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Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has yet extended warm congratulations to Nigeria’s men’s and women’s 4x100m relay teams for securing tickets to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games from the 2024 World Relays Championship in the Bahamas. The quartet of Udodi Onwuzuruike, Consider Ekanem, Alaba Akintola, and Karlington Anunagba delivered a stellar performance, […]
At least 12 people, including children, have been killed in twin bomb blasts that hit two camps for displaced people in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. According to government officials, the United Nations and an aid group, the explosions targeted the camps in Lac Vert and Mugunga, near the city of Goma, the capital […]
The Federal Government through the Corporate Affairs Commission has issued a two-month registration deadline to Point of Sales companies, to register their agents, merchants, and individuals with the commission in line with legal requirements and the directives of the Central Bank of Nigeria. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Fintechs and the Registrar-General […]
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has criticized the attitude of the members of the Rivers State House of Assembly towards his administration, saying the members will cease to exist as legislators if he so decides. He said the lawmakers are existing based on his recognition predicated on the Peace Accord initiated by President Bola Tinubu. […]
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, has urged judges to shun fear as they carry out their duties. He particularly tasked them not only to prioritise their integrity but also to remain steadfast in the face of daunting challenges by protecting and upholding the rule of law. Ariwoola, made the call at the […]
Prominent Kaduna-based Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has openly contradicted the federal government’s proclamation of victory over the Boko Haram insurgency. Sheikh Gumi declared that the ongoing struggle with Boko Haram stems from deep-rooted ideological differences, cautioning that despite military endeavors, the group’s extremist doctrine persists. During an appearance on the radio program […]
In a dazzling celebration of excellence, Eagle 102.5 FM emerged as a standout winner at the Ogun Business Summit and Awards 2023, clinching three prestigious accolades. Eagle 102.5 FM emerged as the Radio Station of the Year at the prestigious Ogun Business Summit and Awards 2023. The award ceremony recognized outstanding contributions to the broadcasting […]
The Ogun State Police Command, yesterday, warned against the use of fireworks, saying that any resident caught henceforth would be severely dealt with. The police, according to the statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola, disclosed that the warning became imperative following several complaints from residents of the state. The police explained further that […]
The Lagos State Government says it is partnering with The Netherlands through the Public-Private Partnership investment model to check the erosion ravaging coastal areas in the state. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Ekundayo Alebiosu, disclosed this at the weekend while receiving a trade delegation led by the Consular General of The Netherlands in Lagos, […]
The Aare Onakakanfo of Yoruba, Iba Gani Adams, has pledged his support for the administration of President Bola Tinubu, saying his Presidency represents a new chapter for Nigeria. Adams stated this in a congratulatory letter to the President on his recent victory at the Supreme Court, obtained by The newsmen yesterday. Noting that “Nigeria is […]
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