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Anniversary: AFAN advocates measures to safeguard farmers, farmlands
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, May 21, 2024 The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has urged the Federal Government to…
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Abia: INEC staff members hold prayer session over incessant deaths
By Leonard Okachie Umuahia, May 22, 2024 Members of staff of the Independent National Electoral Election (INEC) in Abia, on…
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Africa
Tinubu to attend Mahamat Deby’s inauguration as Chad’s President
President Bola Tinubu will on Thursday, May 23, depart Abuja for N’Djamena, the Republic of Chad, to attend the inauguration…
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Israel recalls envoys from Norway, Ireland over Palestine recognition; Spain to join in recognising Palestinian state
Tel Aviv/Oslo, May 22, 2024 Israel is recalling its ambassadors from Norway and Ireland following the European countries’ drive to…
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Otti consoles Army over death of soldier in Aba; Hails Commander, Brig. Gen. Diya for restraint
Umuahia. May 18 Abia Governor, Dr Alex Otti has commiserated with the Nigerian Army over the killing of a…
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Stop touting in Abia state, residents charge Otti
By Ijendu Iheaka Umuahia. May 21, 2024 Abia residents have charged Gov. Alex Otti to take strategic and decisive steps…
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Tell Tinubu, Ondo State is angry! By Bola BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533 What is politics? According to Professor Harold Lasswell, politics is “who gets what, when, how”. In…
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I assumed full governing responsibilities in February this year – Fubara.
On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara said that his full governance of the state began in…
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Obi pays solidarity visit to Abure, endorses newly elected NWC
…Urges unity, reconciliation. The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 General Election, Mr. Peter Obi, on…
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Business and Economy
Why we hiked Monetary Policy Rate to 26.25 per cent By Cardoso, CBN Governor (Full statement)
Full text of a statement read by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, after the meeting…
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Africa
Afreximbank announces launch of CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa
21 May 2024 Afreximbank has officially announced the launch of the CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa, a partnership between…
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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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