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Adebayo Accuses FG Of Disobeying Constitution

Leader and presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 elections, Adewole Adebayo, has decried what he described as the lawlessness of the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government. In a statement, Adebayo accused President Bola Tinubu of violating the Nigerian Constitution without consequence. He lamented the absence of checks and balances,...
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Anambra Police, Govt Unite To Tackle Crime

Following reports that some bars, restaurants, and hospitality businesses in Anambra State have become rendezvous points for criminals, a joint team comprising the Anambra State Police Command, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the Restaurant and Bar Owners Association has agreed to work together to flush out criminals in the sector. This collaborative effort...
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RMRDC, BOI partner to end N500bn onion losses

The Raw Materials Research and Development Council and the Bank of Industry have partnered to tackle the N500bn lost annually to post-harvest loss in the onion industry. Director-General of the RMRDC, Prof. Nnayelugo Ike-Muonso, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the Managing Director, BOI, Dr. Olasupo Olusi, in Lagos. In a statement, Ike-Muonso said...
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Group premieres documentary on African legacy

Chief Executive Officer of Accelerate Media Group Colette Otusheso, has premiered a six-part documentary, The Decolonisation of Africa, which she described as “a declaration” aimed at elevating African voices and history through authentic storytelling. The premiere, held at The Metropolitan Club in Lagos, attracted top dignitaries, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka...
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Stakeholders, port agencies partner to cut N2.5tn losses

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council and the Nigerian Ports Authority have called for stronger public-private collaboration to tackle chronic inefficiencies at the nation’s ports. This is as Nigeria seeks to unlock the estimated $3.4 tn market potential under the African Continental Free Trade Area. The Executive Secretary of the NSC, Dr Akutah Ukeyima, represented by the...
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Firm unveils new gaming platform

A bookmaker, Ogabet, has rebranded its sports betting platform, unveiling new features, bonuses and games. In a statement, the firm stated its rebranding is aimed at delivering what it describes as “the ultimate betting experience” for Nigerian punters. The firm revealed the revamped platform comes with incentives, including a 600 per cent welcome bonus, a...
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Shettima, Adesina Hail Construction Of SAPZ In Calabar

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the Federal Government was working hard to ensure food security. He gave the assurances yesterday in Calabar during the groundbreaking ceremony of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) in Adiabo, Calabar. According to him, the government is aware that the country has an advantage in the agricultural sector and...
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NRC suspends Warri-Itakpe service

The management of the Nigeria Railway Corporation has suspended train services to Warri-Itakpe for 72 hours effective. Thursday over a technical fault in the train’s engine. This was made known through a statement signed by the acting spokesperson of the corporation, Henrietta Eregare, and made available to our correspondent on Thursday. It will be recalled...
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