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President Tinubu co-chair Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission  with President Ramaphosa Pesidents Tinubu and Ramaphosa President Tinubu co-chair Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission  with President Ramaphosa. President Bola Tinubu will leave France on Monday for Cape Town, South Africa, to co-chair the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa. The presidential BNC, scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, will be preceded by a ministerial meeting on December 2, 2024, at the South African Parliament Building in Cape Town. President Tinubu and President Ramaphosa will engage in substantive talks on a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including…

Lagos didn’t put any ban on satchet water Water in sachet Lagos didn’t put any ban on satchet water. My attention has been drawn to a viral video showing some individuals bursting sachet water packs at factories and on buses. I wish to categorically state that these individuals are not enforcement officers from any Lagos State Government agency or the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources. Upon investigation, it was confirmed that the individuals in question are enforcement officers from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). Their actions are part of an…

EFCC has made single biggest asset recovery in years EFCC has made single biggest asset recovery in years. Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie, on Monday gave a ruling on a final forfeiture of an estate in Abuja measuring 150,500 square metres and containing 753 units of duplexes and other apartments. This is the single largest asset recovery by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, since its inception in 2003. The estate rests on on Plot 109 Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, Abuja. The forfeiture of the property to the federal government by a former top brass of the government was pursuant…

Oyo increases budget by 70% for Persons with Disabilities Oyo increases budget by 70% for persons with disabilities. The Oyo State Government has increased the 2025 capital budgetary allocation for Persons with Disabilities by over 70 per cent of what they received in 2024. The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde disclosed this in Ibadan, during the celebration of the 2024 Stakeholders summit and International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Makinde, represented by his Deputy, Bayo Lawal spoke on how the government has fared with the welfare of the disability community in his over four-year administration. He noted that all…

‘Brain Rot’ announced Oxford Word of the Year 2024 Brain rot ‘Brain Rot’ announced Oxford Word of the Year 2024. Oxford Languages has declared ‘brain rot’ as the Oxford Word of the Year for 2024, reflecting the evolving concerns surrounding online culture and its impact on mental well-being. This decision, made public on Monday through a press release on the Oxford Press website, marks a significant cultural moment as ‘brain rot’ surged in usage, especially among younger generations. Defined as “the supposed deterioration of a person’s mental or intellectual state, especially viewed as a result of overconsumption of material (now…

As UNIBEN’s 11th VC, Omoregie has assumed duty Prof. Edoba Omoregie (PC: Abubakar O. Sulaiman, X) As UNIBEN’s 11th VC, Omoregie has assumed duty. Prof. Edoba Omoregie of the Faculty of Law on Monday assumed office as the 11th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin. In his inaugural speech, Omoregie pledged to revolutionise the university and create an environment where students, faculty, and staff feel valued and supported in their academic and career pursuits. The professor of Private Property Law, who took over from Prof. Lilian Salami, expressed optimism that innovative funding, prioritising access to public university education, infrastructural…

Lookman, not in the number as FIFPRO unveils 2024 men’s world XI finalists Lookman, not in the number as FIFPRO unveils 2024 men’s world XI finalists. Ademola Lookman and other Nigerian stars were notably absent as FIFPRO, on Monday, unveiled the final shortlist for the 2024 Men’s World XI, featuring 26 of the world’s top-performing footballers. The prestigious accolade, voted on exclusively by professional players, saw over 21,000 men’s footballers from 70 countries cast their votes for the standout performers between 21 August 2023 and 14 July 2024. Although Lookman’s stellar season in Serie A had sparked hopes of his…

Nollywood Actress Nons Miraj IS Unveiling Dating App For Singles Finding Relationships Nons Miraj Nollywood Actress Nons Miraj IS Unveiling Dating App For Singles Finding Relationships. Popular actress, comedian, and influencer, Chinonso Ukah, a.k.a. Nons Miraj, is set to launch a dating App to help singles discover genuine relationships. This was contained in a statement issued and made available to journalists on Sunday by Nons Miraj’s Brand Manager, Becky Joe. Joe said the Hunt Games dating App to be launched on December 4 in Lagos is designed for singles to find their perfect matches. “At its core, this app is…

CEOs Network Africa Gala Night 2024: Tafida, Banki, Senator Kaka, Others Receive Recognitions CEOs Network Africa Gala Night 2024: Tafida, Banki, Senator Kaka, Others Receive Recognitions. The CEOs Network Africa Gala Night 2024, scheduled for December 15, at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, will celebrate extraordinary contributions to leadership, innovation, mentorship, and cultural heritage through its prestigious non-voting award categories. Among the notable honourees are Alhaji Murtala Garba Tafida, chairman of Azirah Oil and Gas and founder of the MGT Foundation, recognised for his philanthropic impact in health, education, and sports; Mr. Mustapha Tijjani Banki, CEO…

CBN presents new website today Yemi Cardoso CBN presents new website today. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched its newly redesigned website, www.cbn.gov.ng, scheduled to go live on Dec. 2. Acting Director, Corporate Communications, CBN, Mrs Hakama Sidi Ali, made this known in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. “We are pleased to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website (www.cbn.gov.ng), which will be operational on Monday, December 2, 2024. “The redesigned website introduces a variety of new content, which encompasses a broader spectrum of information regarding the bank’s mandate. “Additionally, the website is responsive to mobile…