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March, 2024

  • 19 March

    Sanwo-Olu, Anyaoku, Adebanjo, others demand new Nigerian Constitution  

    Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday joined former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku; Afenifere chieftain, Pa. Ayo Adebanjo, members of the National Assembly, former governors and eminent national leaders to demand a new Nigerian Constitution that would reflect true federalism and address the problems of the …

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  • 19 March

    US Rep, Oye Owolewa, hosts seminar on where to find Grants; How to prepare for success, Wednesday

    United States of America Representative for Washington D.C, Dr. Oye Owolewa, will host an important Seminar on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 6 pm to 8 pm at the R.I.S.E Demonstration Center, located at 2730 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE. The DC Capital Seminar, which will focus on Grants …

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  • 19 March

    How Nigeria can reach its potential – Anyaoku

    By Adeyemi Adeleye Lagos, March 18, 2024 A former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, says Nigeria is  still struggling to fulfil  its potential  as a  nation owing to lack of true federalism. Anyaoku spoke at the “National Dialogue on  the Constitutional Future of Nigeria” in honour of  the …

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  • 18 March

    Military releases pictures of killed personnel; Debunks claim of reprisal attacks on Okuama Community

    By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, March 18, 2024 The Nigerian Military has debunked claims that it has embarked on reprisal attacks on Okuama Community in Delta. Some members of the community had on Thursday ambushed and murdered the Commanding Officer of 181 Army Amphibious Battalion, two Majors, one Captain and 12 …

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  • 18 March

    Army accuses Okuama community of resorting to media propaganda; Assures, no reprisal

    By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, March 18, 2024 The Nigerian Army has accused Okuama Community in Delta of “resorting to media propaganda and shenanigans to divert attention from the gruesome killing of 16 officers and soldiers”. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Maj.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, …

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  • 18 March

    Energy Transition: Kyari joins global energy leaders at CERAWeek 2024

    The NNPC Ltd will be at the 2024 CERAWeek Conference scheduled to hold in Houston, United States from 18th to 22nd March 2024. GCEO, NNPC Ltd, Mr. Mele Kyari will headline the Plenary Session titled “Leadership Dialogue” on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024, at the annual strategic conference. Same day, NNPC …

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  • 18 March

    Heirs Holdings tells bold story of transformational investment in Africa, launches maiden television commercial showcasing impact.

    Heirs Holdings has launched its first-ever television commercial. The newly released television commercial (TVC) showcases the company’s diverse portfolio, spanning the power, energy, financial services, hospitality, real estate, healthcare and technology sectors while highlighting its commitment to driving positive change and sustainable development across Africa and beyond. With its compelling …

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  • 18 March

    UNDP promises to strengthen Aba Shoe Industry

      The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has expressed its readiness to strengthen the Aba Shoe Industry through its strategic programme aimed at introducing the use of technological advancements in shoe manufacturing. Miss Ahunna Eziakonwa, the Assistant Administrator of UNDP made this known on Monday during a meeting with the …

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  • 18 March

    Nigeria: A history of scandals By Lasisi Olagunju

    Monday, 18 March, 2024 On October 29, 1974, the Nigerian Ministry of Defence, through the Ministry of External Affairs, wrote to Nigerian missions and embassies abroad that it wanted to buy tonnes of cement to build barracks for its post-civil war armed forces of 200,000 officers and men. The Nigerian …

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  • 18 March

    St. Lucia receives $6 Million as Afreximbank makes historic first disbursement from Caribbean Office

    The facility will help in the infrastructure rehabilitation of St. Lucia, including 25 schools damaged during tropical storm Bret which affected the country in June 2023 CAIRO, Egypt The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has announced that it has successfully executed its first facility disbursement from its recently-established Caribbean Office …

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  • 18 March

    Dangote lauds Lagos Govt. on consumer rights advocacy

    …says, manufacturers must focus on consumers’ rights.  The Group Executive Director, Commercial Operations of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Hajia Fatima Aliko Dangote, on Friday lauded and congratulated the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) on the successful hosting of the 2024 World Consumer Rights Day, noting that consumers have the …

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  • 18 March

    NIMC, NCC partner on NIN-SIM linkage processes

    By Jessica Dogo Abuja, March 18, 2024 The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have partnered to enhance processes related to the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage. This is contained in a statement jointly signed by Dr Reuben Muoka, NCC Director Public Affairs and Ayodele Babalola, …

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  • 18 March

    At Polaris Bank IWD Webinar, Akinpelu, Nwakwesi, others advocate empowerment of women

    …as CEO, Kayode Lawal highlights indispensable contributions of women to societal progress, economic development Lagos, Nigeria: March 15, 2024 Polaris Bank’s International Women’s Day (IWD) webinar themed: ‘Empowering Voices: Women Leading Change,’ offered a dynamic platform for insightful conversations. The 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) theme “Inspire Inclusion,” recognizes that despite …

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  • 18 March

    Tinubu, beware the gathering clouds (2), By Hassan Gimba

    Last week, we read how the signs are not looking good for a nation like ours that wants to be reckoned with internationally. We concluded by asking the federal government to look at ways to reduce the cost of governance and the unimaginable take-home pay of political leaders and redirect …

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  • 18 March

    The emptiness of material possessions By Fr. Peter Iwuala

    The pursuit of material possessions can often lead to a sense of emptiness, as true fulfillment is rarely found in objects that lack intrinsic value or meaning. Although material possessions may offer momentary satisfaction, they frequently fall short of addressing deeper emotional or spiritual needs, leaving a void that is …

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