2 h. ago EDHIC Targets 500,000 Subscribers For Edo Heath Insurance Scheme

The administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has concluded plans to enrol over 500,000 new enrollees into the Edo State Health Insurance Scheme (EDHIS) before the end of this year. This was disclosed by the Director-General of EDHIS, Mrs Augusta Ikpea-Enaholo, at the medical outreach in commemoration of 100 days in office of […]

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6 h. ago Nigeria to witness first lunar crescent February 28 – NASRDA

The National Space Research and Development Agency has said that Nigeria would likely witness its first astronomical lunar crescent on February 28. The Director of Media and Corporate Communications of NASRDA, Dr Felix Ale, said this in a statement on Saturday. He said that the lunar crescent had been calculated to occur at 1:45 A.M. Read More

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8 h. ago Babangida’s book insightful journey on Nigeria’s political evolution – Fayemi

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s political history, following his attendance at the presentation of former military President Ibrahim Babangida’s autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’. Fayemi, a known pro-democracy activist, took to his LinkedIn account on Saturday to reflect on the significance of the memoir and its impact Read More

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11 h. ago Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week

The Defence Headquarters has disclosed a significant victory in the fight against terrorism, revealing that troops killed 82 terrorists and arrested 198 criminals across the country within a one-week period. According to Maj-Gen Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, troops also rescued 93 kidnap victims and recovered 86 high-calibre weapons and 2,040 assorted ammunition. […] The post Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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12 h. ago Nigeria’s industrial growth lies in harnessing natural gas, says Optimera Energy CEO

Audrey Joe-Ezigbo, Managing Director of Optimera Energy, has shared her perspective on how businesses can position themselves to thrive in read more Nigeria’s industrial growth lies in harnessing natural gas, says Optimera Energy CEO

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13 h. ago Safety Of Your Funds In Banks Guaranteed, NDIC Assures Depositors

Managing director and chief executive of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) Bello Hassan has assured that with strict regulations put in place by the corporation, depositors need not worry about the safety of their money in the country’s banks. He gave the assurance at the NDIC’s Special Day at the ongoing 46th edition of […]

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13 h. ago Again, NAFDAC uncovers two trucks loaded with fake, expired drugs in Onitsha market

Tribune Online Again, NAFDAC uncovers two trucks loaded with fake, expired drugs in Onitsha market The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC, has uncovered another two trucks of fake and expired drugs at the plumbing section of Onitsha market, Anambra State, in the ongoing war against fake, counterfeit, unregistered and expired drugs in the state. The new development was made known to Journalists by the Director […] Again, NAFDAC uncovers two trucks loaded with fake, expired drugs in Onitsha market Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Emefiele disowns forfeited assets, says property belong to relative

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has denied the ownership of some funds and property forfeited to the Federal Government on the order of the Federal High Court in Lagos. Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, and Read More

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14 h. ago Free Zones Taxes: Nigeria Risks Losing $200bn FDIs, 600,000 Jobs, NACCIMA Warns

Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has warned that Nigeria risks losing over $200 billion in foreign direct investments (FDI) from the country if the federal government’s implements the proposed tax reforms targeting tax imposition on Free Trade Zones (FTZs). The chamber also warned that the decision could jeopardise more […]

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15 h. ago My wife is indecent, dresses our son in ripped jeans —Husband

Tribune Online My wife is indecent, dresses our son in ripped jeans —Husband •He bought our son the jeans —Wife Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has dissolved the union between a couple, Idowu and Alake, on the account of no love, lack of care and irreconcilable differences. Idowu, who dragged his wife, Alake to court stated that their marriage failed as a result of the […] My wife is indecent, dresses our son in ripped jeans —Husband Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Consistent learning, analytical aptitude, are skills that played part in my success – Ede

Oscar Ede is a seasoned banker, financial expert, and manager with over 16 years of professional journey spanning financial institutions read more Consistent learning, analytical aptitude, are skills that played part in my success – Ede

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16 h. ago FG To Harness N33trn Revenue Potential In Livestock – Minister

The federal government has unveiled measures to rejig the livestock sector to harness its full potential and check wastages in the industry. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, who gave account of his stewardship yesterday in Abuja, said the ministry had begun the implementation of major reforms in the sector to harness its N33 […]

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17 h. ago INEC: We’ll conduct presidential, governorship, other polls in one day if NASS gives nod

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed readiness to conduct presidential, parliamentary and governorship elections in Nigeria on a single day if the National Assembly will enact a law endorsing it. INEC’s Director of Operation, Adigun Hakeem, made the disclosure in his remarks at a Policy Dialogue on Single Day […] The post INEC: We’ll conduct presidential, governorship, other polls in one day if NASS gives nod appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Delta govt demotes engineers over alleged fraud on road projects

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Delta State Government has demoted two engineers in the civil service of the state effective from January 1, 2024, for allegedly issuing certificates of job completion on road projects that were yet to be completed. Gabriel Evuarhere, one of the affected officers was demoted from his position as deputy director to […] The post Delta govt demotes engineers over alleged fraud on road projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Fubara, Daniel, George, Olubolade, Gani Adams, others for Freedom Online Lecture

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State will, on Thursday, deliver the sixth yearly lecture of Freedom Online newspaper in Lagos. A statement by the Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of the online newspaper, Gabriel Akinadewo, says while Fubara is the Special Guest Speaker, former Governor of Ogun State and Chairman, Senate Committee on Navy, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, is […] The post Fubara, Daniel, George, Olubolade, Gani Adams, others for Freedom Online Lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago My male fans fantasize about making me their woman – Chinenye Ulaegbu

By Rita Okoye   Enugu State-born actress, producer, filmmaker, and director, Chinenye Ulaegbu has conquered many facets of Nollywood.   Despite her versatility in the industry, the rising star has made it clear that there are certain lines she will never cross, no matter how enticing the offer is. In a recent chat with Saturday Sun, […] The post My male fans fantasize about making me their woman – Chinenye Ulaegbu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Nigeria can make $10bn annually, create 2m jobs through cotton production – Majekodunmi

By Remi Adefulu Ms. Ololade Majekodunmi, Managing Director, House of Dorcas Integrated Services (HDI), is one of the few young women making waves in the agric sector, cultivating over 10 hectares of cotton across five states. Majekodunmi, who holds a degree in fashion and sustainable textile design and an MBA from the University of West […] The post Nigeria can make $10bn annually, create 2m jobs through cotton production – Majekodunmi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Osun LG: Confusion reigns as court okays election, police withdraw

The Osun State Police Command and the state Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps may not be deploying operatives for today’s local government election, Saturday PUNCH has learnt. While the two security organisations did not officially confirm or deny their participation in the poll, top sources said security agencies were not directed to participate in Read More

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23 h. ago ‘Are we supposed to clap ?’ – Atedo Peterside dismisses IBB’s admission of Abiola’s ’93 victory

Atedo Peterside, the founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc, has publicly dismissed former military ruler Ibrahim Babangida’s recent acknowledgement of read more ‘Are we supposed to clap…?’ – Atedo Peterside dismisses IBB’s admission of Abiola’s ’93 victory

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