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Hackers gain control of NBS website

19 December 2024

The Bureau said it was working to recover the website where it publishes crucial statistics concerning key sectors in the country.

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Many children feared dead at Oyo funfair

18 December 2024

The incident occurred at Basorun Islamic High School during a children’s carnival today. The state government has swiftly responded, mobilizing a rapid response team and transporting victims to various hospitals within the Ibadan metropolis for medical attention. Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, appreciated the Commissioner for Health, Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, for activating response teams […]

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Opinion: Setting the record straight on death by hanging for stealing fowl – Akinwole Olasubomi

18 December 2024

The Osun State Government’s recent consideration of the prerogative of mercy for convicted individuals has drawn significant attention and have invariably stirred public opinion based on incomplete or misleading narratives. While this action demonstrates the government’s commitment to exercising compassion and upholding constitutional provisions, it is imperative that such privilege is not misinterpreted or misused […]

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BREAKING: Tinubu Presents N47.9tn 2025 Budget Proposal To NASS

18 December 2024

President Bola Tinubu has arrived at the National Assembly complex to present the 2025 budget, totaling N47.96 trillion, amidst heavy security.

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Trailer crash causes gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

18 December 2024

The crash, which occurred earlier in the day, involved a trailer carrying containers that fell, narrowing the lanes and creating significant traffic gridlock. The FRSC Lagos Sector Commander, Kehinde Hamzat, in a statement urged motorists to remain calm and avoid actions that could aggravate the situation. Read Also: One dead, 10 injured in Lagos-Ibadan expressway […]

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Osun governor orders probe, clemency for man sentenced to death for stealing fowl

18 December 2024

In a statement on X.com,  Adeleke directed the state’s attorney general and commissioner for justice to launch a full investigation into the case and initiate processes to grant the young man a prerogative of mercy. The case, which has attracted widespread attention, reportedly involved a young man who was reportedly arrested in 2010 and sentenced […]

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Bill to ban use of dollars, foreign currencies in Nigeria scales first reading at Senate

17 December 2024

The proposed legislation, sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko, seeks to amend the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007. The bill aims to ensure that all payments, including salaries and transactions, are made using the Nigerian naira. Read Also: Bill To End Exportation Of Raw Materials Scales Second Reading In Senate According to Senator Nwoko, the […]

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Reps probe N141bn tractor deal after non-delivery of equipment

17 December 2024

It also mandated the Committee to investigate the N138.61bn agreement signed by the Federal Government and the AFTRADE DMCC for the establishment of a tractor assembly plant in Nigeria. The House arrived at the resolution following the adoption of a motion at plenary sponsored by the member representing Edu/Moro/Patigi Federal Constituency, Kwara State,  Saba Adam. […]

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Oyetola seeks stricter safety measures to reduce boat accidents 

17 December 2024

This is contained in a statement by the ministry’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Muhammad Zakari. The incident involved a commercial wooden boat conveying approximately 70 to 80 passengers, which capsized while crossing the River Benue en route to Odenyi in the Nasarawa Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Reports suggest the victims, […]

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It’s Incredible To Be Recognised As The Best In Africa – Lookman

17 December 2024

The Super Eagles of Nigeria and Atalanta of Italy forward said this during his speech after receiving the award in a glittering ceremony organised by CAF in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday. “This award today is a blessing to me, to my family, to my nation, and to be recognised as the best player in Africa […]

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