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Design Week and the Lagos State Government have called for increased collaboration between the government and the private sector to fasttrack the country’s industrialisation. Founder of Design Week, Lagos, Titi Ogufere emphasised the urgent need for a united effort from government officials, policymakers, and financial institutions to invest in the next phase of Nigeria’s industrialisation,…
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The government of Jigawa, the third poorest state in Nigeria, spent the sum of 2,204,515,190.89 on SUVs, furniture for its government house, and construction of laundry and toilets at the presidential lodge, among others, in 2024. Other capital expenditures include the renovation of the governor's residence and the renovation of the G-9 guest house. The…
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An entrepreneur, Salisu Danjuma, from the Difa community in Yamaltu Deba Local Government Area of Gombe State, says he earns over N2.5 million annually from tomato cultivation during the season. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Difa, Danjuma described tomato farming as one of the most profitable…
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The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has stated that caution must be exercised against sacrificing the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, over unproven allegations. The frontline Yoruba group, which described Akpabio as a committed patriot, advised that the allegation should be thoroughly examined, particularly since the allegations were made after an act of discipline against Senator…
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The African Centre for Justice and Human Rights (ACJHR) has lauded Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara's resolve on the recent Supreme Court judgment, which he graciously accepted to implement after carefully reviewing its Certified True Copy (CTC). ACJHR, in a statement by its coordinator, commended the impressive state broadcast delivered by Governor Fubara on Sunday,…
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The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has stressed the importance of securing a good ending in life, stating that a greater tomorrow is vital for every individual. Speaking during the church’s monthly Thanksgiving Service at its Lagos headquarters on Sunday, which coincided with his 83rd birthday, Adeboye underscored…
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It is both shameful and appalling that despite the prolonged persecution of the Dasuki family—from the dethronement of Sultan of Sokoto
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The Court of Appeal in Abuja has granted leave to former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon and others to challenge the judgment of a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the Barewa Old Boys Association (BOBA)’s land dispute. The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Saad Abubakar III, who is also a member…
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Nigeria centre-back Calvin Bassey marked his first FA Cup match for Fulham by scoring as the Londoners eliminated holders Manchester United at the weekend. He headed past United and Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana just before half-time in a fifth-round tie at Old Trafford, which Fulham won on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Gambian Yankuba Minteh…
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The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) programme has empowered no fewer than 505 rice farmers and 504 tomato farmers in Kano. Dr Kabir Yusuf, National Programme Coordinator of SAPZ, said this in a statement on Monday following the ongoing Field Day activity in Kano. He stated that the activity…
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Winning an Oscar is the dream of every filmmaker, but what many people don’t know is that the golden statuette comes with a strict rule, winners can never sell it. The Oscar trophy, covered in 24-karat gold, may look priceless, but it’s actually worth around $400, The Economic Times stated in a report. However, it’s…