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BREAKING: Tinubu appoints Ali Nuhu MD of Film Corporation
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Kannywood actor and Director, Ali Nuhu, as the Managing-Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation. He also appointed entertainment guru, Obi Asika, to head the National Council for Arts and Culture, as Director-General This was contained in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity,
Davido to perform at UnitedMasters Grammy Weekend
Famous Nigerian musician, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is set to perform at the The UnitedMasters Grammy weekend prior to the 66th Academy Grammy Awards, which will hold on Sunday, February 4th, at Crypto Com Arena in Los Angeles. Davido will perform at this prestigious event alongside Dominican artist Tokischa and South African-based DJ
No DE admission without certificate verification, JAMB tells applicants
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has told Advance Level applicants for 2023 admissions that the Board would not process any Direct Entry admission without certificate verification, This information was revealed by JAMB in a statement posted on Friday on its official X page. The Board advised the candidates to contact their former institutions
Local Flavour, Global Success: The Unique Aspects of Forex Trading in Nigeria
In recent years, online Forex trading has gained remarkable popularity in Nigeria, becoming a viable avenue for individuals to participate in the global financial markets. Forex, short for foreign exchange, involves the buying and selling of currencies to profit from fluctuations in exchange rates. Nigeria, with its growing economy and tech-savvy population, has seen a
‘I’m justified,’ Gov Yusuf speaks on Supreme Court verdict
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State says he is justified by the Supreme Court judgment, which affirmed his election. Governor Yusuf stated this while speaking to journalists immediately after the judgment on Friday. The court had set aside the judgment of the Court of Appeal in Abuja and election petition tribunal which nullified Yusuf’s election.
Keystone Bank assures of smooth operations as new management takes over
Retail lender, Keystone Bank Limited, has reassured its stakeholders, including customers and partners across the country of unhindered and smooth running of its operations as a new management takes over. In a statement on Friday signed by the Company Secretary, the lender noted that it would continue to operate and serve its numerous customers within
We don’t appreciate our Armed Forces enough – Sanusi
14th Emir of Kano and Grand Khalifat Tijaniyyah in Nigeria, Alhaji Muhammad Sanusi II, has said Nigeria as a country does not appreciate its Armed Forces enough. He said the contribution of the Armed Forces to the peace and stability of the country cannot be over-emphasised, noting that without them the entire country would have
Abia gov’ship: Supreme Court affirms Gov Otti’s election
The Supreme Court has affirmed the election of Governor Alex Otti of Abia State. A five-member panel of justices on Friday unanimously held that the appeal by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Okechukwu Ahiwe and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Ikechi Emenike, lacked merit and was therefore dismissed. Reading the lead judgment, Justice Uwani
Gunmen burn down Anambra monarch’s palace
Unidentified persons suspected to be Gunmen have burnt the palace of Igwe Emmanuel Nnabuife, the traditional ruler of Isseke Community in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. This is coming about one week after a former convoy driver to late Gov Chinwoke Mbadinuju was allegedly kidnapped by gunmen after performing the funeral of his brother
Tinubu Suspends Social Investment Programme amid corruption probe
President Bola Tinubu has suspended all administered programmes by the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). According to Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information in the office of Secretary to the Government of the Federation, who announced this In a statement on Friday, the action was in light of the ongoing investigation of alleged malfeasance in
PDP Govs Forum lauds Supreme Court judgement on six states
The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum, PDP-GF, has expressed satisfaction with the verdict declared by the Supreme Court on the 2023 governorship elections in Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Enugu, Plateau, Zamfara and Bauchi states. The chairman of the forum, the governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, said the “will and votes of the greater majority in
PDP Govs Forum lauds Supreme Court judgement on six states
Supreme Court judgement: ‘How we keep Kano safe’ — Police
Kano State Commissioner of Police Muhammad Usaini Gumel said proactive strategies adopted by the command helped in keeping Kano peaceful before, during and after the Supreme Court judgement on the governorship election. “To my surprise, Kano people have shown that they are wonderful people, and today the state is one of the most peaceful in
Supreme Court judgement: ‘How we keep Kano safe’ — Police
Nigerian government’s 40% stake in DisCos transferred from BPE to MOFI
The Nigerian federal government transferred its 40 per cent shareholding in electricity distribution companies from the Bureau of Public Enterprises to the Ministry of Finance Incorporated, MOFI. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance, disclosed this in an order dated January 10, directing the board of directors of the MOFI to assume ownership, control, and management
Nigerian government’s 40% stake in DisCos transferred from BPE to MOFI
Tinubu appoints new CEOs for agencies of Culture Ministry FULL LIST
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced popular actor Ali Nuhu, entertainment entrepreneur Obi Asika and nine others as chief executive officers for agencies under the Ministry of Art, Culture and Creative Economy. Aguri Ngelale, a presidential spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. The list includes: Tola Akerele — Director-General, National Theatre Dr Shaibu
Tinubu appoints new CEOs for agencies of Culture Ministry FULL LIST
Transfer: Chelsea to break British transfer record for EPL striker
Chelsea are ready to move for Brighton striker Evan Ferguson in the summer, talkSPORT reports. It is believed the Blues have been tracking Ferguson for some time. They also have a good relationship with Brighton, having paid well for Marc Cucurella and Moises Caicedo. Chelsea also got former manager Graham Potter and several backroom staff
Transfer: Chelsea to break British transfer record for EPL striker
Gov Kefas swears in Taraba’s Chief Judge, Customary Court of Appeal president
Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has officially sworn in Justice Filibus Joel Agya as the substantive chief judge of the state and Justice Alfred Yakubu as the President of the Customary Court of Appeal. The appointments were reportedly approved by the National Judicial Council on December 6, 2023. Administering the oath of office to
Gov Kefas swears in Taraba’s Chief Judge, Customary Court of Appeal president
Bauchi adopts revised toilet designs in campaign against open defecation
As part of the efforts to achieve certified Open Defecation-Free status for the entire state, Bauchi State has embraced a set of six-point revised designs for public toilets. Dr Ibrahim Kabir, Director General of the Bauchi State Environmental Protection Agency, BASEPA, stated this in a communiqué issued after the stakeholders’ meeting on Friday in Bauchi.
Bauchi adopts revised toilet designs in campaign against open defecation
Atiku reacts to Supreme Court judgement on Gov Muftwang, others
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, on Friday congratulated opposition governors whose elections were upheld by the Supreme Court. DAILY POST reports that the apex court upheld the elections of opposition party governors Dauda Lawal (Zamfara), Abba Yusuf (Kano), Caleb Muftwang (Plateau) and Bala Mohammed (Bauchi).
Atiku reacts to Supreme Court judgement on Gov Muftwang, others
‘Ten Hag is Man Utd’s interim coach under Ratcliffe’ – Carragher
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has given his verdict on Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag under Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s tenure. Carragher said that the Dutchman is just an interim coach at Old Trafford and could be sacked if the team doesn’t produce better results for the remainder of the season. Ratcliffe’s INEOS group will assume
‘Ten Hag is Man Utd’s interim coach under Ratcliffe’ – Carragher
Hotelier, girlfriend arrested in connection with murder of Ondo socialite
Operatives of the Nigeria Police have apprehended two persons in connection with the brutal killing of Adebayo Oladoyinbo, a well-known socialite in Ondo State popularly known as ‘Saybayo.’ The suspects, identified as Adeojo Ilesanmi, 50, and Atinuke Adeniyi, 29, were arrested following the discovery of the deceased’s body in the Ijapo axis of Akure, the
Hotelier, girlfriend arrested in connection with murder of Ondo socialite
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