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SPOTIFY NAMES OLAMIDE AS MOST INFLUENTIAL STREET POP ARTIST.

The online streaming giant Spotify recently acknowledged Nigerian rapper and record executive OLAMIDE as the most influential street pop artist of his generation. In recognizing his pivotal role, Spotify highlighted his significant contribution to elevating Street Pop to a prominent position within mainstream music genres.BENEWAAH BOATENG, Spotify's editor for West Africa, shared this recognition in Lagos, emphasizing OLAMIDE's impact since his breakout with the hit single "ENI DURO." Boateng noted […]

todayDecember 21, 2023

News

ALEX OTTI TO INTRODUCE SPECIAL WELFARE PACKAGE IN THE STATE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM IN 2024.

Abia State Governor, ALEX OTTI, recently unveiled plans to implement a specialized welfare program within the state's healthcare system come 2024. During the inauguration of the inaugural Abia State Council on Health in UMUAHIA, themed “PROVIDING AN ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, AND QUALITY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM FOR THE NEW ABIA,” OTTI highlighted the significant impact of the 'JAPAsyndrome' on the health sector. This phenomenon sees health workers seeking better opportunities abroad, thereby straining […]

todayDecember 21, 2023

National

PORT HARCOURT REFINERY RECOMMENCES OPERATION.

Recent reports have brought to light the long-awaited initiation of operations at the PORT HARCOURT Refining Company (PHRC) Limited, a facility boasting a substantial combined capacity of 210,000 barrels per day. This news marks a significant milestone in the realm of oil production and refining. A video circulating online has captured a crucial moment: the refinery's flare, a telltale sign denoting the commencement of oil refining processes. This visual confirmation […]

todayDecember 21, 2023

National

PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES 50% CUT IN COST OF INTER-STATE TRANSPORTATION.

President BOLA TINUBU has announced a 50% cut in the fares charges by commercial buses on inter-state routes during the Yuletide. Minister of Solid Minerals, DELE ALAKE who announced the development today, noted that all train routes are free beginning from Thursday December 21st 2023 to 4th January 2024. He also explained that air transportation was exempted as it was for privileged individuals, stressing that the initiative was a presidential […]

todayDecember 20, 2023

Sports

ASTON VILLA MANAGER UNAI EMERY EYEING KELECHI IHEANACHO FOR JANUARY TRANSFER

There are indications that Aston Villa manager, UNAI EMERY will look to bring KELECHI IHEANACHO to the Villa Park when the transfer window reopens in January. IHEANACHO’S contract with LEICESTER CITY, is set to run out on June 30, 2024 and he is not likely to sign an extension and could leave on a free transfer next summer if Leicester City failed to sell him next month. According to reports, […]

todayDecember 20, 2023

News

BONIFACE WINS FIFTH CONSECUTIVE ROOKIE OF THE MONTH AWARD.

Bayer Leverkusen’s, VICTOR BONIFACE has won the Rookie of the Month award for a fifth consecutive time this season. The 22-year-old who had previously won the award in August, September, October and November, has scored three goals and provided two assists in three league appearances for Xabi Alonso’s side this month. The Nigeria international will hope to add to the tally when they  take on Bochum in their final game […]

todayDecember 20, 2023

News

ENUGU STATE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE VOWS TO DEAL RUTHLESSLY WITH VIOLENT CRIMINALS

The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, CP, Kanayo Uzegbu has reiterated its commitment in dealing ruthlessly with unrepentant violent criminals and their activities in Enugu State. In a statement issued yesterday through the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP, Daniel Ndukwe, revealed that the police command serving in Hawk Tactical Squad, yesterday responded to credible information and rescued four kidnapped victims in a forest yesterday at Agbogazi-Nike […]

todayDecember 20, 2023

National

NIIGERIAN TELECOM OPERATORS SET FEBRUARY, 2024, DEADLINE TO DISCONNECT UNLINKED SIMS.

The Telecommunications Operators in Nigeria have announced February 28, 2024, as the deadline to disconnect Subscriber Identification Modules, SIMs not connected to the National Identity Number. The chairman Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria GBENGA ADEBAYO who confirmed this yesterday said the directive to deactivate SIMs not linked to NIN is from the Nigerian Communications Commission NCC. The development came after the federal government issued several NIN-SIM linkage deadlines […]

todayDecember 20, 2023

National

RIVERS STATE ASSEMBLY OFFICIALLY WITHDRAWS IMPEACHMENT NOTICE AGAINST GOVERNOR FUBARA.

The Rivers State House of Assembly has officially withdrawn the impeachment notice against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This was announced during a session on the house floor, where lawmakers said the move was a mark of respect for President Bola Tinubu. The decision to withdraw the impeachment notice comes in the wake of a sitting held this morning, involving 26 lawmakers loyal to the immediate past Governor of the state and […]

todayDecember 20, 2023

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