Cecilia Bolaji Dada
16 May 2024
Lagos State Government has said that it will fully domesticate and implement the National Women's Economic Empowerment Policy, (WEE), as part of its strategic intervention to improve the lot of women and girls in the state.
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A Dutch drug trafficker who was one of Europe's most wanted criminals and once reportedly faked his own death has been murdered in Mexico, an official said Friday. Marco Ebben, 32, was shot on Thursday in Atizapan de Zaragoza, a municipality about 25 kilometers (15 miles) from the capital Mexico City. Experts confirmed Ebben's identity,…
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Nothing screams indulgence like a creamy, tropical smoothie that is refreshing and satisfying. This sweet treat, perfect as a dessert or a midday pick-me-up, combines the richness of coconut with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, crowned with a tangy strawberry topping to deliver pure bliss with every sip. Ingredients 2 ripe bananas 1 cup…
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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), on Saturday, called on President Bola Tinubu to strengthen support for the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu in enhancing the nation's security architecture. The student body alleged that some enemies of the state, and those thriving on instability and insecurity, were intensifying efforts to undermine Ribadu's work…
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The US Justice Department filed court papers Friday to dismiss a corruption case against New York Mayor Eric Adams, despite a barrage of resignations from prosecutors who refused to drop the charges. Adams, who pleaded not guilty in September to charges of fraud and bribery, has denied allegations he asked for the case to be…
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A former Super Eagles midfielder, Ayo Ogunlana, has passed away in Kaduna after a brief illness. Ogunlana, who played for Leventis United and Ranchers Bees, reportedly died on Friday morning following a brief illness. He was an influential member of Nigeria's silver-winning squad at Algiers '90 Africa Cup of Nations. Ogunlana was a master…
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The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called on the Nigerian National Assembly to investigate recent allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been funding terrorist organizations, including Boko Haram. The concerns stem from claims made by U.S. Congressman Scott Perry, who alleged that USAID may have financially supported Boko…
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The Yoruba Nimi Empowerment Foundation has described the passing of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a renowned Nigerian lawyer, politician, and activist, as a tremendous loss to the country. According to the President of the organisation, Olaseni Bokini, Pa Adebanjo’s contributions to Nigeria’s development will forever be remembered. Pa Adebanjo, who was born on April 10, 1928,…
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Speakers of the 36 State Houses of Assembly under the aegis of Nigeria's Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures have condemned what they alleged as external interferences in the Rivers and Lagos State Houses of Assembly crises, emphasising the importance of respecting legislative independence. This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end…
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Northern group under the aegis of the Association of Kebbi State Concerned Citizens, on Saturday, called on Governor Nasir Idris to continue implementing progressive policies that drive economic and social growth. They highlighted Idris administration's efforts in poverty alleviation, investment attraction, and security improvement, while encouraging public support for the governor's vision In a statement…
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An explosion at a shop in northern Laos killed four people including Chinese nationals, Beijing's consulate general in the country reported. The "blast" happened Friday at a Chinese store in Oudomxay province, the Chinese consulate in Luang Prabang said in a statement. The cause was under investigation, the consulate and local media reported. Three people…