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IMF Confirms Return Of Petrol Subsidy Under Tinubu
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said the Nigerian government has, through the backdoor, resumed the payment of subsidies on the premium motor spirit (PMS), otherwise known as petrol. Recall that on May 29, 2023, during his swearing-in speech, President Bola Tinubu announced an end to petrol subsidy, triggering a…
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Tinubu deserves commendation for suspension of Betta Edu’s – Atiku
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has commended President Bola Tinubu on the suspension of the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu. In a statement by his Special Assistant, Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, on Tuesday, Atiku noted that the suspension of the minister…
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24 People That Will Likely Shape 2024
Each year comes with its prospects and challenges. And individuals, corporates, and institutions come into the new year with hope and expectation, as well as pain. Some overcome their pain and past, make a fresh start, and succeed in achieving their goals. Those who overcome and succeed shape the future.…
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My eight years relationship inspired ‘This is not you’ – LGBT filmmaker, Ogara
Following the anti-LGBT+ rights bill signed into law by former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan in 2014, potentially threatening queer existence in the nation, more LGBTQ+ creatives have continued to show up as best as they can, churning out content to remind the nation of their existence acknowledged or not.
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We have not declared Matawalle wanted – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has slammed claims of declaring former Governor of Zamfara state, Bello Matawalle wanted. A report from Tribune on Saturday claimed the former lawmaker had been declared wanted by EFCC over alleged corruption during his time in office. The report also stated that the…
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2023 BET award: Burna Boy, Asake, Tems, Ayra Starr, bag nominations
Nigerian acts Burna Boy, Tems and Ayra Starr, Asake have been nominated for the 2023 Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards. Burna Boy, was nominated for Best Male R&B/Pop Artist, Video Director of the Year, Viewer’s Choice, and Best International Act categories. Tems, was nominated for Best Female R&B/Pop Artiste, Best…
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Spotify to cut 200 staff working with podcasts
Swedish music streaming giant Spotify said Monday it will cut some 200 positions, equalling two percent of its workforce, as it slims down its internal podcast operations. The Sweden-based company said it had recently “embarked on the next phase of our podcast strategy,” and was moving to a “tailored approach…
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FULL TEXT: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s inaugural speech
President Bola Ahemed Tinubu, on Monday, delivered his inaugural address at Eagle Square, Abuja. The Oath of Office was administered by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Read full text below; My Fellow Citizens, ”I stand before you honoured to assume the sacred mandate you have given me. My love for…
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Skitmaker Nons Miraj unveils multi-million naira home
Nigerian skit maker and actor, Eleanya Chinonso Jennifer Ukah better known as Nons Miraj has acquired a new property. The award-winning skit maker reportedly splashed millions on a new mansion and has now unveiled the property to celebrate her birthday. Miraj, took to her IG page to share photos of…
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EFCC has re-arrested Instagram celebrity, Mompha
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday said social media celebrity, Ismaila (Mompha) Mustapha, charged with N6 billion in money laundering, had been re-arrested. The EFCC counsel, Suleiman Suleiman, told the Ikeja Special Offences Court that the prosecution, in collaboration with its international partners, had secured the arrest…