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Nigeria: Women Protest, Say Our Husbands Abandon Us for Over 6 Yrs Power Outage
Hundreds of women from Alaba-Oro, Mosafejo and Amukoko area of Lagos on Thursday stormed the Marina headquarters of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), protesting over six years epileptic power supply. The all-women protesters prevented workers and visitors from entering EKEDC premises and caused traffic gridlock on the ever-busy Lagos Marina.
Nigeria: Govt Set to Upgrade the Nation's Oil and Gas Infrastructure
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr Ibe Kachikwu say plans are ongoing to upgrade the nation's oil and gas infrastructure. Kachikwu said this during a stakeholders' workshop to review the challenges of the Nigeria's Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) sector. According to him, it is time for Nigeria to harness alternative fuel sources like LPG as under-recovery from the importation and sale of petrol at the government-regulated price of N145 per litre has hit N1.4 trillion.
Nigeria: Stephen Keshi Stadium, Ready in May - Governor Okowa
Delta State Governor Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa has expressed confidence that the Stephen Keshi Stadium will be ready for use in May. Addressing newsmen after the inspection visit to the stadium in Asaba Governor Okowa said the stadium will be ready in May and will be able to host national competitions.
Nigeria: Politicians, Not Herdsmen, Kidnappers, Boko Haram, Are Greatest Threat to Security - Okogie
By Sam EyobokaCatholic Archbishop Emeritus of Lagos, Anthony Cardinal Okogie, said, yesterday, that the recent call by former Defence Minister, Lt. General Theophilus Danjuma (retd), for self-defence should normally cause apprehensions in the Presidency, since its legitimacy was in doubt. In his latest letter to the nation, entitled "We are waiting and watching 2," Okogie said the politician, rather than herdsmen, kidnappers and armed robbers, were the real threat to the nation's security.
Nigeria: Herdsmen Attack - Concern Brews Over Food Shortage, Dwindling Economy
By Nwabueze OkonkwoOnitsha — Participants at this year's third national breakfast meeting convened by authorities of Onitsha Business School (OBS) have decried dwindling national economy and predicted an acute shortage of food in the near future.
Nigeria: Obaland Music Award Makes Me Feel Like a Grammy Award Winner - Mlex Songz
interview Alex Obeheremen Usiabulu, popularly known as Mlex Songz, was born in Edo state and is getting ready to launch his new single Love Rain acoustic version. The song has become the singer's favourite as it has brought him various awards in Nigeria. Vanguard caught up with him and he spoke about his music and the music industry. Tell us about your background My name is Alex Obeheremen Usiabulu.
Nigeria: Finance Companies Seek CBN's Support On Cheap Funds
By Babajide KomolafeFinance Houses Association of Nigeria (FHAN) has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to facilitate access to cheap funds for finance companies. FHAN President and Managing Director/Chief Executive, CFS Finance Limited, Mrs. Bola Agunbiade, made this call while speaking at the stakeholders' luncheon organised by Crownrise Finance Plc to introduce the N1billion Crownrise Bond.
Nigeria: I'm Honoured, Says Banky W
By Benjamin NjokuUber has officially announced Bankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W as its new Uber brand ambassador in Nigeria for 2018, making him the first musician to be the face of the leading ride hailing technology in Nigeria. The musician, artist and entrepreneur was unveiled to select members of the public and media on Wednesday, at an upscale, invite-only cocktail event in Lagos.
Africa: Nigeria Still Africa's Biggest Market
Transsion Holdings, giant mobile phone (Tecno Mobile), has described Nigeria as still the biggest market in Africa in spite of some challenges. Mr Andy Yan, Vice President, Transsion Holdings, parent company of Tecno Mobile, made the assertion in Lagos at Tecno's Global Spring Launch. Newsmen report that Tecno unveiled Camon X Pro smartphone at the event held at the Eko Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos.
Nigeria: Jonathan Clarifies Position On Cambridge Analytica
By Emma UjahAbuja — Spokesman to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Mr. Ikechukwu Eze, has refuted media reports linking the Peoples' Democratic Party, PDP, to the controversial Cambridge Analytica saga. He clarified in a statement, yesterday, that he responded to a reporter's inquiry that Dr. Jonathan was not aware of the alleged involvement of the organization in the 2015 general elections in Nigeria.
Nigeria: France Vs Nigeria Friendly - Super Falcons Vow to Put Up a Fight
Super Falcons players are determined to avoid defeat, as they play against their French counterparts this evening in Le Mans. An interesting game is at hand, with Nigeria parading a mix of veterans and upcoming stars, while France, who finished in fourth place at the FIFA World Cup finals in Germany seven years ago, also boast a number of new prospects.
Nigeria: Buhari Insists On Probity to Secure Future of Nigerians
President Muhammadu Buhari has insisted that only probity, transparency and accountability in the public and private sectors that will secure the future of the country for all Nigerians, especially the youths. Buhari, who received a Letter of Credence from the Head of Delegation of the European Union to Nigeria, Mr Ketil Iversen Karlsen, on Thursday in Abuja restated the administration would continually promote the culture of honesty and integrity.
