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Burkina Faso has suspended the BBC and Voice of America radio networks from broadcasting for a fortnight for airing a rights report accusing the army of attacks on civilians, authorities said.
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Janus-faced electricity distribution companies, their failure to timeously address reported faults, or implement effective solutions to glaring breaches, weak regulations, and zero penalties for infractions, among others, have jointly churned out fatalities in the power sector.
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Nigeria is still importing about 100 per cent of the needed 50 million litres of premium motor spirit (PMS) five months after the “technical completion” of the Port Harcourt refinery and one year after the commissioning of Dangote Refinery.
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The Lagos State Government has refuted claims that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced an increment in the minimum wage to N70,000. Lagos State Commissioner for Information, Gbenga Omotoso, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. Omotoso said the confusion arose following an event at the Governor's Office on Wednesday, where Sanwo-Olu unveiled "Eko Cares," a program…
News
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A High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has discharged and acquitted a traditional ruler, Kelvin Anugwo, over the killing of the late Divisional Police Officer of Ahoada East Division, Bako Angbashim. Also, acquitted alongside the monarch are 42 others standing trial over the crime. The accused persons were standing trial on a four-count charge…
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The Oyo State Government has announced total restrictions on vehicular movement tomorrow, Saturday, April 27th. Local government elections will be holding in all LGAs in the state. The curfew will be in place from 6 am hours to 4 pm, the state government said in a statement on Friday. The government added that only providers…
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Nestle on Thursday denied the allegations that it was applying of a "double standard" in the sugar content of its baby food products sold in poorer countries A report by Swiss NGO Public Eye accused the food giant of selling baby food with high added sugar content in low- and middle-income countries while offering sugar-free…
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Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has refuted allegations of using state funds to pay for his children's education. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chairman, Olanipekun Olukoyede, had claimed Bello withdrew $720,000 from government coffers for this purpose while he was still a governor. Bello reportedly signed a contract with the American International…
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed renowned banker and businessman, Jim Ovia, as the chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). Ovia's appointment was announced in a statement signed by Tinubu's spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, on Friday. "Ovia is the founder of one of Nigeria's leading banks and a respected business leader, with…
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A Kogi State High Court sitting in Lokoja has ordered the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, to appear in court on May 13, 2024, to show cause why an order of committal should not be made against him for allegedly disobeying court order.
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Chess master, Tunde Onakoya, has revealed that his father sold his taxi to pay his West African Examination Council (WAEC) fee. Onakoya who recently set a new Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon made this disclosure in a post on his X handle. "It was an incredibly painful sacrifice because this affected him…
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Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has said that the government would relocate a lot of correctional centres in order to create better space, security, and infrastructure. Tunji-Ojo said this when he visited Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre, where 119 inmates escaped after a rainstorm that damaged the facility on Wednesday. “This facility was built in…
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The Nigerian Government is in talks with a Russian consortium to revive the Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASCL). President Bola Tinubu's aide on media, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this on Friday in a statement. "Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has engaged a consortium led by the original developers of Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited…
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The number of people suffering acute food insecurity rose in 2023 for the fifth year in a row, according to a UN-led report. Conflicts, extreme weather and economic shocks are worsening the food crisis many people face.
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FG to integrate over 20% unbanked Nigerians into banking system says Shettima and more
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Private sector players are urging the Nigerian government to suspend the increase in electricity tariff for band A customers, citing the recent appreciation of the naira, a part of the determining factor for the tariff. Segun Ajayi-Kadir, Director General of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, joins CNBC Africa for this and more.
Sport
7 hours ago
Mauricio Pochettino said he and his struggling Chelsea players must use the final weeks of their dismal season to prove they deserve to stay at the club.
7 hours ago
Unai Emery has challenged Aston Villa to seize their "amazing" opportunity to qualify for the Champions League as they look to strengthen their grip on fourth place against Chelsea.
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Erik ten Hag said Friday he has a "lot of sympathy" for Marcus Rashford as the Manchester United manager demanded support for his misfiring forward.
10 hours ago
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has told Arne Slot he will be getting the "best job in the world" if the Feyenoord boss succeeds the German at Anfield.
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Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel said forward Serge Gnabry "will play and will score" in Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg at home to Real Madrid, but Leroy Sane's status for the match is in doubt.
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Deontay Wilder could finally be set to end what’s been a long wait to fight Anthony Joshua, and according to his agent, Shelly Finkel, is ‘hoping’ an offer to take on the British fighter will be made later in 2024 reports dailymail.co.uk.
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A High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has discharged and acquitted a traditional ruler, Kelvin Anugwo, over the killing of the late Divisional Police Officer of Ahoada East Division, Bako Angbashim. Also, acquitted alongside the monarch are 42 others standing trial over the crime. The accused persons were standing trial on a four-count charge…
2 hours ago
The Oyo State Government has announced total restrictions on vehicular movement tomorrow, Saturday, April 27th. Local government elections will be holding in all LGAs in the state. The curfew will be in place from 6 am hours to 4 pm, the state government said in a statement on Friday. The government added that only providers…
2 hours ago
Nestle on Thursday denied the allegations that it was applying of a "double standard" in the sugar content of its baby food products sold in poorer countries A report by Swiss NGO Public Eye accused the food giant of selling baby food with high added sugar content in low- and middle-income countries while offering sugar-free…
3 hours ago
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has refuted allegations of using state funds to pay for his children's education. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chairman, Olanipekun Olukoyede, had claimed Bello withdrew $720,000 from government coffers for this purpose while he was still a governor. Bello reportedly signed a contract with the American International…
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Editorial
18 hours ago
By securing the release of about 1000 Nigerians from kidnappers, and without paying ransom to their abductors, the Nigerian security authorities can afford to beat their chest on what they considered a commendable feat.
