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Safin De Coque: I’m glad people still celebrate my father
Safin De Coque, one of the sons of the late legendary highlife singer, Oliver De Coque, has expressed joy that people still celebrate his father who died on June 20, 2008, at the age of 61.
Ekiti governor promises memorable NAFEST 2021
The Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has assured that the state was determined to make this year’s National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST), a memorable experience.
CBN governor: 2.9 million farmers have benefitted from anchor borrowers’ programme
Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), says 2.9 million farmers have cultivated 3.6 million hectares across 21 commodities under the bank’s anchor borrowers’ programme (ABP).
Bauchi governor salutes ex-President Jonathan at 63
Bauchi State Governor, Sen Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has felicitated former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan on the occasion of his 63rd birthday anniversary describing him as a true leader who believes in the Nigerian project.
Police officer suffers serious head injury during Leeds celebrations
A female police officer has suffered a serious head injury after bottles were thrown in chaotic scenes in Leeds city centre following the Whites’ promotion to the Premier League.
NSCIA: Significance of Easter more compelling under coronavirus
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) says the significance of Easter is more compelling now that the world is facing the consequences of Covid-19.
President Buhari congratulates Virgy Etiaba at 77
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the former Governor of Anambra State, Dame Virgy Etiaba, on her 77th birthday.
Buba Galadima: People would have been jubilating if Supreme Court had sacked President Buhari
The spokesman for the presidential campaign council of the Peoples Democratic Party, Buba Galadima, has said that Nigerians would have been jubilating if the Supreme Court had sacked President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday.
Oyo governor assures teachers better welfare package
The Oyo State Government says it will ensure teachers in the state enjoy better welfare package as a reward for their impeccable contribution in shaping the society.
Suspected cultists vandalise, loot property worth millions in Calabar
Suspected cultists in Calabar South local government area of Cross River State have vandalised and looted property estimated at several millions of naira in the city.
Camilla advises Nigerian women to support their peers
The Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla on Tuesday, urged Nigerian women to continue to be supportive of each other in their pursuit of social and political independence.
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Ekiti governor hails deputy at 77
Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has congratulated his deputy, Otunba Bisi Egbeyemi, on the occasion of his 77th birthday, saying that the Deputy Governor has consistently proven to be a reliable ally, astute technocrat, and illustrious statesman.
Police arrest eight ‘kidnappers’ in Osun
The Police Public Relations Officer for the Osun State Police Command, Mrs Yemisi Opalola, on Saturday confirmed that the suspects were arrested at Omo-Ijesa village in Osun State.
Freed Kaduna student: I lost my pregnancy in captivity
A pregnant woman who was one of the 37 students abducted from the Federal College of Forestry Mechanisation, Afaka, Kaduna State, has narrated how she lost her pregnancy in captivity.
INEC set to convert voting centers to polling units across Nigeria
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Saturday disclosed that it was set to convert voting points across Nigeria into full fledged polling Units.
Police: Killing of seven officers mindless
Rivers State Police Command said it could confirm the unprovoked and mindless attack on policemen and vehicles on Friday night.
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Zenith, Access Banks express interest to acquire Union Bank
Two Nigerian lenders – Zenith Bank Plc and Access Bank Plc – are among the list of financial institutions from Africa and the Middle East that have indicated an interest in the acquisition of Union Bank Plc and other African assets of Atlas Mara Group, a Pan-African banking group.
President Buhari: NIN will help us fight insecurity
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said the registration of the National Identity Number and linking it to mobile numbers will help fight insecurity in the country.
NIS chief: Immigration job not for sale
The Comptroller-General, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Muhammad Babandede, has warned job seekers paying money out of desperation to secure employment, that immigration job was not for sale.
House asks federal government to suspend upcoming census exercise
Following the ravaging insecurity in the country, the House of Representatives yesterday called on the federal government to suspend the upcoming census exercise until security improved.
Britain will announce travel ‘green list’ shortly – minister
Britain is set to announce the green list for countries that people can travel to on holiday shortly, and will have the right procedures in place to ensure travel can happen safely, said trade minister Liz Truss on Tuesday.