May 5, 2024

[GIST] Osun postpones presentation of staff to monarch over court order

[GIST] Osun postpones presentation of staff to monarch over court order

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The Osun State government yesterday announced the postponement of the presentation of the Staff of Office to the newly appointed Aree of Iree, Oba Muritala Oyelakin.

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[GIST] Nurturing Nigeria's Future: Mobilising Diaspora resources for impact investments

[GIST] Nurturing Nigeria's Future: Mobilising Diaspora resources for impact investments

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Nigeria is taking bold strides towards comprehensive development, as showcased in the recent convening hosted by the Nigerian Professionals Network (NPN) in collaboration with the Institute of Africa Studies at the Elliott School of International Affairs. Held on April 17, 2024, on the sidelines of the World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington DC, the event […]

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May 4, 2024

[GIST] EFCC insists on prosecuting Matawalle over alleged N70b fraud

[GIST] EFCC insists on prosecuting Matawalle over alleged N70b fraud

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has vowed to continue the alleged N70 billion-corruption case against the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, while he was the governor of Zamfara State from 2019 to 2023.

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[GIST] The DSTV price hike storm

[GIST] The DSTV price hike storm

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Nigerians are fuming as they grapple with an unprecedented surge in inflation, which reached a staggering 31.7% in February 2024. The economic strain on its citizens is becoming increasingly unbearable and a new report titled “The Price Is Everything” from SBM Intelligence does a great job of tracking the trajectory taken by inflation for a […]

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May 3, 2024

[GIST] Credit Financing Scheme: A viable tool for uplifting standard of living in Nigeria

[GIST] Credit Financing Scheme: A viable tool for uplifting standard of living in Nigeria

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There is no denying the fact that Nigeria is immensely endowed as a nation with an abundance of wealth in human and natural resources and all that has to be done is to harness these resources for the benefits of the nation and its citizens. However, this is where the rubber meets the road, because […]

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May 2, 2024

[GIST] WTT picks July 17 for Lagos 2024 Contender series

[GIST] WTT picks July 17 for Lagos 2024 Contender series

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Following the success of the 2023 edition, the World Table Tennis (WTT) has fixed June 17 to 23 for this year’s WTT Contender Lagos, which is one of its three events in Africa this year.

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May 1, 2024

[GIST] 3,453 women benefit as Kaduna, Google partner on Hausa language AI learning

[GIST] 3,453 women benefit as Kaduna, Google partner on Hausa language AI learning

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A new initiative, aimed at empowering women in Northern Nigeria through Artificial Intelligence (AI) education, has been unveiled in Kaduna State.

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[GIST] Biden’s diaspora council to visit Nigeria in July

[GIST] Biden’s diaspora council to visit Nigeria in July

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President Joe Biden’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement (PAC-ADE) will make an official visit to Nigeria in July as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the United States (U.S.) and Nigeria as well as enhance relations with people of Nigerian descent who live in America. This was disclosed on Tuesday at the […]

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[GIST] Glo lauds Nigerian workers on May Day 

[GIST] Glo lauds Nigerian workers on May Day 

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Globacom, provider of digital telecommunications services, has congratulated Nigerian workers on this year's International Workers' Day, urging them to recommit themselves to excellence in order to advance the growth of Nigeria. In a statement of solidarity made public on Tuesday, Globacom praised workers’ fortitude in the face of current difficulties, which, it noted, is a […]

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April 30, 2024

[GIST] ‘S/African Golf Cup to build friendship, business ties’

[GIST] ‘S/African Golf Cup to build friendship, business ties’

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Consulate General of the South African High Commission, Prof. Bobby Moroe, has described the golf tournament organised by the consulate at the Ikoyi Club 1938, at the weekend, as an event that will build friendships and bond businesses from the countries better.

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April 29, 2024

[GIST] AHF Nigeria holds advocacy training in Akwa Ibom

[GIST] AHF Nigeria holds advocacy training in Akwa Ibom

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A Non-Governmental Organisation, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria, has taken advocacy training to Nnung Udoe community in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom to develop the capacity of community members to be able to advocate for access to healthcare services, and other welfare issues in the community. Speaking to newsmen on Saturday at […]

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[GIST] Mixed reactions trail UK-Rwanda asylum operation

[GIST] Mixed reactions trail UK-Rwanda asylum operation

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Eleven weeks earlier than stated, the British Home Office seeks to launch a surprise operation to detain asylum seekers across the UK today in preparation for deportation to Rwanda.

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April 28, 2024

[GIST] IDPs: FG hands over 50 tons of dates from Saudi to Humanitarian Affairs Min

[GIST] IDPs: FG hands over 50 tons of dates from Saudi to Humanitarian Affairs Min

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The Federal Government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has handed over the 50 tons of dates donated by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.

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[GIST] Senior citizens centre moves to secure funding for initiatives

[GIST] Senior citizens centre moves to secure funding for initiatives

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National Senior Citizens Centre, (NSCC), has signed an agreement with Policy House International, to secure donor and multi-lateral funding for its programmes and initiative.

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[GIST] You need courage to impact the world, graduands of BYU-Pathway Worldwide told

[GIST] You need courage to impact the world, graduands of BYU-Pathway Worldwide told

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Speakers at the graduation ceremony of Brigham Young University (BYU) Pathway Worldwide have urged graduands to be courageous and impact their world.

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April 27, 2024

[GIST] ‘Ondo auto rally has united industry players’

[GIST] ‘Ondo auto rally has united industry players’

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Nigeria's Motorsports promotion outfit, Work and Play, has said the recently concluded eight Ondo Auto Rally in Ilara-Imokin, has helped it to deepen inclusion and collaboration among different industry players.

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[GIST] Yahaya Bello: EFCC boss, Olukoyede, to face criminal trial for Contempt of Court, May 13

[GIST] Yahaya Bello: EFCC boss, Olukoyede, to face criminal trial for Contempt of Court, May 13

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A Kogi State High Court sitting in Lokoja has ordered the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, to appear in court on May 13, 2024, to show cause why an order of committal should not be made against him for allegedly disobeying court order.

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April 26, 2024

[GIST] Nollywood Star Hafiz Oyetoro Recounts Home Invasion, Advocates Tech-Driven Security Solutions

[GIST] Nollywood Star Hafiz Oyetoro Recounts Home Invasion, Advocates Tech-Driven Security Solutions

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Popular Nollywood actor Hafiz Oyetoro, known to fans as Saka, has bravely revisited a harrowing experience from his past - a home invasion that occurred in 2022. In a recent interview, Oyetoro sheds light on the trauma his family endured and the urgent need for improved home security measures in Nigerian communities. Oyetoro's story is […]

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