Adebola Ibikunle
29 Jul
The push for clean energy has become more urgent as the world contends with climate change and environmental degradation. In 2023, global oil consumption was 196.43 exajoules, while renewable energy use rose to 90.23 exajoules, marking a 5% increase from the previous year. This shift underscores the need for effective strategies to support the growth…
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A songwriter and cultural ambassador Charles Mgba , popularly known as 'Bukwild Da Ikwerrian' has stressed on the importance of sustainable growth in the music industry through proper infrastructure. He emphasised that the music industry must continue to build solid support systems that allow creators to be fairly compensated for their work. “When you hear…
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Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has noted Nigeria’s solid mineral wealth as essential to economic diversification, job creation, and sustainable growth. He invited global investors to engage in partnerships that elevate Nigeria's mining landscape to international standards. The minister disclosed this in Abuja during a pre-event press briefing for the 9th edition…
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Popular Abuja event promoter and artiste’s manager, Mase Tersugh Daniel popularly known as Papie Tee has released beautiful pre-wedding images with his lovely wife, Gloria Happiness Denis ahead of their holy matrimony taking place later this month in Abuja, the nation's. The beautiful pictures released on social media have attracted several positive reactions, commendations and…
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All Progressives Congress (APC) says no amount of shenanigans from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will make it lose its focus on ensuring the success of its candidate, Lucky Ayedatiwa, in Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State. The APC Campaign Council spokesman, Mr. Banji Okunomo, stated this while addressing newsmen on Wednesday in Okitipupa. The…
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Auxerre central defender, Gabriel Osho has admitted that Nigeria is full of talented players even as he said to get called-up by Super Eagles interim coach, Austin Eguavoen is a great honour for him. Osho who was born and raised in Reading, England has finally joined Nigeria’s squad for the first time after an injury…
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The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee on the Investigation of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and FCT Muslim Pilgrims Board over the 2024 Hajj exercise has described the commission as "very dirty" due to the allegations of mismanagement of funds in the agency. This is as the lower chamber queried the Commission over…
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The National Examinations Council (NECO) says it has paid the allowances of all 72,138 examiners engaged as ad-hoc staff in the 2024 School-based Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). This is contained in a statement to newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday by the Acting Director, Information and Public Relations of NECO, Azeez Sani. Sani said the…
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Peter Gene Hernandez, better known as Bruno Mars, has just set a new Spotify record, soaring past 130 million monthly listeners! This incredible feat surpasses the previous high of 120 million, set by The Weeknd. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Bruno’s journey to stardom began with a love for music sparked in childhood. His…
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The Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) on Wednesday announced that 19 out of 38 directors shortlisted for Permanent Secretary positions in the Federal Civil Service failed the qualifying exam. The Federal Government commenced the selection process in October to fill Permanent Secretary roles across eight states with vacant positions.…
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Former Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Chief Nduese Essien, has advised the Federal Government to utilise the nearly completed Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Obong Atta International Airport in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, instead of constructing a new one. The ex-minister noted that the facility, which has been in development for…