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The Muslim Lawyers Association of Nigeria (MULAN) has faulted the position of Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, on the proposed mass wedding of 100 orphans in Niger State. Besides, the Muslim lawyers declared that not less than five Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN) and 27 other members of the association have…
5 hours ago
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has established panels to investigate eight judges for alleged judicial misconduct. In a statement released on Friday, the Council announced that its Preliminary Complaints Assessment Committees had reviewed 35 petitions against judicial officers, deeming them to be meritorious. The legal body stated that petitions against 20 High Court judges across…
6 hours ago
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has protested what it termed the 'alleged media trial of Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle. The group staged a protest in Abuja, calling on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other anti-corruption bodies in Nigeria to subscribe and comply fully with…
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There was a commotion on Friday morning at the White House section of the National Assembly (NASS) following the alleged brutalisation of two senior staff by personnel of the Department of State Services (DSS). The pandemonium broke out around 11:45 am at the gate linking the Senate's new building with the White House when the…
7 hours ago
Justice Mohammed Liman of the Federal High Court in Lagos State has convicted a medical doctor and founder of MedContour Services Ltd., Dr. Anuoluwapo Adepoju, for conducting a failed plastic surgery resulting in the death of Nneka Onwuzuligbo in 2020. The justice found her guilty and sentenced her to a one-year jail term with the…
News
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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State on Friday joined his Northwest counterparts on advocacy meeting with the officials of United Nations (UN) in Abuja. Those at the meeting alongside Yusuf were Governors of Kaduna, Uba Sani; Katsina, Ummaru Dikko Radda; Jigawa, Mohammad Namadi; Zamfara, Dauda Lawan Dare; and the deputy governor of Sokoto State…
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Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, on Friday again met with the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, in Washington D.C. This is the second meeting of the two government officials this year. Blinken had earlier in January held bilateral talks in Abuja during the former’s visit to Nigeria and meeting with President…
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We see Africans making strides to make ends meet all over Europe, America, and the other Western world. These strides make us Africans, because we always put in our best in whatever we do. However, that might not be the case when Africans are in Africa. I have traveled all over the world as a…
2 hours ago
The United States Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria has announced that the U.S.-Nigeria Open Skies Air Transport Agreement went into effect on Monday, May 13, 2024. The U.S. consulate disclosed this agreement on its website on Friday, This bilateral agreement, which has been provisionally applied since 2000, establishes a modern civil aviation relationship with Nigeria…
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Joseph Aloba, the father of the late musician Mohbad, has refuted claims circulating on social media that he accused prominent lawyer, Femi Falana, of threatening his life. READ ALSO: Autopsy did not ascertain cause of Mohbad’s death, pathologist tells court Following the controversial death of the singer, whose real name is Ilerioluwa Promise Oladimeji Aloba,…
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Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), has called for increased investments across Africa to foster rapid growth and development. Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, Dangote highlighted Africa's potential as the future epicenter of global progress and stressed the need for strategic investments to bolster indigenous industries. Dangote cautioned against…
4 hours ago
A one-storey building collapse in Minna, the capital of Niger State, has resulted in multiple people being trapped under debris. According to ChannelsTV emergency responders rushed to the scene and managed to rescue seven individuals, who are currently receiving medical attention at Minna General Hospital. The incident occurred at the bustling New Market Area, a…
4 hours ago
An Inspector of Police, Adabo Mohammed, has been dismissed for offences of criminal conspiracy, armed robbery/kidnapping, and corrupt practice. Apart from Adabo, some other officers were dismissed. According to police spokesman, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the dismissed officer, along with five others were members of an armed robbery gang responsible for the robbery of the sum…
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A Director with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Abdulkadir Abbas, testified on Friday before a Federal High Court in Abuja, detailing how Binance Holdings Ltd breached Nigerian law to operate naira peer-to-peer services in exchange for crypto assets. Abbas, the Director of Registration, Exchanges, and Market Infrastructure Department at SEC, revealed this while giving…
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The Director NFVCB, Dr. Shaibu Husseini appeals to filmmakers to produce quality and fitting content
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The Executive Director of the National Film and Video Censors Board, Director, Dr. Shaibu Husseini sat with GuardianTV to discuss video regulations in Nigeria. He also appeals to Nigerian filmmakers to produce quality and fitting content.
