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Money laundering: Why I paid N5m upfront to SAN — Bobrisky
By Seyi Babalola Controversial crossdresser Bobrisky has stated in a newly released voice note that he paid N5 million upfront to a Senior Advocate of Nigeria to obtain a Federal Government pardon for money laundering charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Bobrisky claimed the SAN requested N10 million, but he …
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PENGASSAN urges more NNPCL stake in Dangote Refinery to strengthen energy security
By Chukwuma Umeorah The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has urged the Federal Government, through the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), to increase its stake in the Dangote Refinery to at least 45 percent from its current 7.2 percent equity. The union made this call during a press conference …
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Stakeholders blame exodus of firms on fuel subsidy removal
By Bimbola Oyesola, Stakeholders in the chemical sector, at the weekend, opened a can of worms, saying the current stifling economic situation in the country, occasioned by the harsh removal of fuel subsidy, has been forcing firms to relocate from Nigeria to other countries where the policy environment favours them. Two leaders in the sector, …
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UK Prime Minister overhauls apprenticeships to support opportunity
The United Kingdom government is boosting opportunities for young people through ambitious apprenticeship reforms in England. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson last week announced a new growth and skills levy, which will replace the existing apprenticeship levy and include new foundation apprenticeships. These new apprenticeships will give young people a …
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ILO launches new AI, digital economy online knowledge hub
By Bimbola Oyesola The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched an observatory on artificial intelligence (AI) and work in the digital economy. The online resource was created in recognition of the importance of the effects of AI on the world of work. It aims to be the world’s leading international knowledge hub on the …
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CNG: Lanre Shittu Motors partners NADDC, PiCNG on training, provision of tools for technicians
By Moses Akaigwe Lanre Shittu Motors (LSM), has partnered the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), as well as the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (PiCNG) in facilitating training for conversion of petrol vehicles to run on Compressed Natural Gas. The partnership also covered the provision of Special Service Tools (SST) for …
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Innoson begins delivery of CNG buses to FG
By Moses Akaigwe Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Ltd (IVM) has commenced the delivery of the compressed natural gas buses ordered by the Federal Government as part of the Presidential CNG Initiative designed to lessen the effect of the withdrawal of petrol subsidy on the masses. The delivery is coming about two weeks after the Federal …
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Kia EV9 wins Gold trophy at IDEA 2024 design awards
By Moses Akaigwe The Kia EV9 has won the highly coveted Gold trophy at the 2024 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) presented by the International Designers Society of America (IDSA). The prize marks Kia’s first Gold IDEA accolade and a clean sweep of the three most important global design awards for the brand following the …
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FRSC decorates Ogungbemide, ACMs, CCs with new ranks
By Moses Akaigwe The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has decorated the recently promoted Assistant Corps Marshals (CCMs) and Corps Commanders (CCs) with their ranks. Among those decorated with the rank of Assistant Corps Marshal by Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed is the Corps Public Education Officer, ACM Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni. The decoration ceremony was …
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CFAO Nigeria unveils CNG-powered King Long bus for sustainable transportation
By Moses Akaigwe In response to the rising cost of fuel and the growing demand for alternatives to petrol engines, CFAO Equipment Nigeria has introduced a compressed natural gas-powered bus, providing a sustainable and practical option for road transport operators. The introduction of the seven-metre King Long CNG bus is aimed at reducing the financial …
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Dino Melaye Acquitted In Six-Year Legal Battle With FG
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama on Monday acquitted former Kogi State Senator, Dino Melaye in the twelfth and final case against him by the Federal Government. After a lengthy six-year legal battle, Justice Sylvanus Oriji delivered the verdict and cleared Melaye of two charges of providing false information concerning an alleged…
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BREAKING: Lagos Assembly Suspends Alimosho LG Chairman
The Lagos State House of Assembly has handed down an indefinite suspension to the Chairman of the Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon. The suspension is with immediate effect. Sitting at plenary on Monday, October 7, the lawmakers resolved that the vice chairman of the council, Mr. Akinpelu Johnson, should take over the running of…
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Osun: Ayanleke Promises To Support Indigents, Artisans Of Ife North
A philanthropist and the founder of the Ayanleke forum in Ife North Local Government Area of Osun State, Alhaji Musa Ayanleke has reiterated his commitment to make lives more bearable and meaningful to the populace through his forum. Alh Ayanleke stated this at Ipetumodu during the official inauguration of the forum which its membership cut…
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Achimugu Bags USA Lifetime Presidential Achievement Award
Dr (Mrs) Aisha Achimugu, a Nigerian-born industrialist and Humanitarian bags President Biden’s Lifetime Achievement Award in Washington, DC. In the letter dated the 3rd of September, 2024. This incredible award honours and recognizes her lifelong commitment to building a stronger Nigeria through her service and impressive philanthropy to the masses via her NGO, Sam Empowerment…
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Tinubu Should Give Priority To Electricity Supply In Nigeria – Security Chieftain
As Nigerians continue to grapple with an unsteady power supply and rising electricity tariffs, security consultant and entrepreneur, Mr Matthew Ibadin has called on President Bola Tinubu to prioritize electricity supply across the country. He emphasized that without a stable power supply, industrialization and economic growth would remain a pipe dream. Speaking to journalists on…
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LG Polls: Rivers People Break Free From Oppression – Okpara
Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Austin Okpara has declared that the outcome of the Rivers State Local Government election signals the people’s desire to break free from oppression and dictatorship. Okpara, a chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the State, attributed the success of the October 5 Local Council elections…
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Bobrisky Embroiled In Fresh Controversy As VeryDarkMan Drops New Recording
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has found himself at the center of another scandal following the release of an alleged call recording. The recording, leaked by social media activist, Martins Otse (VeryDarkMan), on Monday, purportedly features Bobrisky admitting to not being in prison but rather in a well-furnished apartment near the…
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Construction Firm Appoints 9 Directors
G. Cappa Plc has appointed nine directors in compliance with a court order. The appointment was disclosed at the firm’s Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held in Lagos recently. The new directors are Mr Tayo Oyetibo, SAN; Mr Chimezie Ihekweazu, SAN; Mr D*** Akpolagha; Mr Georges Maroun; Mr Peter Adepeju; Mr Nonah Awoh and Mr Chadi…
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BBNaija S9: I’ll Make N100m Grand Prize Before Year Ends – Wanni
Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 9 runner-up, Wanni Danbaki, has boasted that she will make the N100 million grand prize of the show before the end of the year. The Disc Jockey who won a brand new car earlier last week from the Innoson task, made this remark during her last diary session with Biggie…
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Insurance Firm Gets EDs
Guinea Insurance Plc has appointed Mrs. Ogonna Offor-Orabueze and Mrs. Chioma Okigbo as executive director technical and independent non-executive director respectively. The Company Secretary, Chinenye Nwankwo, noted in a statement that the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has approved the appointments of the directors. It added that a notice of the appointments had been sent to…
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