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Don’t try it!
Ever since my brother Fred came out with the sick act of seeing while still alive his daughter being walked down the Aisle by his enstranged wife, society has gone crazy. Men cant believe what just happened. Some well-brought-up women are in shock but the usual female junkies have come up in arms in vein attempts at justifying this perfidy.…
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Noor Capital to Unveil Market-Shaping Insights at Dubai’s Forex Expo 2024
Securing a deserving spot as one of the Elite Sponsors at the Forex Expo Dubai 2024; Noor Capital, the region’s leading investment brokerage firm is set to become a prominent partner at the upcoming 7th edition of the event scheduled on the 7th and 8th of October. With advanced technological infrastructure and in-depth knowledge of current trends shaping the global…
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Wrth: The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts Captivates Greece with the Intricate ‘Al-Qatt Al-Asiri’ Art
Saudi traditional arts are set to reach new global audiences as the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) participates in the Saudi Cultural Week in Greece from September 27 to October 1. The event, titled “The Heritage of Two Cultures,” explores Saudi heritage through the lens of “Al-Qatt Al-Asiri” art. Wrth offers a series of interactive workshops, including a highlight…
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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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Queen Mathilde of Belgium, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Forest Whitaker, UN Agency Heads and other dignitaries join survivors and advocates for ending child violence
In New York, during the UN General Assembly Queen Mathilde of Belgium, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, UN Agency Heads and other dignitaries met survivors and advocates for ending violence against children in New York on Sunday night (22 September). They are in New York for the UN General Assembly, where world leaders have come together for its 79th session…
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NB Plc to settle FX, local debts with N599bn Rights Issue
Nigerian Breweries Plc says it is raising N599.1 billion through rights issues on the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) to eliminate overdue foreign exchange (FX) payable and reduce local debts. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nigerian breweries had faced a challenging financial period, posting a loss after tax of N85.3 billion in the first half of 2024. The…
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FAAC: FG, states, LGCs share N1.203trn for August
The Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared N1.203 trillion in revenue among the federal government, states, and local government councils (LGCs). According to a communiqué issued by FAAC after its meeting on Tuesday, the N1..203 trillion total distributable revenue comprised statutory revenue of N186.636 billion and value-added tax (VAT) revenue of N533.895 billion. It also comprised Electronic Money Transfer…
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Patient safety: LUTH CMD harps on eliminating diagnostic error
The Chief Medical Director, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Prof. Wasiu Adeyemo, says patient’s safety remains a top priority of the hospital. Adeyemo gave the assurance at a lecture organised by the hospital in commemoration of the World Patient Safety Day (WPSD) on Tuesday in Lagos. The WPDS had the theme ”Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety” with the slogan “Get…
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NGO advocates Global Usher Syndrome Awareness Day
Lionheart Ability Leaders International Foundation, an NGO, on Tuesday in Abuja, advocated 3rd Saturday of September every year for Global Usher Syndrome Awareness Day. The Executive Director of the NGO, Mr. Solomon Okelola, made the call after a roadwalk organised with the collaboration of “The Usher Syndrome Coalition.”. Okelola defined Usher syndrome as a rare genetic disorder caused by gene…
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NCMM D-G lists funding, participation as challenges facing museum dev’t
Mr. Olugbile Holloway, the Director-General, National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), has identified poor funding and lack of participation as the major challenges facing museum development. Holloway made the statement at a museum conversation held at the Slave History Museum in Calabar on Tuesday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the program, “Connecting the Dots,” was organized…
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Extended family life not a burden,says author
An author, Mrs. Margaret Olele, says extended family life has a lot of benefits for knowledge and culture and is not a burden as people think of it these days. Olele, also Chief Executive Officer, American Business Council, made the assertion at the launch of “Corals of Youth,” a book authored by her, on Tuesday evening in Lagos. The author…
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Abuja Concert: 25 talented artists to thrill fans Oct. 25
No fewer than 25 talented top-thriving artists in music, dance, comedy, and other creative arts have been lined up to thrill Abuja fans at the Made in Abuja concert on Oct. 25. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the concert will be held at the PlayZone Arena, Area 11, Garki, Abuja. Gabriel Ubochi, Chief Executive Officer, Made in…
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INEC has no powers to deregister political parties–Labour Party tells Usman
The Labour Party (LP) on Tuesday said the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) lacked the powers to deregister any political party in the country. Mr. Obiora Ifoh, National Secretary of the party, made this known in a statement in Abuja. He said the attention of the party’s leadership had been drawn to a statement issued by Sen. Nenadi Usman, who…
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Enugu Govt., firm sign N40bn deal to revamp state-owned flour mill
The Enugu State Government and Jelfah Nigeria Ltd. have signed a joint N40 billion deal for the revitalisation of the moribund state-owned Sunrise Flour Mills, Enugu. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the deal was signed at the Government House, Enugu, on Tuesday. Details of the deal showed that Jelfah acquired 60 per cent equity in the mills…
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IPAC vows to boycott Imo LG elections
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) on Tuesday declared that political parties that make up the body will boycott Saturday’s upcoming local government elections in Imo. The state chairman of IPAC, Ichie Levi Ekeh, told newsmen in Owerri that the group was disappointed in the Imo State Independent Electoral Commission (ISIEC) preparations towards the election. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…
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Lagdo Dam water will be released gradually to prevent flooding — NIHSA
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has announced the commencement of the gradual release of water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam to prevent flooding in Nigeria. The Director-General of NIHSA, Mr. Umar Mohammed, made this known in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja. He stated that “following an official communication from the dam’s management, the water release will gradually increase…
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NOA partners NPC, UNICEF on nationwide e-birth registration drive
The National Orientation Agency (NOA), in partnership with the National Population Commission (NPC) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has embarked on a nationwide e-birth registration social mobilisation drive. Malam Lanre Issa-Onilu, Director-General NOA, who disclosed this on Tuesday in Yola, said that the registration would focus on all children between the ages of one day to five years. Issa-Onilu…
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