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Agora Policy recommends holistic approach for naira stability
Agora Policy, an Abuja-based think-tank led by Waziri Adio, has proposed a comprehensive approach to address the weakening currency’s stability. This comes in the wake of the naira’s significant devaluation by more than 40% since its transition to a floating exchange rate. In their recent policy brief titled “Steadying Nigeria’s Fledgling Foreign Exchange Reform,” the organization questions the swift move…
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Survey: 62% Nigerians believe Tinubu will move Nigeria forward
62 percent of Nigerians in a new survey believe Nigeria will move forward under the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The survey was conducted by CMC Connect LLP, Lagos-based public perception consulting and strategic communication firm, in partnership with Analysts Data Services and Resources (ADSR). The firms said a total of 1,714 participants across the country’s six geopolitical zones took…
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NJC denies alleged transfer of judicial powers to state governors
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has refuted a widespread letter’s claim that it transferred its constitutional powers and responsibilities concerning the selection and advancement of judges to state governors. According to a statement released on Sunday, NJC’s Director of Information, Soji Oye, dismissed the validity of the letter dated July 14, 2023, purportedly signed by Olukayode Ariwoola, the Chief Justice…
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Niger Republic junta brought war, but our people are hailing them, By Uche Nnadozie
Barring unbridled partisanship, I can’t fathom why a Nigerian – especially an adult with a measure of geo-political appreciation will find gumption to support the Niger Republic junta. To make it worse, there seems to be a well orchestrated campaign against President Bola Tinubu over any action or inaction he may have taken or wishes to take regarding one of…
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ECOWAS must prioritise diplomacy in resolving Niger crisis – Obi
Presidential Candidate of Labour Party in the 2023 elections Peter Obi has said that diplomacy still remains the best way to achieving the required success in the ongoing crisis in Niger. In a series of tweets on Sunday, the former Anambra State Governor said ECOWAS should enjoy the country is returned to civilian rule. He said Niger needs all the…
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‘You’ve picked the wrong fight by imposing hardship on Nigerians,’ Bakare urges Tinubu to go after subsidy thiefs
Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, Tunde Bakare has called on President Bola Tinubu to pursue both entities and individuals responsible for misappropriating “trillions of naira” in petrol subsidy funds. During his Sunday sermon, Bakare urged the president to guarantee that private organizations and individuals found guilty of embezzling public funds are held accountable through the legal process. The…
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𝙅𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙣-𝙅𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙣: N𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘆𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱 e𝗽𝗶𝗰 d𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗼𝗳 v𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 c𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀, By 𝗥𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝘁𝘂𝗻
“𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁,𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗻”The above iconic 5th and 6th lines of the National Anthem of Nigeria captured my feelings after watching Femi Adebayo’s epic play, 𝙅𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙣-𝙅𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙣 (2023) which was released on 10th August 2023 on Netflix. Without doubt, the labours of the late Hubert Ogunde (1916-1990), Moses Olaiya (1936-2018), Kola Ogunmola (1925-1973), Duro Ladipo…
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Akeredolu still in Germany, not yet back, says media aide
The Ondo State government has debunked media reports that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu who is hospitalised in Germany has returned to the country. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Richard Olatunde, in a statement on Sunday, said Akeredolu was still in Germany. He said the video in question was from a former event. The statement reads: “Our attention has been…
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Niger: Coup leaders, Nigeria’s intervention team agree to pursue dialogue
Nigeria’s Intervention Team comprising prominent Islamic scholars in the country at the weekend met with the coup leaders in Niger where both parties agreed to intensify the option of dialogue in resolving the political crisis in that country. The Islamic Ulammas led by Sheik Bala Lau met with General Abdourahmane Tchiani for several hours in Niger’s capital Niamey during which…
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Anthony Joshua claims seventh round knockout win over Helenius
Heavyweight Anthony Joshua spectacularly knocked out Robert Helenius with one punch in round seven, after boxing tentatively in the first half of the fight at London’s O2 Arena. The 33-year-old Briton – who was jeered by fans during the fight – landed nothing of note until an overhand right ended Helenius’ night. The win – Joshua’s first stoppage win in…
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