Obiora Obeagu
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The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has commenced the distribution of relief materials to victims of the recent flood disaster in the Ibi/Wukari Federal Constituency of Taraba State. Speaking at the handover ceremony at the AYA J Warehouse near the Deputy Governor's Office in Jalingo, Mrs Zubaida Umar, represented by Mr Giwa S. Kurutsi, reaffirmed…
19 mins ago
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has said the onus is on the Oyo State Government to respond to claims that a Shari'a court is scheduled to be inaugurated in the state. A flyer cited by our correspondent shows that the event is scheduled to be held on January 11, 2025, in Oyo, and it…
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A Mapo Grade A Customary Court in Ibadan has remanded four young women for alleged theft of several bottles of perfume valued at N2.4 million. The defendants are Oluwabukunmi Adesanya, Eunice Adeniyi, Rukayat Ajibola and Sarah Ajibode. They pleaded not guilty to a five-count charge bordering on conspiracy and theft preferred against them. The Court’s…
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The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has commiserated with President Bola Tinubu over the death of innocent Nigerians who died as a result of stampedes that occurred recently across the country. He also sent his condolences to the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, and the Governor…
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The Lagos State Government says it will celebrate the Badagry Heritage Festival on Dec. 27 at the theatre building in the ancient town. Mr. Bonu Solomon, the lawmaker representing Badagry Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly (LAHA), disclosed this during the celebration of Christmas on Monday in the town. The News Agency…
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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has said the display of a banner with the inscription 'Jesus Christ is not God' by the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos is frivolous. The banner went viral over the past few days after a photo of it was shared on social media by citizens who felt it was…
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Lagos came alive on December 23, 2024, as Olamide, the "Baddest" in the Nigerian music industry, headlined the Flytime Music Festival. The YBNL boss thrilled fans with an unforgettable night, delivering hit after hit from his catalogue of chart-topping anthems. The night was packed with memorable moments, starting with Olamide bringing CKay on stage for…
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The Moringa Production, Marketers and Farmers Welfare and Empowerment Association says its partnership with the Federal Government can generate N1 trillion by engaging 50 million unemployed citizens in moringa farming. Dr Michael Ashimashiga, Chairman of the association, made this submission at a news conference on Tuesday in Abuja. Ashimashiga said the said amount was achievable…
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Change is never easy, but it is often necessary. In 2024, Nigeria witnessed a series of reforms that underscored the power of determined and purposeful leadership. Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has redefined the tax sector in Nigeria. His efforts were not merely about adjusting policies; they were about reconstructing…
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Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has enjoined residents to be safety conscious to prevent any form of emergency or disaster. It, however, implored residents to call the state toll-free emergency numbers in case of any accident or emergency, saying that the operational officers are on the alert to intervene in any emergency and curtail…