Author: Oghenekevwe Uchechukwu
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New Era:Tinubu’s Economic Goals Towards Achieving Prosperity
Nigeria’s newly inaugurated President Bola Tinubu, has outlined his plans to revitalize the country’s economy, with a focus on achieving higher Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth and reducing unemployment rates. In a bold move aimed at addressing the pressing economic challenges facing the nation, Tinubu’s inaugural speech on Monday detailed the steps his administration intends…
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President Buhari’s eight-year tenure failed to meet Nigerians’ expectations, our verdict
President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight-year tenure as the leader of Nigeria has come to an end today, leaving behind a legacy that falls short of the expectations of many Nigerians. Despite some commendable achievements in certain areas, the overall performance of his administration has left a significant portion of the population disillusioned and dissatisfied. Infrastructure development…
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Three Nigerian Professionals Ordained as Catholic Priests
Three Nigerian professionals have been ordained as Catholic priests at the Basilica of St. Eugenio, Rome, in a ceremony, led by Cardinal Lazarus You Heung-sik. The trio – Reverend Fathers Vitus Ntube, Silvanus Asogwa, and Agaba Otache – had pursued successful careers in Nigeria before becoming members of Opus Dei, an institution within the Catholic…
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UBA Conversations 2023: Innovation, Women Empowerment Critical for Africa’s Growth
Collaboration is essential for Africa to unlock its potential, bridge the gap between challenges and opportunities, and empower women at the forefront of development. This was emphasized at the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Conversations 2023, held on May 23rd, 2023, in Lagos, Nigeria, under the theme “Innovating the Continent for Growth.” Chairperson of UBA…
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Safeguard Nigeria’s democracy – Group urges PEPC
The Free Nigeria Movement (FRM) has called on the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) to demonstrate integrity and prioritize the preservation of democracy by delivering a just and fair decision.
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Analysis: Dangote refinery vs inoperative FG-owned refineries
The Nigerian government’s expenditure on the maintenance and rehabilitation of its refineries, along with fuel subsidies despite financial challenges, has surpassed the cost of constructing new refineries capable of refining significantly higher volumes of crude oil, some stakeholders have argued.
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Meet Nigeria’s First Female Accountant-General of the Federation
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has given his approval for the appointment of Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein as the substantive Accountant-General of the Federation. This decision, announced on Friday, May 19, 2023, by the Director of Communication, Mohammed Abdullahi Ahmed, follows a “successful conduct of a selection process” to fill the existing vacancy. Ahmed further disclosed that…
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Abuja: Federal Secretariat Workers Barred from Work Next Friday and Monday Due to Presidential Inauguration Preparations
In an effort to ensure a smooth and secure transition event, the Presidential Transition Council (PTC) has announced that several key areas will be cordoned off during the period. This precautionary measure aims to maintain the safety and integrity of the ceremony, which will culminate in the highly anticipated Inauguration Parade and Swearing-in of President-Elect,…
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EFCC Dismisses Governor Matawalle’s Allegations as Corruption Fighting Back
In response to the recent accusations made by Governor Bello Muhammed Matawalle of Zamfara State, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has strongly denied the allegations and labeled them as a desperate attempt by politically exposed persons under investigation to discredit the agency. The EFCC, through its Director of Public Affairs, Osita Nwajah, addressed…
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Nigeria Braces for Historic Power Transfer: Unveiling the Lineup of Activities Leading to May 29th
As Nigeria eagerly anticipates the transfer of presidential power on May 29th, a comprehensive program of activities has been unveiled to ensure a smooth transition from the current administration to the incoming one. The activities, carefully planned by the Presidential Transition Council (PTC), commenced on Thursday, 18th May, with a World Press Conference held at…