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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has withdrawn its directive requiring banks and payment service providers to collect and remit the cybersecurity levy, as outlined in the Cybercrime Prevention and Prohibition Amendment Act of 2024. This decision was announced in a revised circular dated May 17, 2024, signed by the Director of Payment Systems Management […]
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Regarding the dispute between the Eda Oniyo in Ekiti State and neighbouring Obbo Ayegunle in Kwara State over land ownership, the Ekiti State Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, said on Sunday that soldiers, police and Amotekun Corps operatives had moved in to curtail the crisis. Olatunbosun said, “Available information indicated that the boundary dispute between
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has suggested that he may be nearing the end of his tenure with the club, stating that he is “closer to leaving than staying”. This comes after City secured their fourth consecutive Premier League title with a 3-1 win over West Ham. Guardiola, who has one year remaining on his
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The association condemned the violent assaults and kidnapping of healthcare workers, urging governments to ensure their safe release. Additionally, the NMA expressed worry about the alarming rates of kidnapping, banditry, armed robbery, and killing of innocent citizens, causing palpable fears among citizens.
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Nollywood actress and film producer, Chinenye Emekesiri paid a visit to Winsophia High School to speak with students about the positive uses of social media. Emekesiri highlighted the importance of social media as a tool for communication and collaboration, educating the students on its importance as well as advantages and disadvantages. She urged the students
The NUC is committed to expanding access to higher education, as the current 272 universities are insufficient to meet the growing demand for university education from Nigerian youth. To address this, the commission has identified strategic priorities, including curriculum development, quality assurance, research, and innovation.
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The Lagos State Government has announced the passing of Gboyega Soyannwo, the Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Soyannwo, aged 55, died on Wednesday after a brief illness. Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed his devastation at Soyannwo’s sudden departure, describing him as a brother, confidante, and faithful believer in their collective vision for a greater
Labour unions have maintained their proposal of N615,000 as the new minimum wage and reiterated the May 31, 2024 deadline for the negotiations to be concluded. The Federal Government had inaugurated the 37-member tripartite committee in January 2024, chaired by former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Goni Aji.
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The Lagos State Police Command has arrested popular musician Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, over an alleged unpaid debt. The controversial singer was taken into custody on Tuesday following a complaint filed by a car dealer. According to reports, Portable purchased a G-Wagon worth N27 million but only paid N13 million, leaving a balance of N14
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The Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress, Gombe State chapter, Yusuf Aish, criticized the Doma feeder’s inadequate power supply, while the Chairman of Gombe State Network of Civil Society Organisations, Ibrahim Yusuf, condemned the slow pace of repairs. Solar panel dealer Sammy Daniels reported increased sales, emphasizing the need for green energy.
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