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Arts & Culture
Kymarle: Transforming the Beauty Industry
LAGOS, October 8 – Rebecca Ruona Olotu, popularly known as Ruona, is blending her legal background with her passion for makeup artistry to shake up the beauty industry. Her brainchild, Kymarle Beauty, is a mobile makeup studio that is redefining beauty services in Nigeria. Ruona’s journey began far from the beauty world. She pursued a law degree at Nottingham Trent…
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economy
Nigeria’s Battle Against Petroleum Smuggling: A Complex Struggle for National Stability
Nigeria, a nation blessed with abundant natural resources, has long faced the daunting challenge of securing its borders from the illicit smuggling of petroleum products. With borders stretching over 4,000 kilometers and numerous porous entry points, the country remains vulnerable to economic sabotage, criminal syndicates, and insurgent activities. The smuggling of crude oil and refined products siphons off enormous sums…
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Africa
NCDMB, Petroleum Commission Ghana Initiate Technical Cooperation Program
LAGOS, The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) commenced a five-day knowledge-sharing program with the Petroleum Commission of Ghana on Monday, marking a significant step in fostering technical cooperation between the two nations in the oil and gas sector. This initiative underscores NCDMB’s commitment to supporting African oil and gas-producing countries and promoting local content development across the continent.…
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Energy & Environment
Shell Wins Best Exhibitor Award at 2024 SPE Nigeria Conference, Secures Multiple Trophies
LAGOS – Shell Companies in Nigeria (SCiN) claimed the prestigious Best Exhibitor award at the 2024 Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) held in Lagos from August 5 to 7. In addition to the top honor, Shell employees secured seven individual trophies, further solidifying the company’s leadership in the oil and gas industry.…
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Arts & Culture
Governor Adeleke Urges Unity Among Traditional Rulers, Outlines Agricultural Plans at Coronation Ceremony
ERINMO IJESA, Nigeria – Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on traditional rulers in Osun State to strengthen unity among themselves, while also unveiling his administration’s plans for the agricultural sector. The Governor’s message was delivered by the Commissioner for Agriculture, Hon Tola Faseru, during the coronation of his wife, Her Excellency Erelu Ngozi Adeleke, as the Erelu Soludero of Erinmo…
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Defence
NIMASA, Chatham House to Push Maritime Security in Gulf of Guinea at UN Security Council
LAGOS – The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and Chatham House, London, have agreed to bring the issue of maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) this month, highlighting the progress made by NIMASA in tackling piracy and sea robbery in the region. The decision was reached during a meeting between…
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Arts & Culture
As the universal Church, through The Holy Father, Pope Francis has asked us to do, the Catholic Diocese of Oyo
Today celebrates the gift of all our elderly and grandparents. You are a gift and treasure to us especially in Africa and will always be cherished. I greet you all and pray for you. Joy, fulfillment, good health of mind and body shall be yours till the end. We cherish your wisdom, experience and faith. You are still useful and…
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Africa
Understudy Mission: Lagos DSVA Hosts FCT, Abia State Delegates
It was another opportunity for knowledge sharing as delegates from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)Women Affairs Secretariat and the Abia State Ministry of Women Affairs visited Lagos on Wednesday to understudy the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence AgencJustice. The Executive Secretary, Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, in her welcome address and presentation, gave an overview and history of the Agency, harping…
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Featured
U.S. Consulate assists 33 Nigerian Students Receive $2.92 Million in Scholarships from American Universities
Lagos——Thirty-three high achieving Nigerian students have received full scholarships totaling $2.92 million to attend American universities and colleges for the 2024/2025 academic session. This feat was made possible through the Opportunity Funds Program of the United States Consulate General Lagos that is designed to increase access to U.S. higher education institutions for highly qualified international students who have limited resources…
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Featured
Nigeria Launches Guided Trade Initiative Under AfCFTA, Aims to Unlock $50 Billion in Economic Opportunities
ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria has embarked on a historic initiative with the launch of the Guided Trade Initiative under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Spearheaded by President Bola Tinubu, this initiative aims to boost intra-African trade and foster economic diversification, potentially unlocking an estimated $50 billion in economic opportunities for Nigerian businesses. President Tinubu emphasized AfCFTA’s transformative potential,…
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Featured
FLEADERS demands unreserved apology from Sen. Akpabio over sexist remarks against Senator Natasha
FLEADERS Nigeria, a female leadership project of Emerge Women Development Initiative, has demanded an unreserved apology from Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio over his sexist comments towards the lawmakSenatorser representing Kogi Ce ntral, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Senator Akpabio had come under fire for telling Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan -a female lawmaker – that the Senate chamber was not a night club, therefore,…
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Africa
IVLP: Stronger Intellectual Property Protections Key to Africa’s Creative Industry Growth
WASHINGTON, July 18 -* As creative industries expand across Africa, the development of robust intellectual property protection and enforcement frameworks is crucial for sustaining their growth. The U.S. Department of State, in collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), recently hosted eight participants from Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria from June 22 to July 3 as part…
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Featured
Rangers International F.C. Strengthens Squad with New Signings
ENUGU, Nigeria – Rangers International F.C., reigning champions of the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) for the 2023/2024 season and Nigeria’s representatives in the CAF Champions League, have finalized negotiations and signed Garando Tekena and Anayor Ogbonna to bolster their squad for the upcoming season. Tekena, a highly-regarded midfielder, joins from Bayelsa United, while prolific forward Anayor Ogbonna transfers…
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Featured
INEC Benue Office Attacked and Burnt Down by Protesters
MAKURDI, Nigeria – The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Benue State, Professor Sam Egwu, has reported that the Local Government Area office in Sankara, the headquarters of Ukum Local Government Area, was attacked and set ablaze by protesters. The incident took place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Youths in the area, protesting against the activities of bandits,…
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Delta PDP Dismisses APC’s Allegations Ahead of LG Polls
Delta State, Nigeria – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State has dismissed recent allegations by the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding the recruitment of ad hoc staff by the Delta State Independent Electoral Commission (DSIEC). The APC had claimed that DSIEC recruited and trained PDP members for the upcoming July 13th local government elections, a claim the PDP…
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Defence
CDS Receives Grand Reception From South African Counterpart, Highlights Security Cooperation
PRETORIA, July 1- General Christopher Gwabin Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of Nigeria, was warmly welcomed by General Rudzani Maphwanya, Chief of the South Africa National Defence Force (SANDF), during an official visit to Pretoria, South Africa. Upon his arrival, General Musa was honoured with Cannon Gun Salutes, signifying the high regard in which he is held by…
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Stephanie A. Urchick to Lead Rotary International as President for 2024-2025
PITTSBURGH, July 1 – Stephanie A. Urchick, a distinguished member of the Rotary Club of McMurray, Pennsylvania, USA, has been appointed as President of Rotary International for the term 2024-2025. With a history of significant contributions to Rotary International (RI), Urchick has previously served as an RI director and Rotary Foundation trustee, and has held numerous other leadership roles within…
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