Features
19 hours ago
A popular cleric in Ilorin, Kwara State, Dr. Abdulquadri Sholagberu has called for the inclusion of entrepreneurship in the learnings of Arabic and Islamic studies.
Stories of The Week
18 Apr
Some Directors of agencies under the Ministry of Aviation who were recently relieved of their appointments have dragged the federal government to an industrial court. They said their appointments were statutory and should be allowed to finish their tenure The complainants in separate suits filed by their lawyer, Patrice Akwara prayed to be reinstated or…
19 Apr
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has warned newly-registered companies against paying certain fees to obtain tax identification number (TIN) amongst others. The management of CAC gave this warning in a statement on its X handle on Friday. CAC said it noticed email messages sent to directors of newly-registered companies. READ ALSO: CAC targets registration of…
20 Apr
Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has broken the world record for the longest chess marathon, playing nonstop for 60 hours in Times Square, New York. The previous world record was 56 hours, nine minutes, and 37 seconds by Norwegian duo Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad in 2018. READ ALSO:Tunde Onakoya sets new world record…
20 Apr
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State is on the verge of emerging as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the November 16 gubernatorial election in the state. Aiyedatiwa is seeking the ticket of the party alongside 15 other aspirants, which include Olusoji Ehinlanwo, Jimi Odimayo, Jimoh Ibrahim, and APC National Vice…
Business
12 hours ago
Copper prices rallied Friday above $10,000 per tonne for the first time in two years, propelled by soaring global demand and tight supplies.
15 hours ago
The Bank of Japan kept its ultra-low interest rates unchanged on Friday and stopped short of signalling another hike, pushing the yen to a fresh 34-year low against the dollar.
18 hours ago
Capital market operators in Nigeria have commended President Bola Tinubu for the appointment of Dr. Emomotimi Agama as the Director-General designate for the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Columnists
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Josiah Majebi is the fifth Chief Judge of Kogi State (in north-central Nigeria) in four years and the fourth to exist almost entirely in the pocket of the state governor. He has been in office as substantive Chief Judge since the beginning of February 2023
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We continue our serene trip in Professor Olu Obafemi’s Nigerian boat of public universities’ funding. The pudding we are being served is bewitching to tongues of all who are tasting it.
Guardian Life
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Nollywood veteran Ganiu Oyeyemi popularly known as Ogunjimi is dead. The sad news was announced by colleague, Kunle Afod on his Instagram page. The cause of his death has not been announced yet. "We tried our best but God loves you more. May his soul rest in peace, Baba Ogunjinmi. RIP Sun re oooo," Kunle…
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As we welcome the mango season in Nigeria, the excitement is often ruined by concerns about the widespread practice of chemically ripening mangoes. Read on to see a detailed guide on how to identify them and understand their potential health risks. Chemically ripened mangoes are often treated with artificial preservatives, including calcium carbide, to hasten…
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A growing body of research is shedding light on the disadvantages of ultra-processed foods on cardiovascular health. These foods, which include popular items like burgers, fries, and soft drinks, have been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a broad term used for conditions that affect the heart and blood…
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Afropop newcomer Larry Vibez is set to make his mark in the burgeoning Afrobeat music space as he unveils his highly anticipated EP “Diary of Vibez.” The project was released via Big Larry’s Record. The project is a well-orchestrated fusion of Afropop and Amapiano. The six-track project houses singles like ‘Stuckz,’ ‘Blessings,’ ‘Jolly,’ and the…
Technology
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The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PiCNG), a leading advocate for sustainable energy solutions, has announced the launch of the CNG Solutions Hackathon 2024. This event is set to be held today, April 24th at the Art Tech District in Abuja and aims to accelerate the widespread adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Nigeria.
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Professor Ganiyu Aderounmu of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, the Centre Leader of the World Bank Sponsored Africa Centre of Excellence, Obafemi Awolowo University ICT-Driven Knowledge Park (OAK-Park),
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Due to popular demand, Founders Connect Live returns for an even more electrifying event on Saturday, May 25, 2024. In partnership with Africhange, this highly anticipated event promises to be a convergence of entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, creators, and tech talents who will come together for an exciting day of invaluable networking, thought-provoking conversations, and innovative…
17 Apr
In response to the escalating threat landscape posed by Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) and other cyber-attacks, a Nigerian pan-African Bank has forged a strategic alliance with Cybervergent, a technology company providing automated cybersecurity solutions.
17 Apr
Networking and security firm, Array Networks, is collaborating with Mitsumi Distribution, one of the largest in both Volume and Value Business distributors in Nigeria.
17 Apr
Coderina Education and Technology Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with FCT Department of Science, Technology and Innovation to leverage technology as an enabler for inclusivity and empowerment.