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NEC backs planned grain, fertiliser distribution over subsidy removal
The National Economic Council (NEC) has thrown its weight behind the planned distribution of grains and fertilizer to Nigerians by the Federal Government through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to mitigate the impact of the removal of petrol subsidy on citizens. The decision was part of the resolutions reached at the 4th meeting of the Council chaired by Vice…
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Nigeria 0-0 Canada: Nnadozie’s penalty save denies Christine Sinclair FIFA World Cup history
Christine Sinclair missed out on becoming the first player to score at six Fifa World Cups as Canada were held by Nigeria. Nigeria keeper Chiamaka Nnadozie kept out Sinclair’s spot-kick early in the second half as the Olympic champions were frustrated in Melbourne. Deborah Abiodun was sent off late on for Nigeria, however they earned a point with a battling…
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We will transform Nigeria into Africa’s culture, creative capital – Hannatu Musawa
Special Adviser to the President on Culture and Entertainment Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has said the administration of President Bola Tinubu will transform the country into Africa’s culture and creative capital. Musawa made this known while addressing a press briefing on Thursday. According to her, President Tinubu’s plan is to double the national economy to $1tn within eight years. She…
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Tinubu approves establishment of Infrastructure Support Fund for states
…FAAC shares N907bn from N1.9tn June revenue President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of Infrastructure Support Fund (ISF) for the 36 states of the Federation as part of measures to cushion the effects of the petrol subsidy removal on the people. The approval was disclosed at the monthly meeting of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), on Thursday July…
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In memoriam: Prof. Kole Omotoso – A luminous artistic soul, By Kayode Ajulo
With a heavy heart, I join others in bidding farewell to the illustrious Prof. Kole Omotoso, a man whose intellect and unwavering integrity left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know him. I had the honour of meeting Prof. Kole Omotoso during the era of the former Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, who was…
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Gambari and the delicate dance of Ilorin, By Dare Babarinsa
We need to thank His Highness, Alhaji Sulu Gambari, Emir of Ilorin, for his fatherly intervention in the recent controversy about a devotee of Osun deity in his domain. Some Islamic leaders had visited the priestess in her home to warn her that an open display of her faith may lead to regrettable consequences. Ilorin is a big city with…
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FIRS rakes-in record N5.5tn in 6 months
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced tax revenue collection of N5.5 trillion for the half-year period of January to June 2023. This is the highest tax revenue collection ever recorded by the Service in any first six months of a fiscal year. Mr. Muhammad Nami, Executive Chairman of the FIRS stated this while presenting the 2023-2024 tax revenue…
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Tinubu mourns exit of literary giant, Kole Omotoso
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of celebrated writer, author and literary scholar, Professor Kole Omotoso, saying his demise is a big loss to Nigeria, Africa and the literary world. Prof. Omotoso died in Johannesburg, South Africa on Wednesday at 80. President Tinubu described the well-known Prof. Omotoso as a literary giant that is reputed for…
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Party chairmanship excites Ganduje, Kano APC
It was jubilation galore within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State as it emerged that the immediate-past governor of the state, Alhaji Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, had been tipped for the national chairmanship of the party. Ganduje who was initially eyeing a ministerial appointment is delighted at the news of his impending emergence as chairman. The former governor is…
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New Zealand stun Norway in opener for first World Cup win
Co-hosts New Zealand began the Women’s World Cup with an almighty shock as they beat Norway 1-0 to record the country’s first win at a finals. Neither the New Zealand men’s nor the women’s team had claimed a World Cup finals victory before, but Hannah Wilkinson finished off a superb team goal three minutes after half-time to seal a historic…
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