Category: Nigeria
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Bill Gates’ New Playground: Closing the Microsoft Gates, Planting ‘One ID’ Roots, and Sowing GMO Seeds
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Bill Gates’ New Playground: Gates’ ventures in Nigeria raise trust questions. Shutdowns, tech, and GMOs spark curiosity. Nigeria seeks genuine benefits amidst innovation. Bill Gates has always been at the forefront of technological and agricultural innovation, but his recent ventures in Nigeria have left many wondering: Is Nigeria the billionaire’s…
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Dividing Nigeria: Sanusi’s Stance on the Illusion of Regionalism
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Dividing Nigeria, Emir Sanusi II critiques regionalism, advocates for cohesive national identity, questions bicameral legislature, and calls for efficient governance focused on unity and accountable leadership. In a thought-provoking interview, the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, offered a piercing critique of Nigeria’s political system. His analysis not only questions…
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Southeast Legends and Achievers Award: Celebrating Greatness in Anambra
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From Local Icons to Regional Titans: Southeast Legends and Achievers Award 2024 After a year-long hiatus, the prestigious Southeast Legends and Achievers Award (SELAA), previously known as the Anambra Legends and Achievers Awards (ALAA), is poised to make a dazzling comeback with its much-anticipated third edition. Themed “Encouraging & Celebrating…
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Kano Royal Rumble: Court Awards N10 Million Damages Amid Kano Throne Tussle
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Kano Royal Rumble continues as Court orders N10 million compensation for Bayero, upholding his rights amid the power struggle with Sanusi for the Kano throne, escalating the ongoing royal conflict. The dramatic saga of Kano’s royal throne continues to unfold, bringing new twists and legal battles to the forefront. Alhaji…
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FBI in Nigeria: A Digital Dance of Diplomacy or a Tangled Web?
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FBI in Nigeria: Tinubu calls for stronger ties to combat cybercrime, as US court sets new date on motion to release his records. This alliance aims to enhance security and international cooperation. In a move that’s bound to set the stage for a global power play against cybercrime and terrorism,…
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Nigerians Might Want to Start Checking Out Their New State of Origin
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New State proposals by CIEN aim to restructure Nigeria into 55 states, promoting symmetric federalism for equity and empowering indigenous groups against settler colonialism and environmental degradation. In a bold move, the Coalition of Indigenous Ethnic Nationalities (CIEN) has proposed a radical restructuring of Nigeria, potentially changing the country’s map…
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Minimum Wage Standoff: Labour Demands ₦250k Government Offers ₦62k, Stalemate Looms
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Minimum Wage Standoff: Labour insists on ₦250,000, government offers ₦62,000. Stalemate persists, strike threat looms. The ongoing negotiations over Nigeria’s minimum wage have reached a critical juncture, with organized labor threatening to resume a nationwide strike if the government fails to meet its demands. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and…
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Democracy Day Drama: Nigeria’s Annual June 12 Tragi-Comedy of Falling with Style
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Democracy Day in Nigeria, celebrated on June 12, has historically been a mix of tragedy and comedy, and this year was no exception. The event took a comedic turn as President Bola Tinubu stumbled while climbing the steps of a vehicle at Eagle Square in Abuja. Described as a “mild…