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Speculators will have hands burnt with new FOREX policy – Acting CBN Governor
Deeply concerned about recent developments in the foreign exchange market, President Bola Tinubu has approved measures to stabilise and enhance liquidity in the market, including the parallel market. The Acting Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Folashodun Shonubi, who disclosed this to journalists at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, after meeting with President Tinubu, also noted that the…
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ARCON queries Director of Regulations over ‘all eyes on judiciary’ advert
The Director General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria Olalekan Fadolapo has queried the organisation’s Director of Regulations over his approval of an advert titled “All Eyes on the Judiciary”. According to the query the director of operations, he failed to follow the directive which states that “all advertisements that promotes a cause or idea capable of inciting national…
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Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashes in Niger State
A Nigerian Air Force plane has been involved in a crash. According to sources, the aircraft was on its way from Kaduna to Minna, the capital of Niger state, when the incident took place. In an official statement on Monday, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, the NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, confirmed the occurrence. He explained that the aircraft…
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Sanwo-Olu appoints six special advisers
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the appointment of six Special Advisers (non-Cabinet). The appointment was confirmed by the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Mrs. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, in a statement released on Monday. The newly appointed Special Advisers and their respective roles are as follows: 1. Dr. (Mrs) Iyabo Oyeyemi Ayoola – Special Adviser, Central Internal Audit2. Mr.…
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ECOWAS condemns planned treason charges against Niger President Bazoum
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed its shock at recent attempts to bring charges of high treason against Niger President Mohamed Bazoum. In a press statement, ECOWAS strongly condemned the move, labeling it as a provocative act that contradicts the reported intentions of the military authorities in Niger to restore constitutional order through peaceful means. ECOWAS…
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CNN announces sweeping new lineup ahead of 2024 election
CNN on Monday announced a sweeping new lineup, elevating a new generation of rising stars to key time slots as it seeks to improve lackluster ratings and reboot its programming ahead of the 2024 presidential election. The dramatic changes, which inject an added boost of diversity to the programming slate and will roll out in the coming weeks, are some…
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In the shadow of US-China rivalry, Arab allies tread delicate ground
As oil-rich Gulf states seek to diversify their military partnerships, they are finding themselves ensnared in the intensifying rivalry for global dominance between the United States and China. One of America’s closest allies in the region, the United Arab Emirates plans to hold its first-ever military drill with China this month, the Chinese defense ministry announced late last month. The…
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Obaseki accuses deputy of manipulating NYCN election for personal ambitions
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has accused his deputy, Philip Shaibu, of orchestrating the manipulation of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) election in the state, alleging that Shaibu aimed to advance his own gubernatorial aspirations. Speaking during the observance of International Youth Day in Benin City, Obaseki claimed that Shaibu had exerted influence to secure the installation of…
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This violence against the judiciary, By Fredrick Nwabufo
Lately, no institution of government has been the object of derision, blackmail, and threats like the judiciary. This venerable and inviolable magisterial conservatory has been reduced to the jack-a-lent of ridicule, hate, and spite by those who are pursuing political profits through guerrilla means. How did we get here? In the past, the judiciary had a sacrality that citizens dare…
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First Lady welcomes Super Falcons at State House, Abuja
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has celebrated the Super Falcons of Nigeria with a reception at the State House Abuja on Monday. The First lady who received some of the players, their technical team and officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), said the girls displayed dedication, resilience, team spirit with the zeal and strength that defines Nigeria. She paid glowing…
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