April 9, 2025

[GIST] Lagos court remands two in prison for defiling minors

[GIST] Lagos court remands two in prison for defiling minors

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For allegedly defiling a three-year-old baby, Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has remanded Peter Oshomah at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre.

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[GIST] Kogi demands citizens' cooperation in tackling crime

[GIST] Kogi demands citizens' cooperation in tackling crime

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Kogi government has called on residents, especially those in rural communities, to actively support the state’s security architecture by volunteering credible intelligence that would aid in the identification and arrest of criminal elements threatening peace and security.

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April 8, 2025

[GIST] Africa loses $88.6b yearly to corruption, ECOWAS discloses

[GIST] Africa loses $88.6b yearly to corruption, ECOWAS discloses

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The Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) Commission has revealed that the African continent is currently losing $88.6 billion yearly to corruption and illicit financial flows.

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[GIST] EU pledges €300m to support Nigeria’s fight against terrorism 

[GIST] EU pledges €300m to support Nigeria’s fight against terrorism 

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European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s efforts in preventing and countering violent extremism, with a €300 million grant targeted at addressing the root causes of terrorism, especially in the North-East and North-West regions of the country.

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[GIST] Afenifere insists on restructuring, state police amid insecurity

[GIST] Afenifere insists on restructuring, state police amid insecurity

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The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has re-emphasised that restructuring is the most potent instrument to tackle the socio-political and economic challenges bedeviling the country. The foremost Yoruba group, which also frowned at the resurgence of kidnapping and banditry in the country, particularly in Yorubaland, demands immediate action, noting that the issue of state police must […]

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April 7, 2025

[GIST] Nigeria, AfDB flag off $538m SAPZ project to tackle $4.9b food crisis

[GIST] Nigeria, AfDB flag off $538m SAPZ project to tackle $4.9b food crisis

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Federal Government, in collaboration with the African Development Bank (AfDB), has flagged off the implementation of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) initiative, with Kaduna and Cross River States taking the lead.

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[GIST] Conference to explore AI’s role in Africa’s $180b digital economy

[GIST] Conference to explore AI’s role in Africa’s $180b digital economy

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They said in a statement yesterday that the conference, themed: "AI and Africa’s Digital Economy: Leaving No One Behind", would focus on financial inclusion, digital infrastructure expansion, AI adoption, data governance, and cybersecurity.

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[GIST] Understanding the calamity of electricity meltdown

[GIST] Understanding the calamity of electricity meltdown

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The staff of Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (DISCO) in Lagos, Nigeria, were thrown into a state of pandemonium as they were discomfited when their offices were raided by a contingent of Air Force personnel on the afternoon of March 6, 2025.

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April 6, 2025

[GIST] Healing your mind when your spouse hurts you

[GIST] Healing your mind when your spouse hurts you

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The problem I want us to look at today is how to heal yourself when hurt, annoyed or disappointed with your spouse. The only way some people know how to deal with their hurt, annoyance and disappointment is to ask their spouses for an apology or to shout or both.

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[GIST] Visas, tuition-free scholarship granted

[GIST] Visas, tuition-free scholarship granted

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Sister Anthonia came from Okobale in Ogun State. She belongs to Nice Region and branch. She is thanking God for making her and her family members of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries.

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April 5, 2025

[GIST] MultiChoice tariffs: View from Canada

[GIST] MultiChoice tariffs: View from Canada

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I Moved to Canada three years ago and encountered many surprises. One of the biggest was the high cost of pay television services and their billing models.
During my time as a journalist at TheNEWS Magazine, I consistently advocated for the implementation of a pay-per-view billing model.

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April 4, 2025

[GIST] Musawa’s ‘partnerships strategy’ and economic lifeline for tourism sector

[GIST] Musawa’s ‘partnerships strategy’ and economic lifeline for tourism sector

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Sir: Nigeria’s creative economy and tourism sector are both offering a veritable economic lifeline to Nigerian creative and upbeat investors, and this is as a result of the policy initiatives and bold reforms of the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa.

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April 3, 2025

[GIST] NECA commends federal government for constituting NHIA board

[GIST] NECA commends federal government for constituting NHIA board

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The Nigeria Employers' Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the appointment of a Chairman for the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA).

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[GIST] Trump slams 14% tariff on Nigerian exports

[GIST] Trump slams 14% tariff on Nigerian exports

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The United States President, Donald Trump, Wednesday enacted sweeping new tariffs in a move that could escalate trade tensions globally at what he tagged “liberation day”. Trump said the U.S. will implement “reciprocal tariffs” on all countries of “approximately half” of what they charge us. READ ALSO: Trump says US tariffs to hit ‘all countries’ […]

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April 2, 2025

[GIST] Industry leaders to tackle gaming addiction, promote safety at symposium

[GIST] Industry leaders to tackle gaming addiction, promote safety at symposium

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In a bid to promote responsible gaming practices, create safer gaming environments, and address the problem of gambling among young people in particular, Gamble Alert, in partnership with the Association of Nigerian Bookmakers and Aropsaid Technologies Limited

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[GIST] Eledumare Festival meant to appreciate God, boost tourism, says Gani Adams

[GIST] Eledumare Festival meant to appreciate God, boost tourism, says Gani Adams

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The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has said that this year's 13th edition of the Eledumare Festival is meant to appreciate what God has done in the lives of Nigerians as well as boost the country's tourism through the various activities in the host communities.

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[GIST] Organisers promise top-notch entertainment as SV Awards holds tomorrow

[GIST] Organisers promise top-notch entertainment as SV Awards holds tomorrow

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The Organising Committee of this year’s Sportsville Special Recognition Award has said that it is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a successful event tomorrow.

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