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Nigerian Immigration: This is 2025, eLanding card is not an innovation, by Kelechi Deca
Every time I arrive in Nigeria, I will notice foreigners who were on the same flight with me, huddled at one end of the arrival hall, filling some forms, and scanning QR codes. It is time consuming, and also stressful for a passenger that has been in transit a whole day, or more. In recent times, this is being done…
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Kwara Assembly calls for temporary ban on fireworks amid festive season
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – The Kwara State House of Assembly has urged the State Government to impose a temporary ban on the sale, distribution, and use of knockouts and fireworks during the forthcoming festive season, citing their growing use by criminal elements to commit violent offences. The motion was moved by Seun Oguniyi, the lawmaker representing Ojomu/Balogun Constituency in…
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Mobile phone sector now major pillar of modern commerce – AMPAT president
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The National President of the Association of Mobile Phone and Allied Products Traders of Nigeria (AMPAT), Hon. Musa Mamsa, has described the mobile phone and allied products sector as one of the strongest pillars of modern commerce, driving communication, digital trade, financial inclusion, and security. Mamsa made the remark in Osogbo during the inauguration of…
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Day Segun changed Awo’s mind, by Rotimi Abe
As we still mourn the passing of Segun Awolowo, I recall how dear and close he was to his grandfather, the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo.As Private Secretary to Chief Awolowo, I remember that Papa had instructed me to be sending copies of the Nigerian Tribune and Sunday Tribune to Segun who was then studying for his A/Levels in Switzerland.…
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Nigeria kicks off 4th Africa Youth Games on winning note
Nigeria has begun its campaign at the 4th Africa Youth Games in Luanda, Angola, on a bright and promising note, recording early victories and securing qualification spots across events. The momentum around Team Nigeria received an additional boost with the arrival of the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, who landed in Luanda to motivate…
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‘My biggest political heat comes from Ikare’ – Senator Ipinsagba
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ondo North Senator, Pastor Jide Ipinsagba, has alleged that many of the harshest criticisms he receives in politics come from his hometown, Ikare Akoko. In a video shared by blogger Seun Aruwajoye, the senator expressed disappointment that despite being “a golden opportunity God gave Ikare Akoko,” he continues to face hostility from some residents. According to…
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Sanusi accuses political elite of sabotaging Nigeria’s progress
Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, has accused Nigeria’s political elite of deliberately undermining the country’s development by treating public office as a personal and family enterprise. Speaking in Lagos on Wednesday at the 15th anniversary of Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria, Sanusi said the political class has consistently missed — and at times intentionally ignored — opportunities to advance national…
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NEPC advocates structured operations in solid minerals sector for economic advancement
By Boye Oyeyemi – The federal government, through the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), has called on stakeholders in the solid minerals sector to formalise their operations as part of efforts to advance national development. The Chief Executive Officer of NEPC, Mrs Nonye Ayeni, made the call at the Strategic Programme on the Formalisation of Solid Minerals for Export Competitiveness…
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A response to the ADC Platform and Nasir El-Rufai’s recent claims, by Umar Nuhu
It is important to take a closer look at the newly formed African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition and the message being pushed by some of its key figures, especially Nasir El-Rufai, regarding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the current government. Healthy political opposition is necessary in any democracy. However, opposition must be based on facts, serious ideas, and a sincere…
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Residents march for justice over 2022 murder of young lady in Ekiti
By Boye Oyeyemi – Residents of Olorunsogo community in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, staged a remembrance march on Wednesday, calling for justice over the 2022 murder of Felicia Oluwadare. Speaking to newsmen, community leader Obembe Olanrewaju said Felicia, daughter of Mr Timothy and Mrs Folasade Oluwadare, was abducted alongside her mother on 21 November 2022 while travelling on the Lagos–Ibadan…
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