Bello Kumo
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House of Representatives ad hoc committee probing the retirement of over 1,000 staff of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has read the riot act to the governor of the apex financial institution, Mr Yemi Cardoso, over his failure to honour its invitation.
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The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, SAN, on Friday inaugurated the remodeled E-Wing and E-Gate at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. Keyamo said that airport development was driven by collaborations and partnerships. He said that this had driven the partnership between the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN)…
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The Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) has commended the evolving dynamics in the energy sector, coupled with proactive government policies aimed at attracting investment into the oil and gas industry for national economic growth. It describes the efforts as beginning to yield tangible results. NAPE noted that its commendation is evidenced by Shell Nigeria…
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has denied allegations by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) that he owes outstanding payments for a land title, describing the inclusion of his name among defaulters as an error. Abbas, in a statement by his spokesman, Musa Krishi, said that he owns only one land…
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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has shut down eight rice shops and a warehouse in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. In a statement, NAFDAC accused the facilities of producing and distributing counterfeit rice, leading to the seizure of over 1,600 bags worth approximately ₦5 billion. The agency…
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has urged Nigerians to approach the new year with optimism and a focus on faith and hard work. She described the incoming year 2025 as one of hope, love and actualisation of Gods goodness in the nation. Tinubu said this while addressing newsmen at a special Christmas brunch for children at…
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Three Nigerians have made Forbes List of the most powerful, impactful and wealthiest Black Americans in 2024. They are Wemimo Abbey, Tope Awotona and Adebayo Ogunlesi, all based in the United States. Abbey, 32, is the Cofounder and Co-CEO, Esusu, a New York fintech startup that helps renters build their credit histories and scores by…
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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says Ben Chilwell and Carney Chukwuemeka are likely to be the first players who will want to leave the club due to a lack of game time as the January transfer window looms. Neither player has featured in the Premier League this season and their absence from Maresca's second-string selections in…
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Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has presented the 2025 appropriation bill to the state parliament, outlining a ₦540.37 billion budget focused on completing ongoing projects, initiating new developments, and strengthening social protection programmes. The Kwara State 2025 budget allocates 62.1% to capital expenditure and 37.9% to recurrent costs, underscoring a commitment to infrastructure development and…
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Mason Mount is facing another lengthy spell on the sidelines, compounding his misery during another stop-start season at Manchester United. The former Chelsea midfielder has been a peripheral figure since arriving at Old Trafford in July last year, struggling with a loss of form and persistent injury issues. The England international has played just 32…
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The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has extolled Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, for relaunching the Christmas discount market. The group described it as a thoughtful initiative aimed at providing affordable goods to residents during the festive season. National coordinator of the group, Emmanuel Onwubiko, in a statement, observed that the programme, which…