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target=_blank>Kalabash54 Launches Multi-Currency ‘Kalabash Cards’, OffersCashback on Travel and Lifestyle Spend
Fintech subsidiary of the Wakanow Group, Kalabash54, has officially unveiled its new range of payment solutions, the Kalabash Cards, designed to deliver rewarding, and borderless payments for both travellers and lifestyle-savvy consumers. According to an official statement released on Monday and signed by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kalabash54, ‘LadiOjuri, the card suite consists of
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target=_blank>Police raid local gun factory, arrest two suspected gunsmiths in A/ Ibom
From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Police Command said it has dismantled a local firearms factory and arrested two suspected gunsmiths identified as Àniekan Aniedi and Ubong Udofia in their hideout at Itam village in Itu local government area of the state. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer ( PPRO) in Akwa
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target=_blank>Otti vows not to be distracted in developing Abia, as State’s school enrollment figure doubles
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has vowed that nothing will distract his administration from delivering dividends of democracy for the welfare and the happiness of people of the state. This is even as the state’s school enrollment figure has increased by over 100 percent as a result of the recently
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target=_blank>Wike highlights Abuja’s strategic smart city progress at global Mayors’ Forum in Dubai
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Abuja’s ambitious plan to become a smart city is gradually taking shape under the strategic leadership of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), according to Minister Nyesom Wike. Speaking at the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum in Dubai, Wike highlighted that the city’s “Smart City Vision” is driven by
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target=_blank>Food Security: Smart agriculture boosts productivity, livelihoods of Nasarawa farmers
From Abel Leonard, Lafia Smallholder farmers across rural communities in Nasarawa State have lauded the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) for improving their productivity and livelihoods through various agricultural interventions. The farmers, mainly rice producers, gave the commendation during a two-day media field visit to communities in Lafia, Doma, and Obi Local Government Areas of the
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target=_blank>Nightclub raid: BBNaija’s Tuoyo alleges brutalisation by NDLEA
By John Ogunsemore Former BBNaija housemate, Tuoyo Ideh has alleged that he was brutalised by personnel of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) during Sunday’s raid of Proxy Nightclub, Victoria Island, Lagos. Tuoyo was among 100 persons, including owner Pretty Mike, arrested by NDLEA operatives at the club in the wee hours of Sunday.
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target=_blank>World Polio Day: Kebbi stakeholders vow to support eradication of disease
From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (PHCDA) has marked the World Polio Day in collaboration with stakeholders, including UNICEF, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and civil society organizations. The event, which was held in Birnin Kebbi with the interaction session with the newsmen was designed to highlight the progress made
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target=_blank>Anambra poll: INEC extends PVC collection date for voters
By Seyi Babalola The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), has extended the ongoing Permanent Voter Card, (PVC), collection process in Anambra State until November 2 to allow eligible voters additional time to acquire their cards. INEC’s Director of Voter Education and Publicity, Victoria Eta-Messi, confirmed this in a statement made on Monday. She noted, “INEC
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target=_blank>Nigeria signs €100m clean energy investment deal with UNIDACO
From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), under the leadership of its Director-General, Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UNIDACO Limited, London, for an initial €100 million investment aimed at boosting Nigeria’s energy sector. The signing ceremony took place at the House of Lords, London, during the
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target=_blank>We’re not restricting senior secondary students’ subject choices for WASSCE 2026 – WAEC
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has denied reports that it instructed senior secondary students to offer specific subjects for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in 2026. Addressing the issue, WAEC Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adeshina, called the reports unfounded. He also clarified that the development and regulation of curricula
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target=_blank>Anambra Guber: Ribadu Warns Political Parties Against Violence
The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned political parties in the forthcoming Anambra State Governorship election that any act of violence during the electoral process will be met with a proportional response from security agencies. Ribadu issued the warning on Tuesday during a meeting of the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES)…
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target=_blank>Badaru Receives Newly Appointed Service Chiefs, Reaffirms Commitment To Unity
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, on Monday received the newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff and the three Service Chiefs during their maiden courtesy visit to his office at the Ministry of Defence, Ship House, Abuja. Those in attendance included the Chief of Defence Staff, Lt Gen O.O. Oluyede; Chief of Army Staff,…
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target=_blank>Osun 2026: INEC Calls For Peaceful, Lawful Primaries
Ahead of the anticipated 2026 governorship election in Osun State, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on political parties to ensure peaceful and transparent primaries. INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) Dr Mutiu Agboke made this appeal during a stakeholders’ meeting on the forthcoming party Primaries at the Commission’s state office on Tuesday in…
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target=_blank>TETFund Commissions N717m Faculty Complex At Nasarawa State Varsity
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has commissioned a N717,374,213.75 Faculty of Social Sciences Lecture Theatre and Office Complex at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK). The new facility, which comprises 22 en-suite offices, four 200-seater lecture theatres, and 12 public conveniences, was inaugurated on Tuesday by the Chairman of TETFund’s Board of Trustees, Hon. Aminu…
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target=_blank>Kwara Gov Receives 23 Freed Abductees
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has received 23 abductees recently rescued by the Nigerian Army, commending President Bola Tinubu and security agencies for their unwavering support in ensuring their freedom. The Governor, who received the victims at the 22 Armoured Brigade Headquarters, Sobi, Ilorin, congratulated them on regaining their freedom and assured that his administration…
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target=_blank>Poverty Causing Preventable Deaths In Nigeria – VSF
The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Victory Support Foundation (VSF), Ambassador Olubunmi Oluwafunmilayo Lawal, has lamented the growing poverty level in Nigeria, saying financial hardship is preventing many citizens from accessing medical care, resulting in avoidable deaths. Lawal spoke in Gbongan, Ayedaade Local Government Area of Osun State, during a free health outreach…
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target=_blank>Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation Of New Service Chiefs
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday wrote to the 10th Senate seeking the confirmation of the newly appointed Service chiefs. President Tinubu’s letter was read by the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, during Tuesday’s plenary session. New Telegraph recalls that last week, Tinubu reshuffled the military hierarchy, removing General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS),…
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target=_blank>Independent Power Supply, My Greatest Achievement, Says TASUED VC
The Vice Chancellor of Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), Ijagun, Ogun State, Professor Oluwole Banjo, has described the provision of an independent power supply in the institution as his greatest achievement as Vice Chancellor. Addressing journalists on Tuesday as he marked the end of his five-year tenure, Professor Banjo said his administration maintained a…
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target=_blank>Leadership Conflict: Bayelsa Govt Gives Ogbia Group Three-Week Ultimatum
The Bayelsa State Government has issued a three-week ultimatum to the Oloibiri Clan in Ogbia Kingdom to produce the Chairman of Ogbia Brotherhood and other nominees zoned to it, to enable the inauguration of a new substantive leadership for the foremost socio-cultural organization. Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who gave the directive on Monday while presiding…
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target=_blank>Ondo Govt Approves 101.6km Road Projects, Key Infrastructure Devts
The Ondo State Government has approved the construction and rehabilitation of 101.036 kilometres of roads across the state as part of efforts to close infrastructure gaps and promote economic development. Briefing journalists after the State Executive Council meeting in Akure, the Commissioner for Infrastructure, Lands and Housing, Engr. Ayorinde Abiola Olawoye, said the approvals cover…
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