Nigeria: Critics of $1b Security Fund Playing Politics, Says Adesina
Presidential media adviser, Femi Adesina says those opposing or criticizing President Muhammadu Buhari's approval of one billion dollars for security funding are only playing politics with the lives of Nigerians. The Minister of Defence, retired Brig.-Gen. Mansur Dan-Ali had on Wednesday revealed that President Buhari had granted assent for the release of the one billion dollars fund for the procurement of security equipment to fight insecurity in the country.
Nigeria: Forex Abuses - Senate Urges Govt to Blacklist Culpable Companies, Banks
The Senate Committee on Customs, Excise and Tariffs on Thursday urged the Federal Government to blacklist companies and banks found culpable of engaging in foreign exchange abuses. Chairman of the committee, Sen. Hope Uzodinma, made the call while speaking to newsmen in Abuja. He said that in the committee's preliminary investigation into economic infractions, it found out that most companies were found to have abused Federal Government's fiscal policies.
Nigeria: Islamisation of Nigeria - I Don't Have Religious Agenda - Buhari
By Johnbosco AgbakwuruAbuja — President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday in Abuja said that his administration did not have any hidden religious agenda. The President also called on religious leaders to work towards the broader goal of building a strong and unified nation, and avoid insinuations that could divide the populace, especially along religious lines.
Africa: F-L-I-C-K-S! Commonwealth Games - Is England in Africa?
By Tony UbaniMistakes happen. Nobody is above mistakes, we were told very early in life. But in Catechism classes in Roman Catholic, we were also told that the Pope is infallible. It remains arguable to non Catholics who have maintained that no man is infallible except our Lord Jesus. Anyway, that is not the subject of my write-up. There are very embarrassing gaffes that one is not expected to make. But because they are mistakes, we find ourselves committing the blunders.
Nigeria: Abacha Loot - I Never Asked Nigeria for Extra Pay, Says Swiss Lawyer
Enrico Monfrini, a Swiss lawyer hired by the federal government since 1999 to work on recovering Abacha loot, has denied asking for additional fees, according to online portal, The Cable. His denial came on the heels of a syndicated article in Nigerian media seeking to justify the duplication of Monfrini's job by Abubakar Malami, the Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF.
Nigeria: Army Promotes 3,729 Troops Fighting Boko Haram in North East
By Joseph ErunkeAbuja — THE Nigerian Army has promoted a total of 3,729 soldiers engaged in internal security operations in the North East part of the country. The beneficiaries are the troops of Operation Lafiya Dole, who participated in the army's Operation Deep Punch II in Sambisa Forest.
Nigerian Teenager Stabbed to Death in London
An 18-year old boy stabbed on Wednesday, in Hackney, London, has been identified as Israel Ogunsola, the son of a Nigerian. Ogunsola's death is coming 10 days after Abraham Badru, son of Enitan Badru, a member of the House of Representatives, was shot dead in the UK. At least six Nigerians have been killed in London attacks in 2018 alone. Ogunsola, already injured, was said to have approached some officers in Link Street shortly before 8 pm.
Nigerians 'Insulted' By Deola Sagoe's 'Komole' Collection Advertorial
By Njideka AgboDeola Sagoe recently unveiled her collection Komole: Nigeria's Regal Gift To The World. The advertorial features four models from different races. Despite the Yoruba song playing in the background, this ad has come under serious critisicim as Nigerians have alleged it pays little or no attention to the Nigerian women who patronize her. Some have said that no white woman would want to be seen tying the gele unless it is a Nigerian wedding.
Hamstring Injury Shatters Nigerian Striker's World Cup Dream
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Nigeria Spends 5 Times Less Per Person On Healthcare Than South Africa
The Nigerian government has a “poor attitude” towards financing healthcare, a national newspaper stated recently. To make its case, it compared Nigeria’s health spend to that of South Africa. “It has been reported that South Africa spends about seven times more per head on healthcare than Nigeria does,” ThisDay’s article noted.
Nigeria: Ispon Restates Commitment to Developing Software Strategy for Nigeria
By Emma OkonjiThe President of Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON), Olorogun James Emadoye has restated the institute's commitment to develop a national software strategy for Nigeria. This, he said, is due to the importance of software innovation, which represents the mainstream of emerging economies and future businesses in Nigeria.
Nigeria: Three Killed, Seven Injured As Sign Pole Falls On Vehicle
By Odita Sunday, Tobi Awodipe and Eniola DanielThree persons were killed instantly with many injured when a bucket of a truck carrying granite stones pulled off and hit a signpost pole, which fell on a commercial bus yesterday at about 8:00a.m. at Ilasa bus-stop, on Apapa-Oshodi expressway. The Guardian gathered that the driver of the truck was returning from Mile 2, where he went to offload the granite, when its bucket pulled off in motion.
Africa: Eco-Farming Can Solve Hunger, Climate Crises, Experts Say
Asian farmers are growing rice and rearing fish in the same fields to increase their income and reduce weeds, while Ghanaians are using crop residues as compost to boost yields. Such eco-farming techniques could deliver nutritious, environmentally friendly food for a growing world, increase farmers' earnings and make farms more resilient to climate change, according to campaigners.
Nigeria: Obasanjo Wrong, Buhari Solving Problems Created By PDP Misrule - BVM
By Ochuko AkuophaOleh — A group, Buhari Volunteers Movement, BVM, yesterday described as baseless and politically driven, claims by former President Olusegun Obasanjo that the President Muhammadu Buhari administration has failed.
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