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My next plan is to win a Grammy for ‘Best Artiste in Africa’ – Portable
In a chat with comedian and content creator Timi Agbaje, Portable said that he hopes to win a Grammy someday. To have reached the pinnacle of his career, Portable said…
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Naira Scarcity: Confront the ones you want to punish and quit torturing us – Kate Henshaw blasts CBN and Buhari
Following the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) new policy and the new note disbursement, Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has spoken out on the difficulties facing the country. Henshaw, outraged by…
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Tinubu donates N100 million to families of slain Katsina Vigilantes
Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the candidate for the presidency of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has donated N100 million to the families of the vigilantes slain by terrorists and all those…
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We’ll work for his victory – Buhari declares support for Tinubu; Court orders arrest of EFCC Chairman, Bawa | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
We’ll work for his victory – Buhari declares support for Tinubu Supreme Court restores Ahmad Lawan APC Senatorial candidate Yobe North APC postpones Oyo rally due to scarcity of new…
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EFCC arrests bank manager in Abuja for ‘hoarding N29m new notes’
The operations manager of a commercial bank in the federal capital territory was reportedly detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for hoarding N29 million of the new…
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Man City accused of breaching EPL financial rules, point deductions and heavy fines are possible penalties
On Monday, the Premier League accused Manchester City of breaking a number of financial regulations between 2009 and 2018, a period in which the club rose to prominence in English…
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At Least 1,300 Killed by Powerful Earthquake in Turkey and Syria
Hundreds of structures were destroyed and over 1,300 people were killed when a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit large sections of Turkey and Syria early on Monday. As rescuers continued…
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13 Parties threaten to withdraw from 2023 elections if CBN shifts new naira deadline
In response to the Central Bank of Nigeria's currency redesign strategy, "thirteen" of Nigeria's 18 political parties have vowed to sit out the next general elections on February 25 and…
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Grammy Awards 2023: Tems bags her first Grammy, Beyonce makes history, Viola Davis becomes an EGOT
The 2023 Grammys are over! All 91 awards were presented on Sunday, February 5 in downtown Los Angeles, beginning with the Grammy Premiere Ceremony at 3:30 p.m. ET and continuing…
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Naira redesign will boost economy, society – Peter Obi; IPOB alleges plot to assassinate Atiku in South East | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Naira redesign will boost economy, society - Peter Obi You’re a political prostitute - Keyamo tackles Dogara I’ll develop entertainment industry - Peter Obi replies El-Rufai IPOB alleges plot to…
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Buhari declares Tinubu the next President of Nigeria at APC rally in Nasarawa
The next president of Nigeria will be Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), according to President Muhammadu Buhari. On Saturday, Buhari praised the ex-governor of…
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Calling Peter Obi a Nollywood actor is demeaning to actors in Nollywood — AGN slams El-Rufai
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has criticized the governor of Kaduna, Nasir el-Rufai, for referring to Peter Obi as a "Nollywood actor." In a recent interview, the governor dismissed…
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VJ Adams surprises ‘fiancée’ Bimbo Ademoye on her 32nd birthday
VJ Adams, a Nigerian video jockey, stunned his girlfriend Bimbo Ademoye with an extravagant birthday present. For the actress's 32nd birthday today, VJ Adams threw her a small, private party.…
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Seyi Makinde deploys free ‘Omituntun’ transport buses to cushion the effect of fuel scarcity and naira shortage
On Friday night, the governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, ordered the deployment of free 'Omituntun' buses to mitigate the effects of the fuel shortage and currency crisis on state…
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Atiku blames Tinubu for new notes shortage; Nigerians need cash now – Osinbajo laments naira scarcity | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Atiku blames Tinubu for new notes shortage APC supporters clash at national secretariat We have no plans to extend Feb 10 deadline for old naira notes - CBN Tension in…
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Give me seven days to resolve new notes shortage – Buhari
On Friday, President Major General Muhammadu Buhari (ret.) pleaded with Nigerians to allow him seven days to fix the nationwide cash shortage caused by the Central Bank of Nigeria's decision…
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Court fines Oxlade N5m over leaked sex tape
In response to a leaked sex tape, a Lagos court has awarded singer Oxlade N5 million in damages. On Tuesday, Judge O. A. Oresanya of a high court in the…
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Tinubu promises to increase the length of university education from four to eight years
On Thursday, Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), vowed to increase the length of university education in Nigeria from the current four years to eight…
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Obi cannot win, all he will be is a Nollywood actor – El-Rufai; Pain caused by naira redesign temporary but necessary – FG | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Obi cannot win, all he will be is a Nollywood actor - El-Rufai Pain caused by naira redesign temporary but necessary - FG Don't use MC Oluomo to distribute Lagos…
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Attempted rape charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped
A case against Mason Greenwood, a football player for Manchester United, that included attempted rape and assault charges, has been dropped. The 21-year-old was taken into custody in January of…
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CBN orders banks to pay new naira notes over the counter — N20k maximum
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed commercial banks to begin providing the redesigned naira notes to customers over the counter. In a statement released on Thursday, the Central…
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CELEBRATING FOUR DECADES OF LIGHTING THE PATH OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: OOU KICKS OFF ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
After four decades of providing the best educational experience through excellence in teaching, research, and creative activities, Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), a state-owned University in Ogun state, is celebrating its…
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‘Don’t Disrespect Peter Obi’ – Nigerians react to Yul Edochie’s New Movie Trailer
People on the internet have responded to a new movie teaser featuring Nollywood actor Yul Edochie playing the role of Labour Party presidential contender Peter Obi. On Thursday, the actor…
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‘Serial entrepreneur’ selling new naira notes on social media arrested by ICPC
One Oluwadarasimi Emma has been detained for allegedly selling new naira notes on social media, according to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The ICPC's spokesperson,…
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I’m a frontrunner, won’t step down – Peter Obi tells Atiku; Wike slammed for failing to name preferred candidate | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
I’m a frontrunner, won’t step down – Peter Obi tells Atiku Wike slammed for failing to name preferred candidate Step down for Kwankwaso – NNPP tells Atiku Election riggers pushing…
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Beyoncé announces ‘Renaissance’ world tour
Grammy-winning American artist Beyoncé has finally confirmed the dates for her long-awaited "Renaissance" world tour. The Renaissance, Beyonce's seventh studio album, was released in July 2022. On Wednesday, the megastar…
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Don’t mind PDP, they cannot even provide electricity to roast boli – Tinubu
At a rally for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River state on Tuesday, APC presidential candidate Bola Tinubu criticized the country's foreign currency (FX) rate management system. The…
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Stop copying Asake’s style – Portable tells Seyi Vibez
Afrobeats wunderkind Seyi Vibez has been called out by Nigerian street music superstar Portable for allegedly ripping off the sound of Afrobeats legend Asake. On January 31st, 2023, Portable posted…
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Some elements in Aso Villa want APC to lose the elections – El-Rufai
The governor of Kaduna, Nasir el-Rufai, asserts that there are saboteurs in President Muhammadu Buhari's government who are seeking to undermine the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the polls. He…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
NBC fines TVC, for airing “hate speech and inflammatory comments”
The NBC has penalized TVC's parent company, Continental Broadcasting Services Limited, for broadcasting "hate speech and inflammatory comments." TVC was given two weeks from the date of the letter to…
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