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Ibom Deep Sea Port project advances as Eno meets partners in Paris
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the Ibom Deep Sea Port Project following a high-level technical meeting with Africa Global Logistics (AGL) Group in Paris, France. The meeting, held on Friday, focused on reviewing the Technical Feasibility Report recently submitted by Worley Parsons and assessing the next steps required to move the project…
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Fela: Hunting our democracy — by Tahir Ibrahim-Tahir
The legendary afro-beat musician among his very numerous hit songs had this very instructive track released in 1986 called ‘teacher no teach me nonsense’. His songs were mostly satirical and this one was a masterpiece that ridiculed our education and our democracy. Do not forget the date of release, it was in 1986, exactly 40 years ago. His art aptly…
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NSC appoints Lekan Fatodu as president of Nigeria Aquatics Federation
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has appointed Hon. Lekan Fatodu as the president of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation as part of efforts to strengthen governance and accelerate the development of aquatic sports across the country. The appointment was announced on Friday by the Director-General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, who said the decision aligns with the commission’s ongoing reforms…
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Why attacking Yinka Alaseyori misses the point — by Olabode Opeseitan
Some friends sent me a link to a video shared by Adeola Fayehun, asking me to watch her admonition to gospel minister Yinka Alaseyori. After watching both the original clip and the reactions that followed, here is my reflection. I think we should be careful here. Yinka said God answers prayers. By attacking her, are we now suggesting that God…
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Overcoming Enugu’s water challenges — by Kelechi Deca
Sometime last week, I was discussing the issue of water supply in Enugu which from current reports has improved from where they were say few years ago even though distribution is still a major challenge. Enugu, unlike other cities in the South East, has a very unique topography, and the water crisis is largely geological because borehole drilling is difficult…
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Report: Iran supreme leader’s adviser says talks deadlocked over $24 billion and warns of wider war
A potential peace deal between the United States and Iran hinges on the Trump administration agreeing to release $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets, a top Iranian official told CNN on Friday, warning that the US would “enter into a dark corridor” should it resume fighting. “The negotiations are at a deadlock and (US President Donald) Trump must break this…
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Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast
Ukraine says it has struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories. The Ukrainian drone forces commander said the vessels were involved in “stealing” Ukrainian grain, as well as transferring military cargo and fuel. The strikes come a day after Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky offered face-to-face talks with Vladimir Putin…
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AGN Vice President Dayo Amusa condemns bullying of celebrities over national issues
By Folashade Olorunfemi – The National Vice President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) for the South-West zone, Dayo Amusa, has criticised what she described as the bullying of celebrities and entertainers over national issues, calling for unity among Nigerians during these sensitive times. The veteran actress and filmmaker made the remarks in a lengthy Instagram post on Friday,…
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Adeleke raises alarm over alleged plot to disrupt Osun motor parks
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has raised the alarm over an alleged plot by opposition elements to destabilise motor parks across the state. The governor, in a statement issued on Friday by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, claimed that intelligence reports indicated plans by some individuals to invade motor parks in various local government areas…
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Niniola reflects on husband’s influence, says he powered her music career
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Afro-pop singer Niniola Apata has revealed that her late husband, Michael Chiedu Ndika, played a key role in her rise to stardom, saying he devoted himself to supporting her music career. She made the disclosure while paying tribute to him at his Service of Songs on Thursday. News of Ndika’s death was announced by the singer…
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