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Jul

2024

Glitteriti, Encomiums, Glamour, Razzmatazz, Poise As Udumaeze Ohafia Was Laid To Rest Yesterday

Abia North, Abia State, Culture, News Flash, Obituary

Glitteritti, Encomiums, Glamour, Razzmatazz, Poise In Ohafia As Udumaeze Ohafia Was Laid To Rest Yesterday. Yesterday Orie, the 6th of July 2024, Professor Emmanuel Ume Lekwa Imaga was laid to rest with his ancestors, his creator and Chukwu Okike Abiama. The ABIA State Governor Dr. Alex CHIOMA Otti OFR was ably represented by his Deputy Engr. Ikechukwu EMETU and other top government functioneries, captains of industries, business men and women from different parts of Nigeria and diaspora. The House of Rep member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, House Member representing Ohafia South,Hon. Kalu Nwoke(Etiokwe) and South East Deputy Chairman…

Jul

2024

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Igbos Share Ancestral Links With Yorubas, But Many Don’t Know – Ooni Of Ife

Arts And Culture, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Personality

Igbos Share Ancestral Links With Yorubas, But Many Don’t Know – Ooni Of Ife Ooni Ogunwusi Enitan AdeyeyeOften compared with his predecessor, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, who passed away in 2015, Oba Ogunwusi also addresses the criticism he usually faces over his more liberal social engagements and frolicking with young Nigerian celebrities. The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, a foremost traditional ruler in Yorubaland, is, no doubt, one of the most talked-about traditional rulers in Nigeria. In June, he spoke exclusively with PREMIUM TIMES at the Eko Hotel in Lagos on the sidelines of a ceremony announcing the 2024 Africa Fashion…

Jul

2024

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Don’t Donate Your Gratuities To Churches, Mosques – Sanw-Olu Advises Pensioners

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Labour, News Flash, Religion

Don’t Donate Your Gratuities To Churches, Mosques – Sanwo-Olu Advises Pensioners Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos, has urged pensioners in the state to make wise use of their gratuities. Sanwo-Olu spoke on Thursday during the retirement benefit bond certificate presentation ceremony held in Ikeja. The ceremony was organised by the Lagos State Pension Commission (LASPEC). Sanwo-Olu said the state has cleared all pension backlogs with the payment of N4.46 billion to 2,000 retirees. The Lagos governor congratulated the retirees, noting that they have worked to earn the pension given to them by the state government. He advised the pensioners not…

Jul

2024

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I Grow Vegetables; Nigerian Women Should Also Get Involved In Farming – Remi Tinubu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Agriculture, FGN, News Flash

I Grow Vegetables; Nigerian Women Should Also Get Involved In Farming – Remi Tinubu First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has advised Nigerian women to get involved in farming to boost food production in the country. “Earlier today, I was at my garden to tend to it and water my plants myself. I have planted seven different vegetables,” Mrs Tinubu tweeted, posting a photo of herself in the garden on Saturday. She added, “I would like to encourage all Nigerian women to join the #EveryHomeAGarden competition and get involved in farming and food production.” Mrs Tinubu’s call for women’s involvement in farming…

Jul

2024

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What Led To The Debacle Between Davido And Sophia – Dele Momodu Speaks

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Love & Life, News Flash

‘What Led To The Debacle Between Davido And Sophia’ – Dele Momodu Speaks Dele Momodu, publisher of Ovation International and uncle to Sophia Momodu, mother of Davido’s first daughter, has urged both parties to avoid making harmful statements about their custody dispute on social media. He expressed his thoughts on Instagram, stressing that provocative statements only worsen the situation, especially for the child involved. Momodu called for both Davido and Sophia to prioritize their daughter’s well-being and reach a compromise regarding custody and financial responsibilities. He stated that the matter is currently being litigated in court. In a detailed post…

Jul

2024

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BBNaija: Official Kickoff Date For Season 9 Announced By Organizers

Entertainment, News Flash, People & Events

BBNaija: Big Brother Naija Organiser Announces Officially Kickoff Date For Season 9 The Big Brother Naija reality TV show has officially confirmed the official debut date for Season 9. The show’s organizers made the news on their official Instagram page on Friday night. According to the visuals, the program, which will last for 71 days, will premiere on July 28, 2024. According to the organisers, the 2024 Season 9 edition will be ‘Two Journeys in One House’. “BBNaija Season 9 is HERE! This is a must follow Season! Get ready for double the drama, ships, and HUGE competition! Cameras 24/7…

Jul

2024

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Blackout As National Grid Collapses, Fourth Time In 2024

News Flash, FGN, Power & Energy

Blackout As National Grid Collapses, Fourth Time In 2024 The national electricity grid has experienced another system failure, leading to a nationwide blackout. Confirming the blackout in a statement on Saturday, the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) said the power outage being experienced within its franchise is due to a system failure from the national grid. “Please be informed that the power outage being experienced is due to a system failure from the national grid at 3:10pm today, affecting the power supply to our franchise areas,” the AEDC said. The DisCo said it is working with the relevant stakeholders to…

Jul

2024

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Minimum Wage: Corps Members To Benefit From Current Negotiations – NYSC Announces

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, News Flash

Corps Members To Benefit From New Minimum Wage Negotiations – NYSC Announces The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Y.D Ahmed, has announced that serving corps members across the country will benefit from the ongoing negotiation for a new minimum wage. The DG made this announcement on Saturday during his visit to the Ogun State NYSC orientation camp in Sagamu. While addressing the 2,762 corps members undergoing the three-week orientation course, Brigadier-General Ahmed assured them that they would not be left out of the ongoing salary negotiations. He commended the corps members for their participation in…

Jul

2024

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Food Crisis: 82 Million Nigeria’s May Go Hungry Soon – United Nation Warns

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Agriculture, Economy, News Flash

Food Crisis: 82 Million Nigerians May Go Hungry Soon – UN Warns The United Nations has again predicted that 82 million Nigerians, about 64 per cent of the country’s population, may go hungry by 2030, calling on the government to tackle climate change, pest infestations, and other threats to agricultural productivity. The prediction comes in the wake of a persistent hike in food prices in the country. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria’s food inflation rate hit a record high of 40.66 per cent in May 2024, surpassing the previous month’s 40.53 increase. This surge represents the largest…

Jul

2024

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There Is No Future In Cybercrime – EFCC Chairman Tells Nigerian Youths

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, News Flash

No Future In Cybërcr¡me – EFCC Chairman Tells Youths The Executive Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has advised Nigerian youths to steer clear of cybercrime as no future lies therein. In a statement by the EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale on Friday, the chairman gave the charge when the executives of Committee of Youth Mobilization and Sensitization, CYMS, led by Chief Obinna Nwaka paid him a courtesy visit at the Commission’s corporate headquarters, Abuja. Olukoyede admitted that some youths were smart and skillful and urged them to channel such talents to productive engagement and not to…