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Nigerian Students Urge Government to Address ASUU Demands

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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the Federal Government to meet with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to resolve lingering issues. ASUU has given a 14-day ultimatum to address concerns including: Concluding the 2009 FGN/ASUU Agreement renegotiationReleasing withheld salaries due to the 2022 strikeFunding public university revitalizationPaying outstanding third-party […]

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Oluremi Tinubu Attends Jill Biden’s Farewell Luncheon at UNGA

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US First Lady Jill Biden hosted a farewell luncheon for first ladies from around the world, including Nigeria’s Oluremi Tinubu, at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York. Jill Biden expressed gratitude for their partnership in promoting peace and development, assuring continued relationships beyond her tenure. Oluremi Tinubu also reaffirmed her commitment to

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Seun Kuti Involved in Bobrisky’s EFCC Scandal

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Seun Kuti revealed his role in the controversy surrounding Bobrisky’s alleged N15 million bribe to EFCC officials. Kuti admitted to urging VeryDarkMan to expose Bobrisky after learning about the voice recording. Bobrisky denied claims of bribing EFCC officials and serving his prison term in a lodge. The EFCC has summoned Bobrisky and VeryDarkMan to aid

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Kogi Assembly calls for EFCC chair’s removal over Yahaya Bello’s case

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The Kogi State House of Assembly has demanded the removal of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, citing unprofessional handling of the corruption case against former Governor Yahaya Bello. During a plenary session, lawmakers condemned the EFCC’s siege on the Kogi State Governor’s Lodge in Abuja, where Bello was allegedly targeted for

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Nigerian Gospel Singer Laid to Rest in Lagos

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May his soul rest in peace Renowned Nigerian gospel singer, Dele Agbeyo, popularly known as Dele Gold, has been buried in Lagos. The Ekiti-born singer passed away on September 11, 2024, after a brief illness. The burial ceremony, held at his Abule Egba residence on September 19, 2024, was attended by notable figures, including Nollywood

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Lagos Government explains reasons for boarding fee hike in model Colleges

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The Lagos State Government has justified the increase in boarding fees in its model colleges, citing the need to ensure better welfare for students. The new fee, N100,000 per session, is a significant increase from the previous N35,000. According to the state’s Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, the old fee was unrealistic in 2024.

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President Tinubu Visits Borno to Assess Flood Damage

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President Bola Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Sunday night to commiserate with the State over the recent devastating flood. This is due to the overflow of the Alau Dam, submerging nearly half of Maiduguri and displacing thousands. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) reported that over 23,000 households have been impacted by the

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NERC Orders AEDC to Compensate Communities for Electricity Supply Failures

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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has directed the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) to compensate several communities in Kogi and Abuja for failing to meet the required service delivery commitments. The affected areas include Wuse, Garki, Asokoro in Abuja, and Ajaokuta Confluence in Lokoja, Kogi State. These communities experienced insufficient electricity supply between August

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FG Directs Dangote Refinery to Supply Petrol to NNPC

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The Federal Government has directed Dangote Refinery to supply petrol exclusively to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). This move implies that interested marketers will have to purchase the product from NNPC through its trading company. The agreement between the government and Dangote Refinery stipulates that NNPC will be the sole buyer of Premium

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Oyo PDP Chieftain Regains Freedom After Kidnapping

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Benedict Akika, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, has been released by his kidnappers. Akika was abducted from his residence in Idi Ape, Olorunda-Aba, Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State on September 4, 2024. The Oyo State Police Command confirmed Akika’s release on Wednesday, stating that he was freed

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