Dependency
25 Mar
In a bid to bolster national self-reliance and diminish dependency on imported products, the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has highlighted plans for a comprehensive import substitution strategy, emphasising the need for domestic production to fortify the country's economic resilience.
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Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola’s debut cinema production, Queen Lateefah, has smashed records, grossing ₦350 million in just two months. The milestone places the film as the 7th highest-grossing Nollywood title of all time, cementing Toriola’s status as a rising force in the industry. This achievement builds on the movie's strong start when it grossed ₦150…
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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has described as ‘cheap blackmail’ the allegations by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) that the Nigerian Navy was frustrating the fight against crude oil theft. The Chairman of TSSNL, Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, made the allegation while hosting the National Leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Monday. Reacting…
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The Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) has started the tracking of 18 constituency projects valued at N47.3 billion across the three senatorial districts of Ondo State. Mr Andrew Osove, Assistant Chief Superintendent of Investigation in ICPC, Ondo office, made this known while speaking with the newsmen during the monitoring and tracking…
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With a president who owes his success to his mentor-turned-prime minister Ousmane Sonko, Senegal's political situation was unusual even before last weekend's snap parliamentary polls. Now, a projected legislative landslide masterminded by the highly influential and charismatic Sonko has amplified questions over what leadership role he should take in the West African country. Sonko propelled…
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A former Serbian government minister and 11 others were arrested Thursday over the deadly collapse of a train station roof three weeks ago, in which 15 people died. The tragedy in the northern city of Novi Sad has fuelled a wave of anger in the Balkan nation, with many blaming the deaths on rampant corruption…
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The Inclusive Friends Association (IFA), a leading non-profit organization committed to advancing the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities in Nigeria, on Thursday, reiterated the need for targeted digital literacy skills training for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). It also emphasized its dedication to fostering an inclusive society where digital literacy becomes a key pathway…
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The Lagos State Office of Public Defender (OPD) may represent the convicted kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike (alias Evans) charged with kidnapping, on Jan. 30, 2025, due to the absence of his counsel on several adjourned dates. Justice Adenike Cokers of Ikeja High Court, on Thursday asked the prosecution to ensure the presence of OPD at the…
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Bayern Munich's home clash with Augsburg on Friday kickstarts a crucial run of fixtures for the German giants, who are struggling under the weight of injuries in key positions. After Friday's match, Bayern host Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday, before a trip to Borussia Dortmund and a German Cup clash with Bayer…
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Wesley University, Ondo State, has stressed the need for an inclusive education system that accommodates all forms of students with disabilities. While stressing this during a press conference to herald the 13th convocation of the faith-based institution, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Obeka, disclosed that the university is the only tertiary institution across the country that…
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Adamu Ibrahim Umaru, 48, was on Thursday paraded by the zone 6 Police Command in Cross River over allegation of defiling and impregnating his 15-year old daughter. The zone 6 spokesperson, SP Nelson Okpabi told newsmen that the suspect was arrested on Friday, November 15 based on a petition by one Aisha, the victim’s aunt.…