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The Rains Are Here, Again!

Like a recurring decimal, it is that time of the year when they present with alarming intensity and deadly frequency – engendering flash floodings, erosions and landslides. These consequential natural disasters threaten lives and properties in various nooks and crannies of the country. Which is why the Nigerian government last week alerted that 1,249 communities […]
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Afrobeats: From Local Sound to Global Phenomenon

Afrobeats, once a niche genre rooted in the streets of Lagos and Accra, has exploded into a worldwide sensation, dominating global music charts and influencing international artists. With its infectious rhythms, vibrant melodies, and deeply cultural storytelling, Afrobeats has successfully transcended borders, becoming one of Africa’s most celebrated cultural exports. The
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The Senate And Banana Peel

Banana peels were words that were frequently used in the Senate during the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo between 1999 and 2007. The words were used particularly to describe the scheming that took place at the National Assembly at that time. The banana peels were obstacles or temptations placed before the Senate Presidents to make […]
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The 4% Customs administrative charge: A key to Nigeria’s economic resilience and growth

By Abayomi Odunowo The recent implementation of a 4% Customs Administrative Charge on the Free On-Board (FOB) value of imports has sparked significant debate, particularly from figures like former Senate President Bukola Saraki, who raises alarms about possible inflation and the burden this places on consumers and businesses. While initial reactions may portray this policy
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Facts about the libido

By Dr Oge Ilegbune Case Story: A 41-year-old lady presents to her GP for an annual heath review. She is married with two teenage children. She seemingly has no significant health complaint or medical history. In exploring her sexual history as part of a complete holistic history, she mentions she has had low libido because […]
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21 nations hesitant as AfCFTA takes off

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement comes into effect yesterday (January 1, 2021) but Zambia is one of the 21 countries that have not yet deposited their instruments of ratification. Zambia’s Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Christopher Yaluma, disclosed at a media briefing in Lusaka that the official launch of AfCFTA will […]
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Breaking: Resident doctors finally suspend strike

Members of the National Association of Resident Doctors have suspended the ongoing strike. The association’s President, Aliyu Sokomba, made this known this on Thursday evening. READ ALSO: Replace resident doctors with corps members — FG Sokomba, however, said that notwithstanding the suspension of the industrial action, negotiations with Federal Government will continue on
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Lagos State Health Commissioner recovers from COVID-19

The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, has recovered from COVID-19 infection, a week after contracting the virus. Mr Gbenga Omotoso, the state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, made this known in a statement issued on Monday in Lagos. READ ALSO: BREAKING: Lagos commissioner for health tests positive… “It is with gratitude to […]
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We wanted Uwa for rituals – Suspects confess

The six suspects who allegedly raped and killed Uwaila Vera Omozuwa, a 100-Level Microbiology student of the University of Benin, in a church in Ihovbe quarters in Benin, have confessed to the crime, Daily Times Nigeria reports. The Edo State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Johnson Kokumo, on Wednesday who paraded the six suspects identified them as […]