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In this difficult marriage, Democrats must love Biden By Azu Ishiekwene
The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump on July 13 at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania has sucked the…
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CBN approves sale of forex to BDCs to meet demand for invisible transactions
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the sales of foreign exchange (FX) to eligible Bureau De Change (BDCs)…
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Contributory Pension Scheme and government as renegade? By Obike Ukoh
When the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) came into force via the Pension Reform Act (PRA), 2004, it was hailed by…
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N70,000 minimum wage: How Tinubu convinced labour leaders
By Salif AtojokoAbuja, July 18, 2024 President Bola Tinubu on Thursday increased the Federal Government’s offer on the national minimum wage…
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Lagos unveils comprehensive plans to enhance waste management
The Lagos State Government has unveiled comprehensive plans to enhance waste management through innovative solutions, including the establishment of waste-to-energy…
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SDP woos sacked Senate Chief Whip, Ndume
By Emmanuel Oloniruha Abuja, July 18, 2024 The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has invited the just removed Majority Chief Whip…
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Health
Lagos denies re-introducing monthly environmental sanitation
The Lagos State Government has officially denied the re-introduction of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, which was rumored to begin…
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Business and Economy
Ex-agitators mobilise for ‘mother-of-all protests’ against East-West road neglect
Ex-agitators in the Niger Delta region are gearing up for a massive protest against the Minister of Works, Chief Dave…
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Local
What rules govern the public space? By Bola BOLAWOLE (Wale Olajire Ajao)
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533 In “Finding long-lasting solutions to Nigeria’s woes” published on 11 June, 2024, I commented on a…
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Police officer feared killed as gunmen attack Okpebholo, Shaibu convoy in Benin
By Usman Aliyu Benin, July 18, 2024 Gunmen on Thursday in Benin attacked the convoy of the Governorship Candidate of…
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Tax: NLNG says $27.5 million to FIRS is amicable out-of-court settlement between parties
The management of Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has clarified recent reports that gave the impression that a Tax Appeal Tribunal…
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Arts & Entertainment
Ijaw Diaspora Council writes Tinubu on appointment of Mrs. Walson-Jack as Head of Civil Service
The Ijaw Diaspora Council (IDC) has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his appointment of Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, as…
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Africa
Defend Africa, extend sustainable upliftment to our people – Tinubu tell African Ministers of Solid Minerals
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Abuja asked African leaders in the solid minerals sector to be patriotic and proactive…
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Ndume: Speaking truth to power now a crime in Nigeria – Labour Party
…. APC government manifesting dictatorial tendencies The leadership of the Labour Party (LP) has condemned the removal of Senator Ali…
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Obi @63 on Friday: ‘Celebrate me by channelling resources to the poor and needy’
The Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi will be 63 years old on…
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Health
Alleged $6bn fraud: Court dismisses Agunloye’s request for overseas medical trip
Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Apo, Abuja on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 dismissed an application filed by the former Minister…
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Labour Party Diaspora mourns Reps Ekene Adams
The Labour Party (LP) Diaspora community has expressed deep sadness over the untimely passing of its party’s lawmaker, Ekene Abubakar…
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Omatseye: A psalm of deception By Paul Ibe
In stagecraft, ventriloquism stands out as one of the most entertaining and yet peculiar types of comedic performances. A lifeless…
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Health
US President Biden tests positive for COVID while on campaign trip to Las Vegas
United States of America (USA) President, Joe Biden, has tested positive to COVID-19 while on a campaign trip to Las…
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Edo govt appeals reinstatement of Shaibu as deputy governor; Orbih, Ojezua congratulate him
By Nefishetu Yakubu Benin, July 17,2024 Edo Government says it has appealed the judgment of a Federal High Court, which…
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Court dismisses suit seeking to void Akpata’s nomination as Edo LP governorship candidate
By Taiye Agbaje Abuja, July 17, 2024 A Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, dismissed a suit seeking to…
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UAE commits to deepen diaspora relations with Nigeria
ABUJA, JULY 17, 2024 Following the removal of the visa ban by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Nigeria, Hon.…
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Abia Govt. confirms resignation of 2 Commissioners
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, July 17 ,2024 The Abia Government has confirmed the resignation of the Commissioner for Science and…
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Dangote commends NUPRC for publishing Domestic Crude Supply Obligation Guidelines
.…Says local price will continue to increase because Trading arms offer cargoes at $2-$4 per barrel, above NUPRC official price…
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PDP Govs, others vow support for Fubara, resolution of Rivers political crisis
•Lament state of economy, seek credible elections Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors, Board of Trustees, National Working Committee and other…
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