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World Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Disability-Inclusive WASH Services in Nigeria
The World Bank has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that persons with disabilities have equitable access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services in Nigeria through its $700…
ICPC Retracts Student Loan Mismanagement Allegation, Cites Statement Error
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has withdrawn its earlier claim of discrepancies in the disbursement of student loans under the Nigeria…
Wike Heads to China to Finalise Water Supply Deal for FCT Satellite Towns
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, is travelling to China to advance talks on a major water supply project aimed at improving access to potable water in…
Davido Gifts Wife Chioma Mercedes G63 AMG for Her 30th Birthday
Nigerian music star Davido made headlines once again as he gifted his wife, Chioma Avril Adeleke, a brand-new Mercedes Benz G63 AMG to mark her 30th birthday.
Chioma, who turned…
Kaduna Govt, UNICEF Intensify Response as Measles Kills Two Children in Zaria
The Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with UNICEF, has intensified efforts to contain a measles outbreak in Zaria that has killed at least two children and infected over 20…
Edo Government Dethrones 3 Monarchs over Alleged Breach of Traditional, Legal Rules
The Edo State Government has dethroned three traditional rulers across Etsako West and Etsako East Local Government Areas over alleged violations of established traditional and…
Court Jails Singer Portable for Three Months Over Assault, Theft Charges
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Olalomi Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been sentenced to three months in prison by an Ogun State Magistrate Court after being found…
E-Money Celebrates Release After EFCC Arrest Over Alleged Dollar Spraying
Business mogul E-Money has spoken out following his release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after his arrest on allegations of abusing…
EFCC Probes 30 over Suspected Yahoo Training School in Benin
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Benin Zonal Directorate, have begun investigation into 30 individuals arrested at a suspected internet fraud…
European Bank Opens First West African Office in Lagos, Nigeria Eyes Electric…
Nigeria has deepened its international economic ties with two major developments this week: the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is establishing its first West African…