Felix Ekundayo
14 Nov
The Nigeria Liquefied and Compressed Gases Association (NLCGA) has successfully concluded its 14th Annual Conference and Exhibition in Lagos, where industry leaders, policymakers and stakeholders explored the transformative role of gas in Nigeria’s economic growth.
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With a monthly salary of $15, a teacher in Venezuela earns nowhere near enough to cover their basic food necessities, never mind rent or medicine. Many in the crisis-stricken South American country are forced to work multiple jobs, or pool their money with family. Thousands have emigrated in pursuit of greater financial stability. "For the…
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At least three people are dead and around 74 injured after the roof of a food court at a busy shopping center collapsed in northern Peru, authorities said Friday. "So far we have three deceased, two men and a woman," fire department Commander Gelqui Gomez said on America TV. The number injured had risen to…
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The chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, Hashim Abioye, has raised alarm that the commission's headquarters in Osogbo has been sealed up. He disclosed this while featuring on a live current affairs radio programme monitored on Saturday. Abioye expressed surprise that such step could be taken, claiming that despite the actions of the…
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The Vice-Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), Ibadan, Prof. Timothy Adejumo; the Head of Department of Mass Communication of the University, Dr Oluwaseyi Sanyaolu; another scholar in the department, Mrs. Vivien Akin-Morakinyo; a former General Manager of Inspiration FM, Ibadan, Mrs. Jadesola Ajibola and a Senior Correspondent with Arise News Television, Mr. Oba Adeoye, have…
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The United States proposed Friday a United Nations resolution on the Ukraine conflict that omitted any mention of Kyiv's territory occupied by Russia, diplomatic sources told AFP. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged UN members to approve the "simple, historic" resolution. Washington's proposal comes amid an intensifying feud between President Donald Trump and President Volodymyr…
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Produced by a visionary Nigerian company, Makemation is Africa’s first feature film on AI, starring Nollywood luminaries and helmed by Michael “Ama Psalmist” Akinrogunde. Set for worldwide release on 18 April 2025, the groundbreaking film blends technology, culture, and innovation. Makemation, a Nigerian artificial intelligence-themed feature film out is set for release in Lagos, Nigeria…
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Myanmar handed over more than 100 Chinese scam centre workers to be repatriated through Thailand on Saturday, the third batch in a major crackdown on the illegal operations. Hundreds of foreigners are expected to be sent home from scam compounds in Myanmar over the coming weeks, with the first two batches already flown out on…
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The Imo Government has read a riot act to hoteliers and operators of nightclubs to desist from enabling the use of hard drugs in their premises. This is contained in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to Gov. Hope Uzodinma on Narcotics and Illicit Drugs Monitoring, Chief Ezechukwu Obonna, made available to newsmen in…
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Pope Francis "rested well" during his eighth night in hospital, where the 88-year-old is being treated for double pneumonia, the Vatican said Saturday. Francis was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 with bronchitis, but it turned into pneumonia in both lungs, causing widespread alarm. The pontiff's doctors had told a press conference on…
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The police in Kogi have solicited for support from the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Alhaji Tijani Ahmed-Anaje, to combat crimes and other criminal offenses in the state. Mr Miller Dantawaye, the Commissioner of Police in the state, made the call when he visited the traditional ruler. Dantawaye was accompanied on the visit by the Assistant Inspector…