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The National Industrial Court in Owerri, the capital of Imo state, has extended an interim injunction preventing the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) from going on strike in Imo state. The order also prevents them from carrying out a planned event known as "OCCUPY...
Wakanda
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Members of the Nigerian National Assembly, both in the Green and Red Chambers, have commenced the reception of Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs), with the final batch scheduled to arrive by December. This decision by the National Assembly leadership to procure imported SUVs for lawmakers and...
Wakanda
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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos made an unexpected appearance at Lagos Fashion Week 2023, taking to the runway to close the Emmy Kasbit show. This surprising runway debut left the audience in awe as the Governor strutted his stuff with confidence.
Wakanda
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Former Presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, recently voiced his concern about the term 'Abokis' being used to describe Northerners in Nigeria. He shared his thoughts on X, emphasizing the need for respectful communication among Nigerians
Wakanda
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The Minister of Works, Mr. David Umahi, has announced that comprehensive rehabilitation of the 11.8-kilometer Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos will commence on November 1 and will last for three months. He assured that this maintenance work would be carried out with minimal discomfort to road...
Wakanda
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The Lagos State Government has reopened the Alaba International Market and selected markets within the Trade Fair Complex, situated in the Ojo Local Government Area of the state. The decision to close these markets had been made due to concerns related to improper waste disposal and other...
Wakanda
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In a recent development, a Bolt driver, Kelechi Uzor, voluntarily turned himself in to the police in Rivers State in response to the disappearance of a young lady, Miss Elizabeth Edoukumor. Elizabeth went missing on October 9, 2023, after being dropped off by Uzor at Harmony Estate in Obio-Akpor...
Wakanda
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The acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, has issued a directive for medical personnel in Nigeria to treat gunshot victims without the need for a police report. This directive, based on the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshot Act of 2017, is aimed at...
Wakanda
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie made a significant announcement during an academic event, introducing Peter Obi as the victor of the 2023 Presidential election. Adichie, a known supporter of Obi, addressed the gathering, expressing her deep respect for him and considering him a beacon of hope for...
Wakanda
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In a social media spat between Nigerian music stars, Davido and Dammy Krane, the former responded to the latter's claims. Dammy Krane had earlier called out Davido over an alleged debt, urging him to settle it for the sake of his daughter's school fees. Via his X account, Dammy Krane expressed...
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