Eghosa Imasuen
25 Feb
Some of Nigeria’s arts and culture journalists have collaborated to birth an anthology of short stories titled, Moonbeam. This ambitious project has found a home in Narrative Landscape Press (NLP) Ltd.
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The Chairman of BUA Group, Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu, has urged Nigerians to exercise patience with President Bola Tinubu despite the current harsh economic situation. Rabiu acknowledged that some of the reforms introduced by Tinubu's administration have been tough and painful but stressed their necessity for achieving long-term economic stability in Nigeria. “It’s true that some…
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Former U.S. President Barack Obama has once again thrilled music lovers with his yearly tradition of sharing his favourite tracks, unveiling his much-anticipated playlist for 2024 on Saturday. Taking to his verified X account, Obama showcased his broad musical taste with a mix of global sounds and genres. Among the standout names on the list…
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has dismissed media reports claiming that the recently re-streamed Old Port Harcourt Refinery has been shut down. NNPCL's spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, in a statement on Saturday, labelled the claims as “totally false” and emphasised that the refinery remains fully operational. According to NNPCL, recent inspections by former…
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Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, has said that football helps people stay away from bad things in Nigeria due to the love his compatriots have for the sport. Ndidi shared this during the ‘By Way of Africa’ series on NBCSports, where he discussed the impact of football in Nigeria and across the African continent, stressing…
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Despite the yearnings of Bing Crosby on the radio at this time of year, and 2023 technically being a white Christmas in the UK, it is “extremely unusual” according to the Met Office. Even with the rather generous definition of a white Christmas—one snowflake to be observed falling somewhere on December 25th— it is increasingly…
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Akinyemi Akinyinka, General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Service, has raised the alarm that hoodlums took advantage of the fire incident at the popular spare parts market “Iso Part” at Agodi in the state capital. Goods worth millions of naira and property were destroyed in the market during the fire outbreak. Akinyinka stated that…
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The Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria, comprising journalists from print, broadcast, and online platforms, has reelected Mojeed Alabi, Lead, Development Desk of The Premium Times, as chairman for another three-year term. The election took place on Thursday during the association’s annual general meeting at the International Press Centre, Ogba, Lagos State. Alabi expressed his gratitude…
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The wrestling world has been thrown into mourning as legendary luchador Rey Misterio Sr., born Miguel Ángel López Días, passed away at the age of 66. His death was confirmed by his son, El Hijo de Rey Misterio (Miguel Aarón López Hernández), who took to Facebook on Friday, December 20, to share the heartbreaking news.…
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In his small Freetown workshop, engineering student James Samba tinkered with batteries and electrical parts he hoped could help clean up Sierra Leone's polluting public transport system. Rush hour in the West African country's major cities is a frenetic medley of minibuses, mopeds, shared taxis and three-wheeled vehicles known as "kekehs" –- each spluttering toxic…
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The outgoing Customs Area Controller (CAC) of Tincan Island Command, Mr Dera Nnadi has attributed the N1.26 trillion revenue to the implementation of a 24-hour cargo clearance system, which includes weekend operations. Nnadi disclosed this during the handover ceremony to the newly appointed CAC of Tincan Island Customs Command in Lagos on Friday. According to…