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The Ogun State Government, on Thursday, released the list of members of non-statutory boards recently appointed by Governor Dapo Abiodun to run the various boards in the state. This indication was given in a statement by the Special Adviser, Media and Strategy to the governor, Hon. Kayode Akinmade. The appointments, the statement said, are the first in the series of appointments that will soon be announced by the state government. The appointments cover the Ogun Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA), Ogun State Agricultural and Multipurpose Credit Agency (OSAMCA), Plantgate Limited and the Ogun State Alternative Medicine Board (OGAMB). The membership of…

Get ready for a powerful cinematic experience as the highly anticipated faith-based movie “CHAINS – No Longer a Slave” premieres at Silverbird Cinema, SEC Abuja, today 15th August, 2024, at 5 pm. The movie, which features top gospel music artists and minister including Apostle Anselm Maduboko, Onos Ariyo, Solomon Lange, Tayo Christian, Flora Lange, Ccioma, Naomi Mac others, tells a story of A Gospel Music Artist sets out on a journey to balance his Music Ministry and the Realities of the Music Industry, putting at risk all he’s built over the years, while battling with a moral disease common to…

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the interim forfeiture of a cash sum of $2,045m linked to the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. Justice Akintayo Aluko also ordered the interim forfeiture of seven landed properties linked to the suspended CBN Governor. The lands are listed as: “two fully detached duplexes of identical structures, lying being and situated at No. 17b Hakeem Odumosu Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos; an undeveloped/bare land, measuring 1919.592sqm with Survey Plan No. DS/LS/340 LYING, being and situate at Oyinkan Abayomi Drive (Formerly Queens Drive), Ikoyi, Lagos; a bungalow…

With so much going on in Nigeria, from the ever-rising inflation, the economy’s downward spiral, and other socio-economic problems, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to stay ahead in the rat race. People are turning to DIY solutions for their homes and businesses and testing out new budget-friendly recipes. Nigerians continue to find ways to adapt to the ever-changing situation. If you’re out of ideas, follow these channels on GOtv for inspiration. Budget-Friendly Recipes: With the ever-rising cost of basic foodstuffs such as rice, tomatoes, chicken, beef, and the like, cooking a meal is now more expensive than ever. Since food is…

Television viewership is changing year after year, and Nigeria is no exception. The reasons behind this shift are tied to the evolving ways people consume entertainment in today’s fast-paced world. As digital technology rapidly advances, traditional TV is evolving to include a wave of new options. More and more people are spending more time on their smartphones, tablets, and laptops for entertainment and TV content is crossing that divide so viewers can still watch their favourite content. With busier lives and tighter schedules, viewers are increasingly drawn to more flexible viewing options that fit their personal timelines instead of being…

Lagos, Nigeria; August 13th, 2024 – Carl Cruz, Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, has emphasized the critical importance of creating an investment-friendly environment to sustain the role of the telecoms industry in driving digital inclusion and economic growth in Nigeria. This was remarked at the Telecoms Industry Townhall, themed ‘Two Decades After: What Next for the Telecoms Industry’, on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.The hybrid event, organized by the Financial Derivatives Company (FDC), took place at Four Points Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, brought together industry leaders to discuss the future of Nigeria’s telecommunications sector.Aside from Mr Cruz, the panel also…

A Nigerian who specialises in money laundering and other transnational crimes was over the weekend arrested for treason, subversive activities against government, Trans-border gun-running, heist, and other Transnational crimes. The man whose name was given as one Bashir Hadeja was arrested by the Nigeria police following intelligence reports on smuggling large catches of weapons along with large bars of gold believed to have been stolen from the Central Bank of Libya. Bashar Hadeja, who traded dangerous weapons along with gold as cover-up, was also accused of being involved in aiding terrorism and other forms of criminality in the northern states…

Modo Ante, a pioneer Governance, Public Sector, and Political Consultancy, is delighted to announce the Eko Revenue Plus Summit, scheduled to take place on September 25-26, 2024, at the Eko Hotel and Towers, Victoria Island, Lagos. According to Joko Okupe, CEO, Modo Ante, “We are aware that Lagos State is a home for all Nigerians, a hub for commercial and business activities and as such is continuously in need of ways to improve its revenue generation to constantly improve lives and livelihood of its citizens and inhabitants. This is our inspiration for the Summit, which is intended to be all-encompassing;…

This journey has been a whirlwind of emotions, a rollercoaster that we never anticipated. The initial excitement of being selected for this game was quickly replaced by the stark reality of survival. We’ve faced the terrifying prospect of eviction, the sweet taste of victory in various challenges, and the daunting responsibility of power as Custodians. A decision was made according to the game mechanics that painted STREEZE as the villain. Being subjected to a wave of hatred and backlash. It’s a heavy burden to bear, to be vilified for simply playing the game. Meanwhile, we’ve watched as our boys have…

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