Ben Akabueze
18 Apr
Inflation in Nigeria is reaching its peak now and will decelerate toward the middle of the year, Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Ben Akabueze, has said.
3 Mar
There are indications that the proposed implementation of the report of the Presidential Committee on Restructuring and Rationalisation of Federal Government Parastatals, Commissions and Agencies may not be achieved within...
17 Jan
Experts have urged government, at all levels, to reduce and, in some cases, suspend taxes and levies imposed on businesses and manufacturers, adding that the taxes do not add much to government’s revenue but pose an enormous burden to entrepreneurs.
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Ondo state went to the polls earlier on Saturday to elect a governor, with the incumbent, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and his closest challenger, Agboola Ajayi, being the favourites. There were 16 other candidates on the ballot. The Independent National Electoral Commission is set to announce the official results from all the 18 local governments of the…
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Chidimma Adetshina, Nigeria’s shining star at the Miss Universe 2024 competition, has just penned a whirlwind of emotions leading to her monumental moment on her Instagram page. With grace and gratitude, she shared her journey, reminding Nigerians why she’s not just a queen but a beacon of resilience, one fit for the crown of Miss…
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The Miss Universe 2024 pageant unveiled a dazzling masterpiece, the Lumière de l’Infini crown, a true symbol of elegance, strength, and the timeless beauty of women. The one-of-a-kind crown, created by Filipino artisans, shines not just with jewels but with rich cultural heritage. The Lumière de l’Infini, or Light of Infinity, is more than just…
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday he would like to end the war with Russia next year through "diplomatic means". He spoke a day after saying he expected the conflict to end sooner than it would otherwise have done, once Donald Trump takes office in the United States next year. "For our part, we…
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At least five people were killed and dozens injured after a four-storey building collapsed in the centre of Tanzania's commercial capital Dar es Salaam on Saturday, rescuers said. The building in Kariakoo, the East African country's busiest market, caved in as people were shopping in the morning. Hundreds of rescuers using their bare hands, drills…
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A man apprehended by Chinese police for killing 35 people when he rammed his car into a crowd was formally placed under arrest on Saturday, state media said. The 62-year-old man surnamed Fan drove a small SUV into people exercising outside a sports complex in the southern city of Zhuhai on Monday, according to police.…
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French President Emmanuel Macron will stress the importance of international action on climate change at talks Saturday with his right-wing
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Harry Kane says England must be careful not to lose the positive team culture they have created as they prepare for their final match before the arrival of new manager Thomas Tuchel. Interim boss Lee Carsley takes charge for the final time on Sunday as the Euro 2024 runners-up look for victory against Ireland that…
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Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim, (APC- Ondo South) has described the conduct of the Ondo State governorship election as free, fair and credible. Ibrahim, addressed journalists on Saturday at Igbotako, Okitipupa Local Government Area, shortly after he performed his civic rights. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ibrahim cast his vote at Idogun unit 2,…