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Generator fumes choke 7 to death in Bayelsa
Seven young men lost their lives after allegedly inhaling fumes from a generator in music studio along Transformer road, in…
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Business and Economy
CBN raises interest rate by 150 basis points to 26.25% from 24.75%
By Kadiri Abdulrahman Abuja, May 21, 2024 The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has…
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UK Government’s MOBILIST programme underlines commitment to Nigeria’s Capital Market for sustainable development
Lagos, 21st May 2024 The UK Government is committed to supporting Nigeria to develop its thriving capital markets and sees…
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Africa
Liberia’s new President, Joseph Boakai, others confirm attendance at Africa Economic Summit 2024 in Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria – May 20, 2024 As anticipation builds for the Africa Economic Summit 2024, esteemed leaders including President Joseph…
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$647b of $831b international remittances made by migrants, says IOM
By Busayo Onijala Lagos, May 21, 2024 Migration is a crucial driver of economic resilience, growth and prosperity, Amy Pope,…
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Business and Economy
Transcorp Power Plc reports strong results post listing: N142 Billion revenue, N52.8 Billion PBT; Declares N23.46 Billion dividend
Lagos, May 20, 2024 Transcorp Power Plc, a subsidiary of Transnational Corporation Plc (Transcorp Group), announced impressive financial performance at…
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Africa
Afreximbank, MobiHealth sign agreement to drive digital healthcare solutions across Africa
By Okeoghene Akubuike Abuja, May 21, 2024 The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and MobiHealthCare Limited (MobiHealth) have signed a project…
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Akwa Ibom State launches agric-boost scheme, distributes farm inputs to local councils
No fewer than 12 Local Government Councils across the State have benefited from the Akwa Ibom State Government first batch…
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Music legend, Stevie Wonder, as citizen of Ghana
Iconic and globally celebrated American singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer, Stevie Wonder (born Stevland Hardaway Morris) was again, at the…
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DG NGF, Okauru, leaves lasting legacies as he bows out after 15 years
Asishana Bayo Okauru, the long-serving Director General (DG) of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), will be stepping down from his…
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Fury blames Ukraine war for defeat by Usyk, now first undisputed heavyweight Champion in 25 years
…. Rematch in October Tyson Fury suffered a split-decision points defeat against Oleksandr Usyk, who has made history by becoming…
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UN chief mourns Iranian President, Seyyed Raisi
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, May 20, 2024 UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has extended heartfelt condolences to the people and…
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Guardiola commits to Manchester City after sixth Premier League Title
Pep Guardiola has confirmed his intention to remain as Manchester City’s manager following their latest triumph, securing a fourth consecutive…
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Education
Peter Obi donates N10m to nursing school
Students of St Joseph Nursing School receiving Peter Obi By Chimezie Anaso Awka, May 2024 Mr. Peter Obi, presidential candidate…
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Business and Economy
UBA 75th Anniversary: GMD praises Elumelu
UBA management team at a news conference heralding the bank’s 75th Anniversary on Monday in Lagos By Rukayat Adeyemi Lagos,…
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Fubara’s matured jungle and Edan that cannot die By Festus Adedayo
May 19, 2024 Have you noticed that in the last two weeks, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State seems to…
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Kneeling for Imams of northern Nigeria By Lasisi Olagunju
Monday, 20 May, 2024 A minister suffered severe abuse and reprimand from the elites of the North last week because…
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Arts & Entertainment
IMO Women in Maritime Day: NIMASA celebrates Nigerian women stakeholders
The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, during the 2024 commemoration of…
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Iranian President Raisi dies after helicopter crash – Reports; Cabinet holds new emergency session
Tehran, May 20, 2024 All nine people on board Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s helicopter which crashed in the country’s North-West…
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Africa
Nigeria’s Adekeye emerges Chairperson, APPO Training Directors
Nigeria’s Folashade Adekeye has emerged as the Chairperson, Forum of the Directors of Oil & Gas Training & Vocational Education…
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ICAN, NGX honour Dangote Cement for excellence in corporate reporting
Dangote Cement has been honoured with the top prize at the inaugural Corporate Reporting Award, jointly organized by the Institute…
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Bonny Gas Transport Limited charters prototype eco-friendly newbuild vessel, AKTORAS
Bonny Gas Transport Limited (BGT), a subsidiary of Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), has chartered a newbuild vessel, AKTORAS, in a…
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Manchester City claim record fourth straight EPL title
Manchester (U.K), May 19, 2024 Phil Foden struck twice early on as Manchester City secured a historic fourth successive Premier…
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The scourge of rising inflation By Dakuku Peterside
An increasing number of Nigerians are being driven into poverty, not by choice, but by the current political and economic…
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