indigenous storyteller
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Performing artist and songwriter Lucky Uyi Osarobo, known by his stage name Luckey Jay, has carved out a unique space in Nigeria's music industry, describing himself as an "indigenous storyteller." Drawing inspiration from his environment and personal experiences, Luckey Jay's music is a reflection of the rich narratives that surround him. "I'm mostly influenced by…
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The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, among other stakeholders in the transport and logistics sector, has advocated the need for improved and efficient transport services in the country The experts said a well-planned society where transportation is taken seriously has options for citizens to travel either by road, rail, water, or air transportation.…
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Former Nigerian President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, Bayelsa State Governor, Sen. Douye Diri, and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara have indicated interest to attend the Pre-Summit Conference of the 1st Pan-Ijaw Economic Summit 2024. The Pre-Summit scheduled for the 17th and the 18th of October at the Banquet hall of the Bayelsa State House, Yenogoa preludes…
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The NDIC Managing Director, Bello Hassan, disclosed this at the 2024 Customer Service Week celebration in Abuja. He said the NDIC remains committed to making sure all depositors and stakeholders do not pose their funds at any failed banks, if at all there is any. “The NDIC also remains committed to fulfil its mandate and…