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NBS reaffirms quality of statistical reports, announces changes to job survey methodology
The Statistician-General of the Federation (SGF)/Chief Executive, National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Mr. Semiu Adeniran, has reaffirmed the quality and reliability of statistical reports by the bureau, stating that all methodology aligns with global best practices. “We don’t just wake up at NBS to say we want to change the definition or methodology of unemployment on our own. Methodology is…
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Police derank officer, reprimand another over assault on members of public
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has ordered the demotion of one policeman and the severe reprimand of another following complaints and video evidence of assault, discreditable conduct, and incivility towards members of the public at Emouha, Rivers State. The incident was widely circulated on social media on Sunday 9th April, 2023. According to a statement from the Force Headquarters…
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Binani denies bribery allegations in Adamawa governorship election
Aisha ‘Binani’ Dahiru, the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State, has denied allegations of bribing an official of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This comes after the declaration of the March 18 poll as inconclusive over alleged irregularities, leading to a supplementary election on Saturday. The collation of election results was suspended until Sunday…
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AfDB reiterates support for energy security, transition in Africa
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has reiterated the importance of energy security and transition to economic development on the continent. Dr Adewumi Adesina, AfDB’s President, said this in a statement obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday. Adesina spoke during the international panel session with the theme: “Security versus Energy Transition – Global Perspectives for Sustainable Energy…
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Milan through to Champions league semi-final despite Osimhen’s late Napoli goal
Olivier Giroud missed a penalty then scored the crucial goal to send AC Milan into their first Champions League semi-final for 16 years, by beating Napoli 2-1 on aggregate. Milan arrived in southern Italy with a one-goal advantage and thought they had missed their best chance to double that lead when Giroud’s spot-kick was saved by Alex Meret just after…
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Ruthless Madrid win at Stamford Bridge, knock Chelsea out of Champions League
Chelsea’s hopes of salvaging success from a season of abject mediocrity were ended ruthlessly by Real Madrid as the holders advanced into the Champions League semi-final at Stamford Bridge. The Blues were always battling against the odds to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg in the Bernabeu and their cause was not helped by a familiar failing as…
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BREAKING: INEC declares PDP’s Fintiri winner of Adamawa governorship election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Adamawa State Governor and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Ahmadu Fintiri winner of the governorship election. The Returning Officer, Muhammed Melee, declared Fintiri winner on Tuesday after polling 430,861 votes to defeat his major opponent, Aishatu ‘Binani’ Dahiru of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who polled 398,788. In last Saturday’s rerun,…
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Decentralizing Nigeria’s power sector, By Oladayo Orolu
When President Muhammadu Buhari announced constitutional amendments that aim to decentralize the country’s power sector, it sent shock waves throughout the country as it brought up a rare opportunity to transform this long-suffering sector and make it fit for Africa’s largest and most populous country. Nigeria’s power sector has been struggling for decades with electricity policy enforcement, uncertainty in gas…
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BREAKING: INEC calls for prosecution of Adamawa REC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for the investigation and prosecution of its Adamawa State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Hudu Ari. This was contained in a statement released by the commission on Tuesday. According to the statement, INEC also said the collation of results in the state which was previously suspended would commence at a time determined by…
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Man City submit £300m plan to increase Etihad Stadium capacity to 60,000
Manchester City have submitted a planning application for a £300million expansion of Etihad Stadium. The club want to increase the current capacity of 53,400 to 60,000 by expanding the North Stand. Proposals include a sky bar overlooking the pitch and a stadium roof walk experience. A 3,000-capacity fan zone, new club shop and museum, and 400-bed hotel have also been…
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