Election tribunal
22 Nov
The Edo State PDP Secretariat on Airport Road, Benin City, became a flashpoint of political tension on Thursday as armed thugs stormed the premises, vandalising property and allegedly targeting election petition documents. Eyewitnesses identified the attackers as being allegedly led by "Kapuepue," the younger brother of APC youth leader Tony Kabaka. Chanting war songs and…
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The Taraba State government has intensified its efforts to protect public health by launching a campaign to eradicate Noma disease, a devastating illness known as "the face of poverty." The programme, which was inaugurated in Jalingo, underscores the state's commitment to addressing the plight of vulnerable children affected by the neglected tropical disease (NTD). Speaking…
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As the global shift toward digital banking accelerates, especially in emerging markets, the demands placed on financial technology (fintech) platforms are changing. Modern users anticipate not only quick, secure transactions but a seamless, intuitive experience that allows them to easily manage their finances. For fintech companies, meeting these expectations means building resilient and scalable platforms.…
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Nollywood star Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, popularly called Omosexy, has shared her gratitude to God after a life-threatening health challenge nearly knocked her off her feet. The celebrated actress, aged 46, took to Instagram on Thursday, November 28, 2024, to recount how severe back pain, chest pain, and relentless vomiting landed her in the emergency…
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Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, was on Friday brought to the Federal High Court in Abuja for arraignment but without his lawyer
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A US-based Nigerian, Samson Omoniyi, is at risk of being slapped with a 20-year jail term for money laundering and internet fraud. An official website of the United States government, Office Of Public Affairs in the Department of Justice in a report on Wednesday, said Omoniyi is a member of a group of multi-state money…
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The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) may soon recommence the collection of the controversial $300 landing fee for helicopter
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United Bank for Africa (UBA) has signed an agreement to commence full banking operations in France. In a statement released late Thursday, the banking group described the landmark business cooperation agreement with the French Finance Minister, Antoine Armand, as part of President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to France. During the visit, UBA Group Chairman, Tony…
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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the release of over N5.3 billion to states and private tour operators as refunds for poorly rendered services to Nigerian pilgrims during the 2023 Hajj. Saudi Arabia refunded the amounts following genuine complaints raised by NAHCON over services paid for but poorly delivered during the pilgrimage.…
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Former Minister of Science and Technology and Chairman of the Geometric Power Group, Professor Bart Nnaji, says Nigeria's long wait