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Clement Adesuyi Haastrup emerges new Owa Obokun of Ijesaland
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Prince Clement Adesuyi Haastrup of the Bilaro Oluodo Ruling House has been elected as the new Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland. Isaac Haastrup, spokesperson for the ruling house, confirmed the development in a Facebook post, announcing that Prince Haastrup, formerly the Looja of Ijesaland, has been chosen as the Owa Obokun Ajimoko III and Paramount Ruler…
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Smoking: NAFDAC refutes claims of approving ‘Lung Detox Tea’
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has refuted report of claims that it grant approval to Lung Detox Tea amid promoting smoking The Director-General/CEO, NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye in a statement on X stated that the agency has been drawn to a misleading video circulating on social media, alleging that it approved the registration of…
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NITDA, API release whitepaper on framework for Online Harms Protection Bill
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Advocacy for Policy and Innovation (API) have released a Whitepaper on the framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill in Nigeria. NITDA, in a statement issued on Thursday by its Director, Corporate Communications and Media Relations, Hadiza Umar, said the document was developed in collaboration with Advocacy for Policy and Innovation…
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LASG organises training for staff on mental health, general wellbeing
The Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment has organised a training session for its personnel on mental health and general well-being to reaffirm the Ministry’s mandate to create sustainable wealth for Lagos residents. Speaking at the two-day event held in Alausa, the Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Akinyemi Bankole Ajigbotafe stated that Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu’s administration…
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Kemi Badenoch stands by Nigeria comments after Shettima’s criticism
Kemi Badenoch has stood by her past comments about Nigeria, after the vice-president of the West African country accused her of denigrating it. A report by BBC stated that the Conservative Party leader, who was born in the UK but mostly raised in Nigeria, has repeatedly described growing up in fear and insecurity in a country plagued by corruption. On…
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Driving Innovation in Fintech: The Story of Safex Africa, by Ademola Ade
Introduction In the rapidly evolving world of fintech, Safex Africa is carving out a significant niche as a leading gift card trading platform in Nigeria. Founded in January 2023, Safex Africa has already achieved remarkable milestones, completing over ₦1 billion in transactions and serving a growing community of over 10,000 users. The founders of Safex Africa are passionate about using…
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German President, Steinmeier arrives Nigeria on official state visit
By Kunle Sanni German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Tuesday night arrived in Nigeria for a four-day official visit. He was welcomed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja by Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. Steinmeier also welcomed with a display of cultural dance. The visit, scheduled to run until December 12, 2024, includes a series…
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Ekiti magistrate court denies Farotimi bail, adjourns to Dec 20
The magistrate court sitting in Ado-Ekiti has denied the human rights activist, Dele Farotimi, bail. Farotimi was arraigned in court for allegedly defamation of the founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola. In his ruling, at the resumed sitting on Tuesday, the presiding magistrate, Abayomi Adeosun, adjourned the application of bail to December 20 after the counsel…
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NSC DG Olopade to grace 3rd Edition of Ogun Women Run
–says women in sports must be encouraged and supported to thrive The Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Honourable Bukola Olopade, has confirmed he will be attending the third edition of the Ogun Women Run. The event, organized by Brussels Sports Management Limited, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Hon. Olopade emphasized…
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Kano employs 70 lawyers to strengthen legal sector
The Kano State Government has employed 70 lawyers as part of its commitment to enhancing employment opportunities and strengthening the state’s legal sector. A statement on Friday by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Office of the Head of Civil Service, Aliyu Yusuf, said the initiative is aimed at improving service delivery within the Judiciary while addressing unemployment challenges in the…
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