The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has devalued the Naira to N631 to the dollar from N461.6 it sold at the Importers and Exporters (I&E) window the previous day, Daily Trust gathered. The devaluation came 48 hours after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the plans of the federal government to unify the country’s exchange rate to stimulate […]
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NNPC Confirms Petrol Price Hike As Nigerians Lament In Pains
The Nigerian National Petrol Company Limited has confirmed it adjusted pump prices of Premium Motor Spirit known better as petrol across the country. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Garba Deen Muhammad, the national oil company explained that the adjusted pump price was in line with “current […]
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Fuel Subsidy: Don’t Dare Nigerians — NLC warns Tinubu
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Tuesday, expressed displeasure over the pronouncement by President Bola Tinubu that the subsidy is gone without consulting relevant stakeholders and putting in place adequate measures to cushion its effect on workers. NLC in a statement by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero noted with regret that a few hours after the […]
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Emefiele Meets Tinubu At Aso Rock
Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday. Tinubu, whose vehicle entered the villa at 2:30pm, inspected a parade by the Guards of Honour. He was later received by Vice-President Kashim Shettima; Emefiele; Mele Kyari, Group Managing Director (GMD) of […]
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Fuel Scarcity: Nigerians Lament Hardship As Tinubu Marks First Day In Office
Less than 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu assumed office, many Nigerians have been groaning over the current fuel crisis, resulting to queues at filling stations. In his inaugural speech, the president had announced that fuel subsidy “is gone”. Shortly after President Tinubu announced the removal of subsidy on petrol otherwise known as fuel, queues […]
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The Mother! Jennifer Lopez Is All Smiles As She’s Pictured Window Shopping In Los Angeles (Photos)
The “Love Don’t Cost a Thing” hitmaker donned a casual ensemble as she was pictured hitting the shops with a friend over the weekend. Lopez was all smiles as she was seen in Los Angeles wearing a black and white ensemble, that she teamed with a cropped cardigan and sunglasses. Have you seen her new […]
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I Won’t Be A Dictator – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration shall govern on citizens behalf but never rule over them. He said this in his inaugural address at Eagle Square, Abuja, on Monday. He said, “We shall consult and dialogue but never dictate. We shall reach out to all but never put down a single person […]
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Fuel Subsidy Is Gone – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday declared that fuel “subsidy is gone”. He said this at Eagle Square, Abuja, in his speech after he was inaugurated as President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic. In his inauguration speech, Tinubu had said subsidy was benefitting the rich at the expense of poor. “We […]
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I Look Forward To Working With Tinubu, Says Biden
The President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, has expressed the desire to work with the newly sworn-in President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu. This was disclosed in a statement, on Monday, from Biden to Tinubu while felicitating with the new Nigeria President. The Punch reports Tinubu and the Vice President, Kashim Shettima were […]
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Nigerians Will Beg Tinubu For Second Term – APC Women Leader
The national women leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Betta Edu, has President-elect Bola Tinubu will perform so well that Nigerians will beg him to run for a second term. Tinubu is billed to be inaugurated as the substantive President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on May 29, 2023. While speaking in an […]
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Buhari Lists Davido, Kunle Afolayan, Osimhen For National Honours
President Muhammadu Buhari has listed hip hop star, Davido; Nollywood filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan; and Super Eagles and Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen among Nigerians to be conferred with national Honours. The Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs announced the award in various cadres to some citizens and friends of Nigeria as approved by Buhari. Davido, […]
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Tinubu’s Inauguration Will Strengthen Me – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of Labour Party, has said the inauguration of President-elect Bola Tinubu, will strengthen him. Daily Trust reports that Tinubu, who won the February 25, 2023 elections, will be sworn in as Commander-in-Chief and 16th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on Monday. Preparations for the event are in top gear, […]
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I Won’t Leave My Husband If He Cheats On Me – Yeni Kuti
Nigerian media personality, Yeni Kuti, has said that her husband cheating on her is not enough reason for her to quit her marriage. She said this in a chat with popular media personality, Chude Jideonwo. According to the matriarch of the Anikulapo dynasty, her late father, Fela, had 27 wives and that never made her […]
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‘I’m Not Giving Up’, Celine Dion Cancels World Tour Amid Health Battle
Pop icon Celine Dion on Friday cancelled all her remaining shows scheduled for 2023-2024, saying she was not strong enough to tour as she battles a rare neurological disorder. Last year the 55-year-old Canadian singer revealed that she was suffering from the rare medical condition that was affecting her singing. “I’m so sorry to disappoint […]
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You Took Nigeria From Top To Bottom, Ortom Tells Buhari
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State, weekend, said the last eight years would be remembered by all as the worst in the history of Nigeria. He said it was a period when a country that was flourishing under then-President Goodluck Jonathan was plunged into unimaginable poverty, insecurity, and general maladministration. He maintained that never in […]
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Nigerian Government Declares Monday, 29th May, Public Holiday
The Federal Government has declared Monday, 29th May 2023 as work-free for all workers in the country. According to the federal government, the decision is to allow Nigerians to commemorate the inauguration of the nation’s 16th democratically elected President. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr Shuiab Belgore in a statement on Friday noted […]
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US Rapper Fetty Wap Sentenced To Six Years In Prison
American rapper Fetty Wap was sentenced to six years in prison on Wednesday for trafficking drugs across the United States. The “Trap Queen” rapper born Willie Junior Maxwell II had pleaded guilty last year to distributing and possessing cocaine. New York prosecutors said he was part of a ring of six men that distributed more […]
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Man Utd Thrash Chelsea To Secure Champions League Return
Manchester United sealed qualification for next season’s Champions League with a 4-1 thrashing of beleaguered Chelsea on Thursday. Casemiro, Anthony Martial, Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford were on target as the Red Devils moved up to third in the Premier League. A miserable night summed up Chelsea’s season despite spending over £500 million in the […]
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