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24825 oyebanji sympathises with victims as rainstorm blows off 105 buildings in ekiti

Oyebanji sympathises with victims as rainstorm blows off 105 buildings in Ekiti

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

Governor of Ekiti State, Hon Biodun Oyebanji, on Saturday, condoled with the residents of Oke-Ako, Ikole Local Government Area of […]

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Govt policies may affect shortage of tomato — Growers

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

The Tomato Growers Association of Nigeria has revealed that the Federal Government policies and other determinants may cause a shortage […]

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Weak ECOWAS agreement frustrating Nigerian traders in Ghana

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

Janet Ogundepo writes about the life and business of Nigerians living in Ghana and how they fare amid government’s policies. […]

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How INEC deficiencies may mar March 11 polls

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

There are indications that the governorship and State Assembly elections scheduled for Saturday March 11 may be marred by apathy […]

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Governorship election: Gov. Sule warns against religious crisis in Nasarawa

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

With less than a week to the Governorship and House of Assembly elections, Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has warned […]

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#NigeriaDecides2023: A tragic farce

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

Despite recent advances in Malawi and Zambia, elective government stutters and sputters to the uncertain rhythms of pathogens and politicians […]

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24755 i planned to japa before winning edo reps election lawmaker elect

I planned to japa before winning Edo Reps election – Lawmaker-elect

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

Esosa Iyawe, a 40-year-old graduate of Benson Idahosa University, who was elected as the member representing the Oredo Federal Constituency […]

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ABU to develop made-in-Nigeria water-fuelled car

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

The Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Prof. Ibrahim Dabo, has said the university is working to develop […]

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I developed high blood pressure after polling booth attack –Lagos woman

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

Viral video clips of Jennifer Efidi with a swollen face and blood streaming down her right cheek as she was […]

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National grid may collapse with 6,000MW power — NYCN

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

The national power grid will collapse if electricity generation hits 6,000 megawatts, the President of Nigeria Consumer Protection Network, Kunle […]

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Motorcycle fare rises by 37% in one year – Report

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

The average transport fare paid on motorcycles, popularly known as okada, rose by 36.75 per cent year-on-year, the National Bureau […]

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24707 govt planning fertilizer subsidy for farmers report

Govt planning fertilizer subsidy for farmers – Report

By Ifunanya / March 5, 2023

The Federal Government is planning to introduce fertilizer subsidy to farmers in the country, The has learnt. This would be […]

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Election allowances paid to officers, blame banks for delay — Police

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

Force PRO, Olumuyiwa Adejobi The Nigeria Police Force on Saturday said all allowances due its officers for the security management […]

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ABU Zaria to develop made-in-Nigeria water-fuelled-car

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

Ibrahim Dabo, the dean, Faculty of Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, ABU, Zaria, says the university is working to develop a […]

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INEC should be headed by an engineer — NSE

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

The Nigerian Society of Engineers, NSE, has called on government to ensure that the person to head the Independent National […]

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Tinubu may be poisoned, Sanwo-Olu will win Lagos election – Prophet Olujobi

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

Prophet Bisi Olujobi has advised President-elect Bola Tinubu to be cautious of his surroundings to avoid harm. The General Overseer […]

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Buhari sends condolence to Abacha family over son’s death

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

President Muhammadu Buhari has extended his heartfelt condolences to the former First Lady, Maryam Abacha, and her family on the […]

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Arsenal will win EPL title, says Paul Merson

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

Sky Sports commentator Paul Merson has said Arsenal will win the 2022/2023 Premier League title. He said this following Arsenal’s […]

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Simeone sets new record of 613 matches as Atletico coach

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

Diego Simeone set a new record as Atletico Madrid coach on Saturday, taking charge of his 613th game at the […]

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Farmers congratulate Tinubu, ready for ‘agbado’ revolution

By Ifunanya / March 4, 2023

Local farmers in the country on Saturday congratulated the President-elect, Asíwájú Bola Tinubu, on his victory at the just concluded […]

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