5 hours ago 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list

The London-based New African magazine on Friday released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year. Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman […] The post 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 hours ago Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala

Tribune Online Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed his reservations about President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills, asserting that they are not favorable to Northern states and could have far-reaching negative consequences. Speaking on Thursday during a meeting with the Christian community in Bauchi, Mohammed stated that the reforms are designed to benefit certain […] Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala Tribune Online

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23 hours ago Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old kidnapping and armed robbery suspect, Pablo Mamu, originally from Delta State but operating in communities within the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that operatives recovered a locally-made pistol, one 9mm live ammunition, eight […] The post Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 hours ago Nigerians killed regularly in S’Africa without justice – Community president

President of the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, Frank Onyewekelu, speaks with BIODN BUSARI on the recent killing of his compatriot among other issues facing Nigerian nationals in the country A Nigerian, Mr Julius Chukwunta, was recently killed in South Africa. Can you explain the circumstances surrounding his death? Mr Chukwunta was a Nigerian Read More

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11 hours ago Memorial lecture: Akeredolu, courageous leader who spoke truth to power – Aiyedatiwa

Tribune Online Memorial lecture: Akeredolu, courageous leader who spoke truth to power – Aiyedatiwa Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state on Friday, described the late governor of the state, Rotimi Akeredolu, as a courageous leader who spoke the truth to power and fought for the advancement of democracy and the rule of law. Aiyedatiwa who stated this during the maiden edition of the Akeredolu Leadership Lecture Series held at […] Memorial lecture: Akeredolu, courageous leader who spoke truth to power – Aiyedatiwa Tribune Online

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13 hours ago Shiba Inu Price Prediction: SHIB Bulls Shoot for $0.0001 in January, but Traders Have Their Eyes On This Penny Crypto

Shiba Inu is on the rise and is expected to reach $0.0001 by January 2025 and as it slowly pushes through the resistance levels, optimism grows among its loyal community. However, traders are beginning to shift their focus toward Rexas Finance, a rising penny crypto that’s generating buzz in the market. With its innovative features Read More

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14 hours ago Akeredolu: Family, friends, associates remember late gov one year after

Tribune Online Akeredolu: Family, friends, associates remember late gov one year after A year after the death of the late governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, friends, family, professionals, and political associates converged on his Owo country home to remember and celebrate him. This is just as the state government organised a lecture to commemorate Akeredolu’s demise at the International Event Centre, The Dome, in Akure, the […] Akeredolu: Family, friends, associates remember late gov one year after Tribune Online

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17 hours ago Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver

Tribune Online Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver Gunmen who abducted passengers in a commercial bus last week in Ekiti State have released their victims in a forest in Ondo State. It will be recalled that the kidnappers ambushed the bus on Sunday night at the Emure-Ekiti axis, abducting all passengers on board except two, who managed to escape during the ordeal. The […] Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver Tribune Online

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17 hours ago “One Arrested As NGO Website, Bank Account Hacked; ₦160m Missing” – VeryDarkMan Alleges

Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), a social media activist, has alleged that over ₦160 million was stolen from his NGO’s account due to a hacking incident. In an Instagram video shared on Friday, Otse detailed the situation, disclosing that the money had been transferred to an unidentified account. He also stated that one […] The post “One Arrested As NGO Website, Bank Account Hacked; ₦160m Missing” – VeryDarkMan Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 hours ago ‘Politicians will be proud of him,’ reactions as VeryDarkMan claims N180m NGO money stolen

Tribune Online ‘Politicians will be proud of him,’ reactions as VeryDarkMan claims N180m NGO money stolen Social media users have continued to react to the alleged diversion of funds from the NGO account of popular activist and social critic, VeryDarkMan. Tribune Online reports that the controversial figure, in an Instagram post on Monday, raised the alarm over the hacking of his NGO account, where N180 million was stolen. According to him, […] ‘Politicians will be proud of him,’ reactions as VeryDarkMan claims N180m NGO money stolen Tribune Online

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17 hours ago FULL LIST: Tinubu’s nephew, Dangote, Lookman, others make 100 most influential Africans in 2024

In 2024, Africa continues to make waves globally, with individuals from various sectors driving innovation, development, and progress. The New African magazine, in a press release on Friday, unveiled its list of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024, spotlighting individuals who have made significant impacts across politics, business, science, sports, and civil society. The Read More

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19 hours ago “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s tax policies, describing them as anti-north. Mohammed made this known during a meeting with the Christian community in Bauchi State at the Government House on Thursday. The Governor, who also chairs the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum, expressed concerns that the tax reform bills […] The post “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 hours ago Ondo AG Decries State Properties In Private Hands 1 Year After Akeredolu’s Death

  Ondo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, has raised an alarm over the alarming state of public properties in private hands, a year after the demise of the former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN. LEADERSHIP recalls that Arakunrin Akerdodulu died a year ago subsequent upon which the incumbent, Hon. Lucky […]

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21 hours ago Benue: Alia condemns attack on Anwase community, vows to get perpetrators

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has expressed deep sadness over the news of the unprovoked attacks on Anwase community in Kwande Local Government Area, where innocent residents were reportedly murdered. Recall that on Christmas day, December 25, 2024, herdsmen militia invaded and attacked Communities in Kwande, killed 11 persons, […] The post Benue: Alia condemns attack on Anwase community, vows to get perpetrators appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 hours ago Navy intercepts boat laden with 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Ondo

The Nigerian Navy, Forward Operating Base (FOB), Igbokoda, has intercepted a boat laden with about 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil at the Idiogba-Mahin coastline in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo. Commanding officer of the base Capt. Aliyu Usman,  made this known to journalists yesterday,during an assessment visit to the site. He said that […] The post Navy intercepts boat laden with 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Ondo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 hours ago TMC holds 31st National Islamic Training Programme, emphasises faith, unity

Tribune Online TMC holds 31st National Islamic Training Programme, emphasises faith, unity THE Muslim Congress (TMC) has held its 31st annual National Islamic Training Programme (NITP) across Nigeria, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. In South-West Region II, no fewer than 733 participants from Oyo, Osun, Kwara and Ondo states converged on SPED International Secondary School in Oyo, Oyo State, between December 20 and 23 for […] TMC holds 31st National Islamic Training Programme, emphasises faith, unity Tribune Online

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