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Explain What Security Vote Is Doing In Finance Ministry

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has asked the state government to explain the purpose of the security vote approved by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for the Ministry of Finance. In a statement issued on Monday, Kennedy Peretei, the party’s publicity Secretary, said some provisions in Governor Aiyedatiwa’s 2025 budget are scandalous and need...
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Ministry pledges support for architects

The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigerian architects in shaping the country’s built environment. The Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, made this pledge during a meeting with the leadership of the Architect Registration Council of Nigeria in Abuja recently. Belgore acknowledged the vital role...
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Oladipupo Mourns Oba Adelekan, Alaperu Of Iperu

…Says he was a beacon of hope The Chairman of the Iperu Mini Stadium Committee, Otunba Denny Oladipupo has joined the sons and daughters of Iperu to mourn the passing and glorious transition of His Royal Highness, Oba Adeleke Adelekan, Idowu- Basibo, the Alaperu of Iperu Akesanland, Ogun State. Otunba Oladipupo in a Statement issued...
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Conservation foundation appoints new director

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation has announced the appointment of Adedamola Ogunsesan as the new Director of Technical Programmes, effective January 1, 2025. In a statement, the Foundation noted that Ogunsesan would lead NCF’s strategic conservation initiatives, driving impactful projects that align with the organisation’s mission to preserve Nigeria’s natural heritage and biodiversity. It stated, “Mr....
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Purple Mall unveils N80bn Lekki hub

A leading retail and real estate developer, Purple Group, has unveiled a mixed-use facility, PurpleLekki, valued at N80bn. The project follows the success of Purple Maryland (formerly Maryland Mall) and other ventures in the company’s expanding portfolio. Located on Freedom Way, Lekki Phase 1, the expansive facility spans 10,000 square meters of land, stretching up...
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Insecurity: Anambra Residents Set Agenda For New CP

Anambra State residents have asked the newly appointed Commissioner of Police Livingston Uru tuku to tackle the security challenges facing the state headlong. The immediate past Ohanaeze Ndigbo Vice President-General Damian Ogene said:”We expect the new Commissioner of Police to work in tandem with the Agunechemba Security Squad as well as other sister security organizations...
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Lasaco Assurance assets hit N30bn

The assets of Lasaco Assurance have risen to N30.47bn, while total liabilities amounted to N18.42bn at the close of the 2024 financial year. This was indicated in its unaudited financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with Nigerian Exchange Limited. The group also recorded a net investment result of N8.77bn, indicating a...
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FG begins 20-year mortgage financing at 12% interest

In a bid to address the housing deficit and create a more accessible and sustainable homeownership system, the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund has launched a 20-year mortgage financing scheme at a 12 per cent interest rate. The fund was designed to provide low-cost mortgage options, particularly for pension account holders, enabling...
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Comercio Partners projects naira drop to 1700/$

Investment company Comercio Partners has projected that the naira is expected to drop to about 1,700/$ at half-year. This was revealed during the presentation of its 2025 macroeconomic outlook titled ‘Looking Forward to the Future’ at its head office in Lagos on Friday. The naira has been strengthening in recent times, enabling businesses to plan....
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