Month: February 2024

Become “Verve Aware” to make easy online payments

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Become “Verve Aware” to make easy online payments Enter a world of sweetness and ease with Verve, the revolutionary digital payment solution! It’s time to use your Verve Card to live the good life and add a little enchantment to your transactions! Envision a society in which completing payments online is not only simple but fashionable as well! Imagine yourself using Verve to effortlessly swipe to binge-watch your favorite Netflix and Prime Video episodes, dance to the music on Spotify, pay for subscriptions on Google Play, or even run advertising…

FG declares it intends to open borders to allow cheaper cement imports

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FG declares it intends to open borders to allow cheaper cement imports The government is concerned that rising costs for basic building supplies would drive up home prices. If cement producers are unable to lower the price of their products, the federal government threatens to open the borders to cement imports. During a meeting with manufacturers of cement and building materials on Tuesday in Abuja, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, issued the threat. The conference was called to discuss the sharp rise in cement prices across…

Senate Moves To Investigate Cement Producers Over Hike In Prices

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Senate Moves To Investigate Cement Producers Over Hike In Prices The Nigerian Senate has decided to investigate the disturbing rise in the cost of cement and other construction materials across the nation. In a plenary session held on Wednesday, February 21, the Red Chamber expressed its intention to conduct the probe in order to identify a resolution to the issue. The decision was made following a point of order raised by Lola Ashiru, the deputy senate leader, regarding the urgent necessity to tackle the surge in cement prices and other…

Tinubu’s Govt Set To Restart Direct Cash Transfers To 12 Million Nigerians

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Tinubu’s Govt Set To Restart Direct Cash Transfers To 12 Million Nigerians The Nigerian Federal Government has announced its intention to resume providing direct cash transfers to the most impoverished and vulnerable citizens. Currently, around three million individuals benefit from these programs. However, with the rising cost of living, the government estimates that an additional 12 million households may become eligible for these direct payments. During the Ministry’s retreat yesterday in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the incumbent government’s…

APC Removes Uzodimma, Names Otu As Chairman Of Fresh Edo Guber Primary Election

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APC Removes Uzodimma, Names Otu As Chairman Of Fresh Edo Guber Primary Election Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has been replaced as the chairman of the Edo State Primary election committee by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC). A few days ago, under Uzodimma’s leadership, the committee faced controversy when it produced three different candidates – Dennis Idahosa, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and Anamero Sunday Dekeri – for the upcoming Edo governorship election scheduled for September 21. In response to the controversy, the ruling party’s…

‘Give Tinubu More Time To Get Things Right’ – Ex-Head Of State, Gowon Urges Nigerians

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‘Give Tinubu More Time To Get Things Right’ – Ex-Head Of State, Gowon Urges Nigerians Nigeria’s former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (Retd.), has called on Nigerians to exercise patience with President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a recent interview with State House correspondents, Gowon emphasized that it is premature to expect flawless outcomes at this stage. The meeting between Gowon and Tinubu focused on peace and security matters within the West African sub-region. When asked about his advice to the President regarding the current national circumstances, Gowon acknowledged the…

Court Frees Rivers APC Chieftain Of Terrorism Charge, Others

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Court Frees Rivers APC Chieftain Of Terrorism Charge, Others A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Deputy Chairman of Youth Movement in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, Chief Fubara Ohaka, has been discharged and acquitted by a Federal High Court in Port Harcourt. The court found Ohaka not guilty of the charges filed against him by the Federal government. The APC chieftain had been facing trial on six counts, including alleged involvement in illegal oil bunkering, terrorism, dealing in illegal refining products without a license, and…

Defamation: Ex-CBN Gov, Emefiele Threatens Akpabio With N25 Billion Lawsuit

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Defamation: Ex-CBN Gov, Emefiele Threatens Akpabio With N25 Billion Lawsuit The immediate past Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has threatened to take legal action against Senate President Godswill Akpabio for defamation. Emefiele’s legal team has stated that if an apology is not issued, the embattled former CBN boss will seek N25 billion in damages from the Senate President. In a letter dated February 19, 2024, Emefiele’s lawyer, Matthew Burkaa, criticized Akpabio for his statement on February 18, 2024, where he mentioned, “We don’t know what…

Burna Boy news articles Bahamas’ Spill Gate Festival

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Burna Boy news articles Bahamas’ Spill Gate Festival In the Bahamas, the megastar from Nigeria played before a full house. Burna Boy news articles Bahamas’ Spill Gate Festival Burna Boy, who is still selling out record stores worldwide, is leading the charge in the international export of Nigerian music. Another amazing performance, the Grammy winner recently performed a selection of his hit singles for thousands of fans at the Bahamas’ Spill Gate Festival. A video of the crowd singing along to the smash song “Tested, Approved, and Trusted” from Burna…

Adekunle Gold previews a new song, thrilling fans

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Adekunle Gold previews a new song, thrilling fans Adekunle Gold will launch his 2024 with a song that is sure to get people dancing. Adekunle is scheduled to release his debut single in 2024 following the triumphant release of his fifth album, “Tequila Ever After,” which was followed by one of the largest tours for a Nigerian artist in 2023. Soundtrack ‘Worship SZN’ is intended to serve as a prayer guide by Greatman Takit On Monday, February 19, 2024, renowned music producer, performer, and label head Don Jazzy revealed the…