Tag: Nigeria
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Trillion-Naira Trouble: Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Hits a Roadblock
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The ambitious N15 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, initiated to connect major coastal cities in Nigeria, has hit a roadblock. The federal government, under the directive of President Bola Tinubu, has paused and redirected the project to preserve critical infrastructure and minimize the impact on local communities. A Controversial Undertaking…
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Nigeria Reverting to the Old National Anthem
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Nigeria Reverting to the Old National Anthem: House of Reps’ speedy bill passage raises suspicions. Will this change unite or distract the nation? In a rapid and unprecedented move, the Nigerian House of Representatives passed a bill to revert to the old national anthem, a decision met with both support…
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Sanusi Lamido Sanusi Reinstated as Emir of Kano
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Sanusi Lamido Sanusi is reinstated as Emir of Kano, after being dethroned in 2020, symbolizing tradition and reform. In a historic turn of events, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has been reinstated as the Emir of Kano, marking his second ascension to the throne of the ancient northern Nigerian city. Sanusi, previously…
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Benin Bronzes Back Home: Germany Returns Looted Artefacts to Nigeria
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Benin Bronzes, treasures of immense cultural and historical value, were returned to Nigeria on December 20, 2022, marking a monumental step by Germany in addressing its colonial past. This significant event, held in Abuja, was attended by Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who acknowledged the wrongs of the past and…
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Nigerian Education Loan Fund Portal Opens for Student Loan Applications on May 24, 2024
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The Nigeria student loan application just got easier with the announcement from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) opening its application portal on May 24, 2024. This step underscores President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to ensuring educational access for all Nigerian students. President Tinubu’s dedication to education reform was evident when…
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Nigeria Under Tinubu:Global Applause, Local Anguish
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Nigeria under Tinubu presents a paradox: While the international community lauds the nation’s progress under President Bola Tinubu, the stark realities on the ground tell a different story. Despite accolades from the United Nations (UN) and the United Kingdom (UK), many Nigerians grapple with daily hardships, including insecurity, economic difficulties,…
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Taxing Times: Nigeria’s Revenue Focus and Citizen’s Wallets
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Taxing -In the face of economic challenges, Nigeria’s Federal Government is intensifying efforts to boost revenue through taxation. The Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, underscored the significance of tax revenue, highlighting its status as the highest income source for the federation. Madein revealed that tax revenue has become crucial…
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Undersea Cable Damage Disrupts Internet in East Africa
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Recent damage to undersea cables has disrupted internet services in several East African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. This marks the third widespread disruption in Africa’s internet connectivity since the beginning of the year, raising concerns about the continent’s network vulnerabilities. The damage affected two crucial submarine cables,…