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Boss Mustapha denies involvement in $6.3m theft, calls for investigation
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, has dismissed a report that accused him of participating in the alleged illegal withdrawal of $6.3 million. The report, which was published by an online newspaper, claimed that a special investigator appointed by President Bola Tinubu discovered the alleged theft, which supposedly took place on February 8, 2023 — a…
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PHOTOS: El Rufai visits Obasanjo in Abeokuta
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on Sunday visited former President Olusegun Obasanjo in his Abeokuta residence. El-Rufai disclosed this in a post on his X page on Sunday. He wrote, “SUNDAY UPDATE: Earlier today, I visited my boss, former President Olusegun Obasanjo welcomed me and my friends his Abeokuta home. We were hosted to a sumptuous lunch by Mrs.…
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Sanwo-Olu preaches peace, compassion at Christmas
rges residents not to lose hope Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rejoiced with residents of the state, particularly Christian faithful as they celebrate this year’s Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ. Governor Sanwo-Olu in his Christmas message issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, implored Nigerians, especially Christians to embrace peace, harmony…
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VIDEO: Okey Bakassi narrates how he was attacked at an event in Owerri
Comedian Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, known as Okey Bakassi, has opened up about an assault incident that he encountered recently. He said that he was physically assaulted by some young men at an event in Owerri, the capital of Imo state. The comedian, who hails from Imo state, posted a video on his Instagram page on Saturday, December 23, where he…
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WRC-23: Nigeria joins rest of world to sign updated radio regulations to deepen global connectivity
At the conclusion of the World Radiocommunications Conference (WRC) 2023, Nigeria joined the rest of the World to sign unto the Final Act WRC-23, which constitutes a record of the decisions taken at the conference. The Final Act comprises both the new and revised provisions of the Radio Regulations, an international treaty governing the use of the radio-frequency spectrum and…
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Humanitarian minister attends Obong of Calabar’s 15th coronation anniversary, launches anti-poverty scheme
Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu on Saturday graced the 15th coronation anniversary of the Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, which also coincided with the annual Utomo Obong festival. The twin events were held at Adiabo, the country home of the revered first-class Efik monarch in Cross River State. Speaking at the…
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The many silver linings of Tinubu’s 7 months in office, By Bayo Onanuga
The removal of fuel subsidy and the move to merge foreign exchange rates, two headline reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration since late May, triggered problems such as high fuel prices and the depreciation of the Naira, two monstrosities which combined to cause a general spike in costs of services and goods. Today, many Nigerians complain of a rise in…
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Nollywood actor, Dejumo Lewis dies aged
The Nollywood industry has lost one of its icons, Dejumo Lewis, who passed away at the age of 80. The news of his death was announced by fellow actor, Saidi Balogun, on his Instagram page on Saturday. He posted a picture of the late legend and wrote, “Good night DEJUMO LEWIS, may your soul rest in perfect peace. RIP.” The…
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Yuletide: Excitement, commendations trail Tinubu’s transport subsidy, By Segun Tomori
Nigerians from all walks of life are thrilled by the Presidential intervention mitigating the high cost of transport this festive season. Cross-country travelling to see loved ones at the end of the year has been the norm for Nigerians, for decades, irrespective of religious inclinations. Therefore, the far-reaching effect of discounted inter-state bus fares and free train rides on the…
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Air Peace to resume direct flights to China December 28
Air Peace says it will resume direct flights to Guangzhou, China, on December 28. The airline announced this in a statement by its spokesman, Stanley Olisa, on Friday. The airline said passengers could also fly Accra-China-Accra, a new connection. It said the resumption of flights to China and the newly introduced connection was in furtherance of Air Peace’s commitment to…
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