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Oborevwori Lifts Delta Oil Chief’s Suspension

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has lifted the suspension that was placed on the member, representing Ndokwa Ethnic nationality at the state’s Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Dr Charles Olise. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), DrKingsley Emu, in Asaba yesterday said the governor exercised the power as a new year gesture of...
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Nigeria’s Poverty Rate May Hit 62% by 2026, Says PwC

Nigeria’s poverty rate is projected to rise sharply to 62 per cent by 2026, with about 141 million people expected to be living below the poverty line, according to PwC. The projection is contained in PwC’s Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026, titled “Turning macroeconomic stability into sustainable growth.” The report notes that despite recent policy actions...
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West African Cinemas Record N15.6bn Box Office Revenue

Cinemas across West Africa on Wednesday announced they recorded an impressive performance in 2025, with total box office earnings reaching N15.6 billion from movies screened throughout the year. Data released by FilmOne Entertainment revealed that cinema attendance stood at about 2.79 million viewers, with audiences watching 248 new titles across 122 cinema locations within the...
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Imam, Yesufu Lead ADC Mobilisation, Membership Registration, Revalidation C’ttee

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has commenced repositioning for next year’s general elections with the inauguration of the Membership, Mobilization, Revalidation and Registration Committee. The 20-man committee is headed by Kashim Imam with human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu as Deputy. ADC National Chairman, Senator David Mark who inaugurated the committee on Wednesday, said it was...
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Fenerbahce Prepare Opening N62bn Bid For Ademola Lookman

Turkish giants Fenerbahce are moving closer to making a formal approach for Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman as they intensify efforts to bolster their attacking options during the January transfer window. Reports from Sport Mediaset journalist Orazio Accomando indicate that the Istanbul-based club are planning an initial proposal in the form of a paid loan valued...
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Tinubu: Ndigbo Will Correct Past Mistakes In 2027

Abia State leaders have assured that the Igbo will correct past mistakes in the 2027 elections and rally behind President Bola Tinubu’s administration. They made this pledge to Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu when he paid a New Year homage to a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Chris Adighije in Umuahia South Local...
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2025: Discos Generated N570bn In Q3 – NERC

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) yesterday said electricity distribution companies collected N570.25 billion in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting improved revenue performance across the power sector nationwide during the reporting period. It said the amount was collected from N706.61 billion billed to customers, indicating substantial recovery of revenues owed by electricity consumers nationwide...
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Skales Responds To Backlash Over Church Testimony

Nigerian singer Skales has broken his silence following criticism surrounding his recent testimony at Harvesters Church, admitting that his first response to the backlash was hasty while maintaining that his message was misunderstood. During his appearance at the church, the singer reflected on a turning point in his career, explaining that global attention brought by...
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