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Justin Madugu received a three-bedroom bungalow and N50 million from Adamawa State Governor

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For leading the national women’s football team to victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu received a three-bedroom bungalow and N50 million from Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri. The presentation took place at the Government House in Yola, the state capital, according to a Facebook post by Pius Iliya, the governor’s adviser. Adamawa native Madugu was praised by Fintiri for his contribution to the Falcons’ victory at the competition, which was held in Morocco earlier this year. “On behalf of the Government and…

INEC to Commence Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) Nationwide on August 18

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Ahead of the next elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission has declared that the 2025 countrywide Continuous Voter Registration drive has begun. The Commission said on Friday through its X account that online pre-registration will begin on Monday, August 18, 2025, via its official website, cvr.inecnigeria.org. Additionally, the Commission said that on Monday, August 25, 2025, in-person registration will open at all INEC Local Government Area offices and approved registration centers across the country. The exercise is scheduled to take place Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.…

Tinubu Urges Africa to Lead Energy Market, Demands Fair Prices

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Tinubu Receives German President Steinmeier In Abuja

Africa must take responsibility for its energy resources by establishing clear and reputable standards that represent the continent’s realities and protect its economies, President Bola Tinubu said on Tuesday. The President stated that Nigeria would collaborate with regional partners to create an integrated energy market that guarantees value for Africa, ahead of this week’s Global Commodity Insights Conference on West African Refined Fuel Markets in Abuja. Africa’s energy executives and international partners will gather at the conference, which is being sponsored by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority…

“Awujale’s Blessings Led to My 2023 Victory,” Tinubu Declares

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The late Awujale and supreme ruler of Ijebu land, Oba Sikiru Adetona, was praised by President Bola Tinubu on Sunday, who called the late monarch a model traditional leader who brought immense honor, respect, and pride to the Yoruba race worldwide. Tinubu recalled the late traditional leader’s support and contributions to his 2023 presidential campaign, saying that Yoruba’s rich history would not have been complete had he lost. The late king was also characterized by the president as a brave democrat and trustworthy ally who supported the efforts to overturn…

Nigeria loses N1.3bn to tomato ebola in three states – Minister

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The Federal Government says Nigeria has so far lost more than N1.3 billion to the outbreak of Tuta absoluta, commonly known as the tomato leaf miner or “Tomato Ebola” in three states. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, said this at the ongoing four-day capacity-building workshop for financial institutions on Wednesday in Abuja. The workshop is organised by HortiNigeria in collaboration with the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending Plc. Kyari said the outbreak had consequently led to the surge of a 50-kilogramme basket…

Aiyedatiwa denies seizing Ondo cocoa farmers’ land for private firm

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The Ondo State Government has refuted claims by some cocoa farmers in Odigbo Local Government Area that it had sold their farmland in Oluwa Forest Reserve to a private firm, thereby ejecting them from their means of livelihood. Hundreds of farmers in the council area on Sunday staged a protest against the private firm SAO Agro-Allied Services Limited and the state government, accusing them of destroying their farm plantation in Oluwa Forest Reserve in Odigbo LG in a bid to take over the land. During the protest, the aggrieved farmers…

NMA commends Otti for 100% doctors salary hike

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The Nigerian Medical Association, Abia Chapter, has commended Governor Alex Otti for approving the 100 per cent Consolidated Medical Salary Structure for employed doctors in the state. The state Chairman of NMA, Dr Ezinwa Ezuruike, in a statement issued on Wednesday in Umuahia, expressed the group’s appreciation to the governor. He said that the landmark approval announced on April 29 restored long-awaited pay parity for state-employed doctors. Ezuruike noted that the development underscored Otti’s continued commitment to strengthening the health sector and improving the welfare of health professionals in the…

AI key for health, education, innovation, says Bill Gates

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Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has said that artificial intelligence will play a key role in unlocking new tools for health, education and agriculture. The philanthropist stated this at a meeting with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday. Gates visited Subianto and Indonesian philanthropists in the capital, Jakarta, where he spoke about his optimism that AI-driven innovation will help tackle global challenges. He said, “AI is going to help us discover new tools. And even in the delivery of health, education and agriculture advice, we’ll be using AI. “Once we finish…

7 Shocking Mistakes That Are Raising Your Electricity Bill

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Many Nigerians are struggling with rising electricity bills, often wondering why their costs increase month after month. While various factors contribute to electricity pricing, many consumers unknowingly engage in habits that significantly inflate their energy consumption. Identifying and correcting these common mistakes is key to reducing energy usage and lowering your bills. Here’s a detailed look at seven frequent culprits: The Phantom Drain of Plugged-In Appliances: A common misconception is that turning off an appliance completely eliminates its energy draw. In reality, many devices continue to consume small amounts of…

Wigwe’s Death: Aig-Imoukhuede Emerges As New Access Holdings Chairman

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Wigwe’s Death: Aig-Imoukhuede Emerges As New Access Holdings Chairman Access Holdings Plc (‘the Holdco’) has appointed Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, the former group managing director/CEO of Access Bank Plc, as its non-executive chairman. The company secretary, Sunday Ekwochi, announced that Aig-Imoukhuede will take over from Abubakar Jimoh.  Jimoh will continue to serve on the Board as an independent non-executive director. Aig-Imoukhuede, known for his visionary leadership and impressive track record, is expected to bring a wealth of expertise and guidance to lead the group toward a new era of success. The statement…