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Legal fireworks begin over APC nomination fee refund

A lawsuit filed against the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress by Sunny Moniedafe, one of the aspirants who participated in the March 26, 2022 National Convention, begins today (Monday). This was even as the party said it was aware of the delay in payment and the legal approach. The case will be entertained...
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Lobbyists angry against Tinubu for appointment snub — APC

The ruling All Progressives Congress has berated the opposition parties in the country for criticising President Bola Tinubu’s recent cabinet reshuffle. The National Publicity Director of the APC, Bala Ibrahim, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH. While emphasising that Tinubu deserved commendation for having the courage to take the bold decision to...
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FG plans tax overhaul to access $750m W’Bank loan

The Federal Government is pressing ahead with critical tax reforms not just to boost tax revenue and efficiency but also to meet the requirements for a $750m loan from the World Bank. This loan project is a part of the broader $2.25bn approved by the World Bank for Nigeria on June 13, 2024, to bolster...
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What is the purpose of acceptance fee?

The journey to securing admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions is becoming an increasingly challenging financial burden on many families. Education should be the cornerstone of technological advancement, industrialisation, and development in any forward-thinking economy. However, with the current economic hardships, the barriers for young Nigerians seeking higher education are mounting, and the financial strain on...
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Ballon d’Or: Special being only African, says Lookman

Nigeria and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman will carry Africa’s hopes as the continent’s sole representative at the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris on Monday (today), PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 27-year-old heads into the glamorous event in red-hot form after a spectacular performance in Atalanta’s 6-1 victory on Saturday, where he scored twice and...
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Group selects Nigeria for Japan-Africa trade

The African Diaspora Network Japan has referenced Nigeria as a prime location to bolster economic relations between Japan and Africa. It advocated that Japanese companies tap into the African market through the African Continental Free Trade Area. At the 2024 Osaka-Africa Business Forum in Japan and followed by The PUNCH virtually, with the theme, ‘Let’s...
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