Roses
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Marrz, the rising star known for his evocative lyrics and soul-stirring melodies, releases a new sound to all- “Roses”. The deeply emotional track is a tribute to everyone who has been a pillar of strength whether lovers, family members, friends, or mentors. With its reminiscent lyrics and in Marrz’s signature genre “Afrosoul” Marrz delivers “Roses”…
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The Presidency has rejected claims that the ongoing Tax Reform Bills, currently before the National Assembly, propose the scrapping of key government agencies such as Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) or that they will impoverish the northern region. The…
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Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have busted a child trafficking syndicate and rescued four children. According to a statement by the command's spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, the operation took place in the Rumukwachi community near Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. The rescued children who were lodges in a guest house and about to…
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The House of Representatives has revealed why it suspended the debate on the Tax Reform Bills scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, indefinitely. This was disclosed in a memo signed by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria. The suspension was informed by the need for further and broader consultations. The suspension of…
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The leadership of the Heavy Duty and Haulage Transport Association of Nigeria (HDHTAN), Kogi State, has alerted the public about the activities of people they described as miscreants impersonating HDHTAN and carrying out illegal taxation in the state. The chairman of the group in the state, Chukwuma Okechukwu Trust, who stated this during a press…
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In an extraordinary two-day unveiling, Glenfiddich introduced its latest masterpiece, the 31-Year-Old Grand Château; a single malt scotch