Author: Oghenekevwe Uchechukwu
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Bill Gates calls for increased funding in health sector to unlock Nigeria’s potential
Co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Bill Gates, has emphasized the urgent need for the Nigerian government to enhance investment in its health sector to unlock the country’s vast potential. Gates who spoke at the Pan-African Youth Innovation Forum in Lagos on Wednesday, noted that Nigeria’s talented population could achieve great things, but…
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New Service Chiefs: Uniting for security through geopolitical spread
In a bold move to revitalize the nation’s security apparatus, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu authorised the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs, the Inspector General of Police, and the Comptroller-General of Customs. The sweeping changes paved the way for the appointment of new leaders, with a diverse geographical spread, who will bring fresh perspectives and…
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Analysis: Timeline of ministerial list submissions to the Senate
In the wake of President Tinubu’s recent inauguration and appointments, Nigerians eagerly anticipate the announcement of his ministerial list. As history shows, the timing of submitting ministerial lists to the Senate has varied among past administrations. TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) takes a look at the historical timeline of when Nigerian presidents sent their ministerial lists to the…
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Fact-Check: CBN floats Naira leading to devaluation despite denial
Contrary to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) denial of devaluing the naira, the decision to float the currency has indeed resulted in a devaluation by approximately 40 per cent, TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) can report. Reports emerged claiming that the CBN devalued the naira from N461.6 to N631.00 on the Importer and Exporter (I&E) market segment,…
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Asari Dokubo Meets President Tinubu, Vows Support to End Oil Theft
In a meeting with President Bola Tinubu on Friday, the Leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force (NDPVF) Asari Dokubo, pledged his commitment to ensuring the success of the new administration, particularly in combating oil theft in the Niger Delta region. Speaking with the media after the meeting at the presidential villa, Dokubo emphasized…
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NLC explains why minimum wage increase not the focus amidst subsidy removal
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Joe Ajaero, has shed light on why the union is not currently seeking an increase in the minimum wage, calling for alternative solutions. In a recent chat with journalists on the sidelines of the ongoing 111th Session of the International Labour Conference, ILC, in Geneva, Switzerland, Ajaero…
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EXPLAINER: Simplified steps to access FG’s interest-free student loans
In a groundbreaking development on Nigeria’s Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu officially signed the Student Loan Bill into law, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s commitment to providing affordable education opportunities.
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Democracy Day: What Tinubu said about the ongoing Presidential Election Tribunal
In his highly anticipated first Democracy Day speech as President, Bola Tinubu delivered a powerful message emphasizing unity, service to the people, and defending the legitimacy of his election victory.
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IPC Justice Calls Out President Tinubu for Alleged Authoritarian Actions
Following the dismissal and alleged arrest of the Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele, on Friday, a non-governmental organisation IPC Justice, has raised concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s recent actions, which it views as authoritarian. It listed these actions to include signing a bill from the 9th Assembly without reintroducing it to the 10th Assembly, dismissing…
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Subsidy Removal: Oil Marketers Pledge N10 Billion Buses to Boost Mass Transportation
The Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPMAN) has announced plans to donate Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) compliant buses worth N10 billion. Chairperson of DAPMAN, Winifred Akpani, revealed this during a briefing with State House Correspondents after leading a delegation to the State House for a courtesy visit with President Bola Tinubu on…