Sport
4 hours ago
Tyson Fury shoved and swore at Oleksandr Usyk at the weigh-in on Friday as the build-up to their historic undisputed heavyweight clash exploded into life. A shirtless Fury eyeballed the Ukrainian and then pushed him angrily, sparking a brief melee on stage, before hurling a series of F-bombs at his opponent. "We're ready to rock…
4 hours ago
Feyenoord coach Arne Slot confirmed on Friday that he would be replacing Jurgen Klopp as manager of Liverpool next season. "There hasn't be an official announcement yet -- but I don't think it will come as news to you that I will be coach there next season," Slot told reporters. The BBC said last month…
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Jurgen Klopp said Friday he has experienced the "most intense" week of his life as he prepares to bring down the curtain on his trophy-filled Liverpool reign.
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Massimiliano Allegri is close to being sacked by Juventus on Friday after exploding with anger during his team's midweek Italian Cup triumph, according to widespread reports in local media.
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Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou said he suffered "cold sweats" worrying that his integrity could be questioned over his side's midweek match against Manchester City, which the champions won 2-0.
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Pep Guardiola has warned that Manchester City cannot take anything for granted as they seek to claim an unprecedented fourth consecutive Premier League title against West Ham on Sunday.
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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State on Friday joined his Northwest counterparts on advocacy meeting with the officials of United Nations (UN) in Abuja. Those at the meeting alongside Yusuf were Governors of Kaduna, Uba Sani; Katsina, Ummaru Dikko Radda; Jigawa, Mohammad Namadi; Zamfara, Dauda Lawan Dare; and the deputy governor of Sokoto State…
21 mins ago
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, on Friday again met with the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, in Washington D.C. This is the second meeting of the two government officials this year. Blinken had earlier in January held bilateral talks in Abuja during the former’s visit to Nigeria and meeting with President…
55 mins ago
We see Africans making strides to make ends meet all over Europe, America, and the other Western world. These strides make us Africans, because we always put in our best in whatever we do. However, that might not be the case when Africans are in Africa. I have traveled all over the world as a…
2 hours ago
The United States Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria has announced that the U.S.-Nigeria Open Skies Air Transport Agreement went into effect on Monday, May 13, 2024. The U.S. consulate disclosed this agreement on its website on Friday, This bilateral agreement, which has been provisionally applied since 2000, establishes a modern civil aviation relationship with Nigeria…
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Editorial
19 hours ago
The incessant disregard for the rule of law in Nigeria constitutes a major threat to her nascent democracy, but the operators of the Constitution are disinterested in addressing this fundamental issue because they are the principal culprits.
Features
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Nigeria had an impressive outing at the 2024 SABRE Africa Awards which was held after the annual African Public Relations Association (APRA) Conference in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Public relations and integrated marketing communications firm, Chain Reactions Africa won in seven categories including CEO of the Year, Public Affairs, & Public Sector/Government, for the Lagos Blue…
Stories of The Week
8 May
In many cultures, gecko lizards have been traditionally viewed as harmless creatures, often revered and protected from harm. The Igbos call it Agu Uno, in Hausa land they call it Tsaka, and Ọmọ onílé in Yorùbá. However, recent accounts shared online have painted a different picture, casting these once-friendly house guests in a negative light.…
4 days ago
The United Alliance African Grant (UAAG), a vital component of the United African States (UAS) Human and Infrastructural Development Project, was birthed on March 9, 2023 through an official broadcast by the Grant’s Country-Director (CD), Dr. Ken Nwakanma...
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As Lagos-Calabar coastal road continues to be dogged by controversy, the promoter of the Eko Atlantic City, South Energyx Nigeria Limited has revealed that the reroute of the project cost them N87 billion losses.
