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The federal government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has launched close to 11 key initiatives aimed at stimulating economic growth, assisting small businesses, and developing the skills of Nigerian youth. Among the initiatives launched by the president is the Nigeria Consumer Credit Scheme Loan. Tinubu's mission is to enable access to consumer credit to all…
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National Assembly lawmaker in the House of Representatives, representing Kachia/Kagarko Federal Constituency of Kaduna State, Gabriel Saleh Zock, has provided the sum of N100 million to empower 1,000 women and youths in his constituency as a business grant. Nine hundred of the women and youths, who were selected from the 22 wards that make up…
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Skiing in Lesotho: An African adventure under pressure mirrors Sharon Kadangwe. High in the wintry mountains of Lesotho, Sharon Kadangwe from Malawi is learning to ski on a strip of snow that runs down a dry, brown slope at southern Africa’s only ski resort. The experience It’s “exciting and scary,” the 29-year-old said, climbing down…
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POISED to help as many Lagos residents as possible in taking care of different health challenges, the Onome Omobolaji Obada Foundation (OOOF) last week partnered with the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on a one-week medical outreach which held at Military Hospital in Ikoyi, Lagos. According to the founder and convener, United Lagos and chairperson,…
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Under-fire Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag blamed his side's defending for a 2-1 defeat to Brighton on Saturday after Joao Pedro headed in a 95th minute winner. United looked to have snatched a point when Amad Diallo's deflected effort cancelled out Danny Welbeck's first half opener for Brighton. But Brazilian forward Pedro was given…
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The Anambra Government has banned all social events, weddings, shows and entertainment on public school premises. Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, the state's Commissioner for Education, made this known in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Ifeoma Agbaizu, in Awka on Saturday. Chuma-Udeh said the move was to protect school premises and infrastructure from being…
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The Kogi State Commissioner of Information, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, has debunked reports claiming that Governor Usman Ododo attended a meeting of the People Democratic Party (PDP) governors forum. Eyebrows were raised after pictures of Ododo and the PDP governors went viral on social media on Saturday, with some claiming that the Kogi State governor had…
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The federal government, through the Presidential CNG Initiative, is implementing a Commercial Vehicle Conversion Incentive Programme (CV-CIP) that provides for free conversion (labour inclusive) of union-registered vehicles in major cities where the conversion programme has been activated in Nigeria, as well as ride-share vehicles, from which operators can benefit from a 50% discount. Are you…
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Nourishing, hydrating, and revitalising, face masks are an essential part of any skincare routine. Cleansing face masks you can make at home target major skin concerns. These are hyperpigmentation, minimising pores, reducing redness, and combating acne. While worth every penny, store-bought face masks can quickly surpass your beauty budget. Fortunately, with ingredients found right in…
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Poised to assist as many Lagos residents as possible with various health challenges, the Onome Omobolaji Obada Foundation (OOOF) partnered with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on a one-week medical outreach at Military Hospital in Ikoyi, Lagos. According to the founder and convener, United Lagos and chairperson of OOOF, Votu Obada, the foundation was created…