Mahmoud Yakubu
11 Mar
The United Nigerians in the Diaspora (UND) has announced plans for extensive street protests in major cities across the world, including Washington DC, New York, London, and various European and Asian cities. The diaspora group is demanding the immediate resignation of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmoud Yakubu, over alleged…
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YOUNG artists are often at the forefront of pushing artistic boundaries, exploring new mediums and techniques to accurately portray the complexity of their time. By reminiscing on their times, they are able to revisit cherished memories, relive moments of joy and happiness, and gain a deeper appreciation for the experiences that have shaped humanity. In…
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The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has debunked reports claiming that the scheme is advertising for job vacancies/recruitment. The NYSC refuted the recruitment report on Wednesday morning in a disclaimer on its official X handle, saying it is a scam. "The Management of National Youth Service Corps wishes to inform the general public of some…
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The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has expressed worry over the growing issue of container mismanagement in the country, which has led to significant losses for shipping companies and consignees. The Deputy Director of Monitoring and Enforcement at the NSC, Sarumi Jelili Adesina, revealed this at the 2024 yearly seminar for maritime journalists organised by First…
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Nigerian Ports Consultative Council (NPCC) has appealed to terminal operators and other key stakeholders to provide financial support to enable the council to fulfil its advisory objectives on port-related matters to boost the maritime sector’s growth. The Chairman of NPCC, Bolaji Sunmola, appealed during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Seaport Terminal Operators…
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Manchester City's struggles continued as Pep Guardiola's side remarkably blew a three-goal lead to draw 3-3 with Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday, while Bayern Munich beat Paris Saint-Germain to leave the French club in danger of elimination. There were also big wins for Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen, while Inter Milan…
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Industry stakeholders have called on the Federal Government to eliminate policy bottlenecks and reduce high import duties, operational fees and inefficiencies that hinder indigenous operators from competing globally in the shipping industry. The appeal was made during the second edition of the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) Annual Maritime Lecture, which was themed, ‘AfCFTA:…
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The Nigeria Marine Coast Guard Volunteer Service (NMCGVS) has called on President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to grant it formal recognition through a government gazette, enabling it to function effectively as a critical component of the country’s maritime emergency response framework. The Chief Commanding Officer of the NMCGVS, Captain Isaac Adamolekun, stated that…
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Reduction in the pump price of petroleum products in the country may remain a mirage despite the resumption of the long-awaited Port Harcourt Refinery as questions over the quality of the product and the emergence of competition between Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) dominate the market. After failing to come…
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ACTIVITIES of cyber criminals appear to be on the rise as hackers were able to steal about N53.4 billion from banks in nine months. FITC Fraud and Forgery reports for the first, second and third quarters of 2024 revealed this loss. According to FITC, while there was a minimal loss of N468.4 million in Q1,…
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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, said that some people want him to die. Obasanjo made this known during the commissioning of Old-Garage-Oke-Fia-Lameco Road by Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke. The former President, who dispelled the death speculation, wondered why anyone would want him dead, saying that anyone who thinks ill of him would not escape…