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Fuji star K1 urges Tinubu to fix Nigeria’s woes in viral video
Fuji legend K1 expressed his dissatisfaction with the state of affairs in Nigeria, especially the rising cases of kidnappings, during a recent live performance. A video clip of his performance, where he spoke in Yoruba, went viral on social media on Thursday, February 1, 2024. In the video, K1 appealed to President Bola Tinubu to address the numerous problems facing…
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EFCC denies accusing churches, mosques of money laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified that its Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, did not accuse any church or mosque of being involved in money laundering activities. In a statement issued by the Head of Media and Publicity of the EFCC, Dele Oyewale, on Thursday, the EFCC said that some media outlets, especially Arise News, had misinterpreted…
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EFCC seeks arrest of ex-NDDC boss, Tuoyo Omatsuli for Aaleged ₦3.6bn fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, prayed Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos to issue a warrant of arrest to compel a former Executive Director on Projects, Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Tuoyo Omatsuli to attend his trial over an alleged N3.6bn fraud. Omatsuli , alongside Francis Momoh,…
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Adelami inaugurated as Ondo deputy governor
Chief Olayide Adelami was on Thursday sworn-in as the Deputy Governor of Ondo State by the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Olusegun Odusola. The inauguration event held at the International Events Centre (The Dome), Akure, marked a significant moment in the political landscape of the state. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, in his address at the event, emphasized Adelami’s exemplary record…
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EXCLUSIVE: High exchange rate threatens Nigeria’s 2024 Hajj
…intending pilgrims may pay over N8million this year …FG yet to bulge on concessionary rate for pilgrims By Ibidapo Balogun in Abuja The high exchange of naira to the dollar is at present threatening Nigeria intending pilgrims’ full participation in this year’s hajj, which may take place sometime in June. At the present rate of N1,520 to $1, intending pilgrims…
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Tinubu decries labelling, blanket stereotyping of Nigerians over cyber crimes
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has deplored what he termed mislabelling and blanket stereotyping of Nigeria as a country with the highest prevalence of cybercrime and other forms of corrupt practices among its population, saying it undermines majority of the citizens maintaining the principles of integrity and diligence. He regretted that over the years, the entire Nigerian populace had been linked…
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Make unity, inclusivity, bridge building your priority, Shettima charges Arewa broadcasters
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has urged broadcast media organisations in the country to prioritise national unity in addressing the critical challenges facing northern Nigeria. He gave the charge on Wednesday when the Arewa Broadcast Media Practitioners Forum paid him a courtesy visit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Specifically, VP Shettima identified poverty, insecurity and inclusivity as the major…
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Competency-based human resource practices to be restored in federal civil service – Olaopa
…aligns merit to implementation of federal character policy Professor Olaopa has reiterated his commitment to reengineer the standard operating procedures and guidelines in recruitment, career and talent management in the Federal Civil Service as it touches on the role of the Civil Service Commission. He said this reform will build a new generation of public managers that are capable, professional,…
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Labour Party suspends Nigerian-born MP in UK over Israel comments
The Labour MP Kate Osamor has had the whip suspended while she is investigated for saying Gaza should be remembered as a genocide on Holocaust Memorial Day. The Nigerian-born MP for Edmonton in north London is due to meet party whips on Monday after issuing an apology over the message she sent on the eve of the day marking the murder of…
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South Africa: ANC suspends ex-President Jacob Zuma after rival party launch
South Africa’s former President Jacob Zuma has been suspended from the party he once led, after refusing to vote for it and launching a rival organisation. The governing African National Congress (ANC) announced its decision on Monday. “Zuma and others whose conduct is in conflict with our values and principles, will find themselves outside the African National Congress,” said Secretary-General…
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