Md Mehedi Hasan
15 Nov 2023
Ever heard of Md Mehedi Hasan? Maybe not, but you might know him by his cool nickname, Shovon Ahmed. He's not just any guy – he's the mastermind behind putting people in the spotlight on the internet. Let's dive into the story of how Md Mehedi Hasan is making waves online. So, this guy from…
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As part of his administration's effort to grow the state’s economy from $4.4bn to $30bn and ensure food security, tractors needed for farming in Enugu State will be produced locally before the end of the year, the governor of the state, Dr. Peter Mbah, has announced. The governor stated this when he received the newly…
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Prior to the advent of digital music streaming, Nigeria’s music industry was heavily reliant on traditional ways of music consumption - CDs, DVDs and cassette tapes - just as in other African countries. These traditional channels coupled with the privatization of radio and TV offered Nigerian artists and record labels avenues to distribute and disseminate…
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The Anambra State government has said it decided to outlaw and ban the activities of street corner iron mongers, popularly known as "iron condemned," because they are being used for crimes. These scavengers, who usually shout "iron kwandem" to announce their presence in any area, have allegedly been found deeply involved in criminal activities, including…
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Two factions of the Ogun State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held parallel local government congresses across the state's 20 local government areas on Saturday, September 14. The parallel congresses, which followed similar ward congresses held on August 31, 2024, saw two sets of executives emerge for all 18 available positions in each local government area.…
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An unconfirmed number of students of the University of Benin have been trapped in the rubbles of a three-storey building located on Ekhator Street in Ekosodin, which collapsed on Saturday. The building is said to have been a popular student residential area in Benin occupied by the students of the university. Eyewitnesses told the News…
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Ahead of the 2027 general elections in the country, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Governor of Adamawa State, Admiral Murtala Nyako, have begun talks that are expected to merge into a formidable structure that may unseat President Bola Tinubu in his second term in office. Sources close to the meeting between Atiku and Nyako…
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Troops under Sector 4 of Operation Whirl Punch have rescued 13 hostages and dislodged a bandits' hideout in a fierce gun battle in Kaduna State. The operation also led to the recovery of arms, ammunition, and other items. According to Samuel Aruwan, Overseeing Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, the troops stormed a kidnappers'…
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has listed six universities where its members are being “victimised, maltreated, and illegally dismissed” and resolved to go tough on the institutions. The Bauchi Zone of the Union, which comprises universities in Bauchi, Plateau, and Gombe, while briefing journalists at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, on…
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The Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has responded to concerns and misunderstandings regarding his recent interview with News Central TV. Writing on his X-handle, Obi stressed his unwavering commitment to addressing Nigeria's pressing issues, such as hunger, poverty, and insecurity, rather than engaging in political ambitions for the 2027…
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The Nigeria Shooting Sports Federation (NSSF), has called for a Public Private Partnership (PPP) to sponsor Nigeria Shooters and prepare them for Olympics and Commonwealth games. Mr. Olusoja Akomu, General Secretary of NSSF, made the call at the ongoing National Youth Games (NYG) on Friday in Asaba, Delta. Akomu said that it would require a…