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As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR), Prudential Zenith Life Insurance (PZL) in collaboration with the Dorcas Cancer Foundation, has made a generous donation of One million naira to empower children battling childhood cancer at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). The donation was made on Saturday, February 15, 2025, when Prudential Zenith Life…
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Mogaji Wole Arisekola has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Haruna Maiyasin Katsina, the Sarkin Sasa Sardaunan Yamma, describing his demise as the end of an era for Nigeria. In a heartfelt tribute, Arisekola described the late Sarkin Sasa as an exceptional leader, a father figure to many, and a statesman who dedicated…
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No fewer than 990 new students were matriculated by the David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS), Uburu in Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi for the 2024/2025 academic session. said a total of 990 students have been admitted in the various departments and faculties of the institution in Prof. Jessy Uneke, Vice-Chancellor of…
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Mr Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has called on Muslim faithful to embody the spirit of the fasting season to show brotherly love and devotion to God. The former governor of Anambra made the call on Saturday in his 2025 Ramadan message to felicitate with faithful on his X…
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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has approved a grace of Ramadan fast period to enable intending pilgrims to register for the 2025 Hajj exercise. This is contained in a statement by the Chairman of the commission, Prof. Abdullahi Usman, on Saturday in Abuja, to mark the 2025 Ramadan fast. He congratulated the Muslim…
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Mr Chukwuma-Machukwu Ume, SAN, a former Attorney-General (A-G) and Commissioner for Justice of Imo, has called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the ongoing trial of Nnamdi Kanu, Leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Ume, who called for political solution in the matter, urged President Tinubu to use his good office…
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Some residents of Makurdi, the Benue capital have lamented over the acute scarcity of water in the metropolis. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that almost all the households in Makurdi that depend on wells for their daily water supplies had lost them to the drought. A cross section of residents, who spoke to…
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It was pomp and ceremony as the new executive members of Ndi Igbo Computer Village were inaugurated in Lagos on Friday. Speaking at the event, President of the organisation, Chief Chinedu Mbakwe, said the inauguration marked the end of a crisis ridden era and the beginning of an era that is full of hope and…
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As a move to tackle youth unemployment and foster vocational skills development, the Nnewi Youth Forum has initiated a program titled Nnewi Youth Sustainable Empowerment Scheme. The Founder, IYCON Foundation, Chief Ifeanyi Ekwulugwo, will be the benefactor and Anglican Diocese of Nnewi (ADON) Vocational and Technical Academy serving as tutor. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…
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The rate at which politicians and political office holders are defecting from one political party to another in recent times is alarming. The trend seems to call to question the place of ideology among the political class. From the Senate through the House of Representatives to state houses of assembly and even among party chieftains,…
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Rotary International District 9111 is set to host its yearly District Team Learning Seminar (DTLS) from Saturday, March 1 to Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Orchid Hotel, Lekki, Lagos. The seminar is designed to equip key Rotary leaders, including assistant governors, zonal coordinators, action champions, and committee chairmen, with the skills needed to effectively serve…
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In the fast rising and developing real estate sector of Nigeria, sound real estate education has become a need for every player in the sector and Fortreal Real Estate Academy is leading the movement to inspire, equip and train real estate practitioners to become more effective professionals as they serve their clients in the industry.…
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Ajeromi Ifelodun Local Government, has concluded arrangement to host its 8th yearly “The Mindset with the Vice Chairman Lucky Uduikhue”- a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of the local government, aimed at empowering youths with digital skill coming up tomorrow. This year, the Local Government is partnering with Willis Capital, WMarket and Willis University—Africa’s leading…
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Costume designer Paul Tazewell has etched his name in the history books, becoming the first Black man to win an Academy Award for Best Costume Design. The seasoned designer took home the award at the 97th Oscars on Sunday for his breathtaking work on ‘Wicked’. This win marks his first Oscar victory and…
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The Global Initiative for the Advancement of Africa (GIAA) has embarked on a four-day business delegation to Liberia, engaging key government officials and private sector leaders to explore investment opportunities. The delegation, comprising business leaders from Nigeria, met with senior Liberian officials, including Minister of Human Resources and Employee Relations Hon. Oretha Juah Bestman-Yates, Culture…
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is hoping the glamour of the Champions League can galvanise his injury-ravaged squad from their Premier League
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Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy takes on his former side Lille in the Champions League last 16 on Tuesday as seemingly
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Sean Baker’s Anora emerged as the most awarded film at the 97th Academy Awards, securing five Oscars across key categories. The independent drama tells the gripping story of a Brooklyn exotic dancer entangled with the son of a Russian oligarch. The film claimed Best Picture, solidifying its place as the most outstanding cinematic achievement of…
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Sean Baker’s Anora emerged as the most awarded film at the 97th Academy Awards, securing five Oscars across key categories. The independent drama tells the gripping story of a Brooklyn exotic dancer entangled with the son of a Russian oligarch. The film claimed Best Picture, solidifying its place as the most outstanding cinematic achievement of…
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The 97th Oscars took place on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood, with several stars taking home awards across different categories. Hosted by Conan O’Brien, the ceremony honoured the best in film over the past year, bringing together Hollywood’s finest for a night of celebration. Despite setbacks caused by the January wildfires that…
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Youths and community leaders in Itasa, Iwajowa Local Council, Oke-Ogun, Oyo State, have staged a peaceful protest against the alleged exploitation of the area’s natural resources by Architype Industries Nigeria Limited.