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Apr

2022

Nigeria, others at high risk of debt distress, IMF warns

Economy, PoliticsEconomy, Metro, Mohammadu Buhari, Nigeria, Politics

Nigeria and 72 other countries are at high risk of debt distress or already in debt distress, according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund, IMF The report, titled “Restructuring debt of poorer nations requires more efficient coordination,” noted that low-income countries face fewer debt challenges today than they did 25 years ago, thanks in particular to the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries initiative, which slashed unmanageable debt burdens across sub-Saharan Africa and other regions. The report noted that although debt ratios were lower than in the mid-1990s, the debts have been creeping up for the past decade and…

Apr

2022

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Dr Charles Mba, CDV Properties, a definition of Pedigree, True indefatigability

PoliticsCharles Mba, Comr Amos Kalu, Metro, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

In the proven evolution of humankind, in the historical annals of every society, there always is the natural rule defining correct procedure or behaviour, with the propensity to evenly distribute special humans with special assignments to influence, project, enhance and harness human existence with the sole purpose of making the world a better place for all. These rare gems are always imbued with unquestionable pedigree and dependable charisma to guarantee phenomenal existence that will drive progress.. Their most indefatigable nature is always unparalleled. Therefore, It will not be out of place to say that Chief Dr Ndubuisi Charles Mba “Ihe…

Apr

2022

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Southern Nigeria’s Fate In 2023, A Call For Regional Unity.

Politics2023, Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, Igbo President, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Unity as popularly believed is a force difficult to suppress especially where this unity is hatched and built on a solid cemented foundation. Solidarity is a by-product of unity whose strength and capacity always remain indestructible in the face of contests for power. The 2023 general election is fast approaching and the People's Democratic Party( PDP ) is making every necessary plan to ensure she succeeds in clinching power at the centre following the conduct of the Presidential election next year. Be that as it may, we keep clamouring for zoning and equity but the situation at hand demands that…

Apr

2022

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Enugu 2023: Dr. Jeff Nnamani picks APGA Guber nomination forms, charges voters to embrace OBEGO Movement

Metro, PoliticsEnugu State, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Politics

Ahead of the 2023 general elections, a frontline governorship aspirant in Enugu State under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Dr. Jeff Nnamani has obtained the expression of interest and Nomination forms from the national Secretariat of the party in Abuja. From left, APGA Former National Chairman Sen. VICTOR Umeh, Enugu APGA Governorship Aspirant Jeff Nnamani and Arc. LEO Udwoje at APGA Party Secretariat Abuja. Photo by Gbemiga Olamikan. From left, APGA Former National Chairman Sen. VICTOR Umeh, Enugu APGA Governorship Aspirant Jeff Nnamani and Arc. LEO Udwoje at APGA Party Secretariat Abuja. Photo by Gbemiga Olamikan.…

Apr

2022

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EFCC confirms arrest of Cubana Chief Priest

Entertainment, MetroCubana Chief Priest, DSS/EFCC, Freedom, Metro, Nigeria, Personality

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has confirmed that the popular Instagram celebrity, Pascal Okechukwu popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, is currently in their custody. Reports emerged at the weekend that the commission arrested Pascal at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in the nation’s capital while he was traveling to Owerri, the Imo State capital. Pascal, who is currently being quizzed by the anti-graft agency, was arrested over alleged tax fraud and money laundering. When contacted, the spokesman of EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren confirmed the development on Sunday night. Uwujaren, however, failed to reveal details of the arrest, saying “I…

Apr

2022

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Buhari govt overwhelmed by insecurity – Obasanjo

Economy, Metro, PoliticsCrime, Economy, Metro, Mohammadu Buhari, Nigeria, Obasanjo, Politics, Security

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo says the government of President Muhammadu Buhari has been overwhelmed by insecurity. Obasanjo was reacting to the recent Kaduna train attack wherein eight persons were reported dead and many sustained injuries. He spoke while he played host to a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential aspirant, Dr. Ugochukwu Williams, at his Penthouse residence within the premises of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), Abeokuta, Ogun State. According to Obasanjo, Nigerians traveling are no longer safe on the road, on trains, and at the airport. He called for concerted efforts to stem the tide of insecurity in Nigeria,…

Apr

2022

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Bedridden ex-police corporal cries for help over eviction plan by FG [PHOTOS]

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Sunday Ige, an ex-policeman who was retrenched by the Nigeria Police Force after a ghastly accident rendered him bedridden, has sent out a passionate plea for assistance from the government and police authorities over the Federal Ministry of Housing’s plan to evict him from his apartment. Ige, a native of Idoani in the Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, was involved in an accident in Lagos State in 2001 while on special duty as a mobile police officer. He suffered a spinal cord injury and had one of his legs amputated due to the accident. The 57-year-old explained that…

Apr

2022

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Gunmen set Orsu LG Headquarters on fire in Imo

MetroCrime, Imo State, Metro, Nigeria, Security, UGM

Unknown gunmen on Sunday set on fire the headquarters of Osu Local Government Area in Imo State. A resident of the area, who gave her name as Chibuzo Ukah, said the attack, which happened around 2:30am might be the handwork of the unknown gunmen troubling communities within the South East. She said several buildings, including the chairman’s office, administrative block and parked vehicles among others were among the facilities torched. Another community source, who pleaded anonymity, said Orsu is a no-go-area for the youths, especially young men because the activities of unknown gunmen are so rife in the area. He…

Apr

2022

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Embark on road tour to prove Nigeria safer under Buhari – APC stalwart to Lai Mohammed

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A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Jonathan Vatsa, has challenged the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, to tour the country by road to prove that Nigeria is safer under President Muhammad Buhari as he claimed. Vatsa, a former Commissioner for Information and Culture in Niger State, told newsmen in Minna that the security situation facing the nation has continued to deteriorate on a daily basis with no end in sight. Asking Lai Mohammed to withdraw the statement credited to him, he said, “when you sit down in Abuja and be issuing statements just to protect…

Apr

2022

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2023: I’ll make 20m Nigerians millionaires by 2030 if elected – Yahaya Bello

Economy, Politics2023, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics, Yahaya Bello

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, on Saturday, promised to make 20 million Nigerians millionaires, if elected President in 2023. Bello disclosed this while declaring his intentions to run for the Presidency in 2023. The governor had declared his intentions to run for the Presidency at the Eagles Square in Abuja. He promised to build on the legacy of President Muhammadu Buhari by creating 20 millionaires in the country by 2030. Bello disclosed that each of the 20 millionaires would empower five other Nigerians. The Presidential aspirant recalled how reports claimed that over 100 million Nigerians lived in extreme poverty…