve customers and participate in cross-border commerce as Mastercard and TeamApt Ltd, a subsidiary of Moniepoint, move to tackle some of the barriers limiting digital payment adoption. The companies’ collaboration is designed to expand digital payment acceptance across in-store, online and […]

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Education

LASU best graduating student, Oluolamide, wins N10m prize

LASU best graduating student, Oluolamide, wins N10m prize

By Elizabeth Osayande EPE, LAGOS — The overall best graduating student of Lagos State University (LASU) for the 2025/2026 academic session, Adebanjo Samuel Oluolamide, has received a N10 million cash prize from the Sunbeth Excellence Partnership Programme (SEPP). Oluolamide, of the Department of Aerospace Engineering, graduated with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.97, […]

NGO uses sports, debate to return 700 children to school 

NGO uses sports, debate to return 700 children to school 

Sosa Fruit Drink and Indomie, sponsors of the championship, also expressed support for the initiative. The competition will culminate in November

Health colleges: Provosts urge Tinubu to lift 7-year moratorium

Health colleges: Provosts urge Tinubu to lift 7-year moratorium

The association urged government to exempt the institutions and ensure accreditation processes remain accessible.

UNILAG : I regret signing report – Visitation Panel Chairman

Accounts opening: NDPC probes Lotus Bank, UNILAG over unlawful use of students data

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission, NDPC, said yesterday it has commenced a forensic investigation into the University of Lagos, UNILAG, Lotus Bank and Hackerbella Ltd over alleged violations of data protection laws. Babatunde Bamigboye, Head of Legal, Enforcement and Regulations at the commission, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja. Efforts to get reaction of […]

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