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Lead British International School student, Namtira Bwala, has instituted a civil suit against the school following the viral video released on the internet a few weeks ago where she was seen being bullied by her fellow students. The lawsuit was filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja by Deji Adeyanju…
Business
8 hours ago
When Fly ZeJet officially launched its operations on March 23, 2023, it made history as Cameroon's first privately-owned scheduled airline. With a fleet of three (03) Embraer ERJ-145 aircraft, each with a 50-passenger capacity, acquired for a total investment of around 4 billion CFA francs, and a team of around forty dedicated employees, Fly ZeJet…
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Shareholders of Berger Paints Nigeria Plc have endorsed the firm's total dividend of N232 million total dividend, bringing the final dividend to N1 per share. The investors also commended the management for its resourcefulness in improving the company's fortunes which translated into paying competitive dividends and an assurance for increased shareholder value. Commenting on the…
18 hours ago
As part of efforts aimed at improving access to finance for small business owners across the country, Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) said it has disbursed more than N787 billion to over 495,000 micro, small, and medium-scale enterprises
Columnists
16 hours ago
To concretise the initiative, N100 billion has been earmarked for the take off of the first phase. According to available reports, the phase one of the scheme would kick off with the civil service. Thereafter, its cascading effect shall be felt by other segments of the Nigerian public.
19 hours ago
There is an unending debate on sources of funding for the universities—especially public universities. First is the unyielding entitlement philosophy in which parents, students and the labour unions believe that the government
Guardian Life
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Forget the age-old boring weekend breakfast, or another lazy morning thinking about what to buy from mama-put next door. Try this recipe, for a perfect Saturday-fit, Potato pancake. This Saturday, are you wondering what to eat for a perfect Saturday morning? Here's what to try, you will thank me later. You should give a healthy…
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The vibrant and culturally rich tradition of Aso-Ebi holds a special place in Nigerian social gatherings and events. From weddings to celebrations, Aso-Ebi is a staple in the Nigerian community. The term ‘Aso-Ebi’ is a Yoruba phrase that translates to ‘family cloth’. Traditionally, these matching outfits are worn by family members and close friends during…
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Grammy-winning artist Billie Eilish has released her highly anticipated third studio album, ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’. This marks her thrilling return to the music scene. Eilish surprised her fans by releasing the album without any prior singles, allowing listeners to consume the album in its entirety at once. The album arrived on May 17,…
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A shocking video has surfaced online showing music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs assaulting his former girlfriend, Casandra ‘Cassie’ Ventura. The incident reportedly took place in a hotel hallway in 2016. It has now found its way to the social media round table. The footage, captured from multiple angles and recently obtained by CNN, shows Combs…
Technology
8 hours ago
Born in 1986 in Obudu, Cross River State, Ugi Augustine Ugi’s life was marked by the challenges of being diagnosed with sickle cell disease. Spending a significant portion of his childhood in and out of hospitals, he became acutely aware of the stark contrast between his fragile health and that of his siblings and schoolmates.…
2 days ago
Huawei has expressed satisfaction with the Nigerian government’s digital transformation agenda, even as the company has canvassed support for cloudification and decarbonisation among its partners and customers across the country.
2 days ago
Luxembourg-based satellite operator, SES has agreed to purchase rival Intelsat for €2.8 billion, after previous merger talks between the two firms fell through last year.
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Nigerian start-ups are leading an epic AI innovation race with innovative digital solutions solving cross-continental challenges, as the very best from Africa’s largest economy take centre stage at the rising Silicon Valley’s largest tech and start-up event in Marrakech, Morocco, later this month.
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Google has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a programme dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. This year, the programme introduces a significant upgrade: business-focused AI training integrated directly into the curriculum. SMBs are the backbone of Africa’s economy, yet many face challenges accessing…
2 days ago
SHELT System Integration (SHELT SI) has announced the achievement of Cisco Select Partner certification in Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering top-tier networking and security solutions to businesses across the region.