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Atiku finally granted US visa, jets out of Nigeria
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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Atiku finally granted US visa, jets out of Nigeria

Former Vice President and Presidential aspirant of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has ultimately obtained a visa to the United States. The Cable conveys that a family insider reveals Atiku has departed Nigeria for the United Kingdom, from where he will proceed to the US. This development follows a dispute regarding his inability to travel to the United States due to corruption accusations that have shadowed his persona since he served as Vice President 15 years prior. Atiku had been restricted from entering the US for 13 years based on concerns that he could be apprehended by officials following an FBI probe into bribery associated with him and former US congressman, William Jefferson, in 2004. His conflict with US officials commenced after the FBI scrutinized a bribery scandal invo...
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Buhari leaves Nigeria tomorrow to Saudi Arabia for OIC conference
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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Buhari leaves Nigeria tomorrow to Saudi Arabia for OIC conference

Just 24 hours post his inauguration, President Muhammadu Buhari is set to depart Abuja on Thursday, May 29, to participate in the OIC summit in Saudi Arabia – The summit is scheduled for Friday, May 31, and aims to deliberate on matters like terrorism and perilous extremism – The president will also seize the moment to engage with global leaders on the necessity to invest in Nigeria and generate employment opportunities. President Muhammadu Buhari is departing Abuja on Thursday, May 29, for the summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. As per Buhari's presidential aide, the 14th session of the Summit is slated for Friday, May 31, and will be presided over by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The summit is expected to welcome various heads of st...
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President Buhari back to Nigeria after OIC summit in Saudi Arabia
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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President Buhari back to Nigeria after OIC summit in Saudi Arabia

President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Nigeria following his participation in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation summit in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. According to reports from the Presidency, the Nigerian leader's aircraft landed in the Federal Capital Territory Abuja approximately 5 hours after departing from Jeddah in the Kingdom of Arabia. Presidential assistant, Bashir Ahmad, shared images of the president’s arrival. Ahmad also detailed some of the engagements that President Buhari was involved in at the summit. He enumerated his contributions there, tweeting: “During his address at the Summit, President Buhari expressed gratitude to the OIC for its numerous initiatives under the Special Programme for the Development of Africa and the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Developm...
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Senegal vs Nigeria: How Flying Eagles were eliminated in FIFA U-20 World Cup
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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Senegal vs Nigeria: How Flying Eagles were eliminated in FIFA U-20 World Cup

The Senegal vs Nigeria Round of 16 under 20 World Cup contest didnot end in favor of Nigeria! The Flying Eagles were eliminated from the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in Poland following a 2-1 defeat against the determined Senegalese team. The Flying Eagles experienced a 2-1 loss to their fellow Africans Senegal in a Round of 16 clash that took place on Monday evening. Paul Aigbogun’s side entered halftime trailing by two goals, with Amadou Sagna and Ibrahima Niane scoring for the Young Terranga Lions. Aniekeme Okon scored one for Nigeria five minutes after the break, but they were unable to find the back of the net again. Senegal will now face the winner of the match between Japan and South Korea in the quarterfinals.
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MTN announces closure of all shops in Nigeria
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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MTN announces closure of all shops in Nigeria

The reprisal xenophobic assaults currently happening in Nigeria has led MTN Nigeria to announce the shutdown of all outlets across the country. This is included in a tweet displayed below. Yesterday, MTN Nigeria released a communiqué outlining its stance on the xenophobic assaults in South Africa. The assaults predominantly impact Nigerians, prompting numerous individuals on social platforms to vow to boycott goods from South Africa. In response, MTN, a telecommunications firm from South Africa, declared that they oppose the assaults driven by animosity and intolerance. The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Ferdi Moolman, provided the statement below.
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US government promises consequences in its relationship with Nigeria over Sowore’s case
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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US government promises consequences in its relationship with Nigeria over Sowore’s case

Senator Robert Menendez, an American lawmaker serving as the senior United States Senator from New Jersey, a position he has maintained since 2006, has responded to the ongoing political turmoil between the State Security Service, self-designated as the Department of State Services, and the organizer of the Revolution Now initiative, Sowore Omoyele. In a now-famous video, Menendez pledged the involvement of the United States in the matter, as he clearly articulated that not only does the DSS lack justification to disregard the court's orders in a democratic system, but the individual in question, Omoyele Sowore, has not breached any laws by exercising his right to free speech. The Senator commented; “The United States is observing and the global community is paying attention. I am con...
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Top 10 wealthiest people in Nigeria in 2021 and their net worth
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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Top 10 wealthiest people in Nigeria in 2021 and their net worth

Top 10 wealthiest people in Nigeria in 2021 and their net worth Even in the face of the economic hardship, many Nigerians are going through, it, however, doesn’t mean no Nigerians are living the big life. Although the economic situation has impacted rich people in the country, it, however, doesn’t mean they can’t afford to live the kind of life they crave. During the 2020 pandemic, there was a case of one Nigerian billionaire that bought luxurious cars for his three daughters at a go. Despite having this money, the big fishes are not giving up anytime soon as they continue to put their money into different kinds of investment. A popular song says, “Dangote still dey find the money.” The singer is correct as Alh. Aliko Dangote, who remains the richest black man globally, is...
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Access Bank code, buy Airtime, transfer money to banks in Nigeria 2021
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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Access Bank code, buy Airtime, transfer money to banks in Nigeria 2021

Access Bank code to buy Airtime & transfer money to other banks in Nigeria 2021 When it comes to the list of the top biggest banks with a vast customer base, Access Bank will be among the top five in Nigeria. Access Bank, which commenced operations in the country in 1989 and owned by Access Bank Group, is a multinational commercial bank and has grown to become one of the leading banks in the banking sector. The Bank further gained more prominence after its recent merger with Diamond Bank on 1 April 2019. It is now considered the largest bank in Africa. Following its recent merger with Diamond Bank, the bank now has a new logo, a signal for the commencement of a new enlarged banking entity. To help Access Bank customers in Nigeria to buy airtime and transfer money quick...
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Nigeria Navy rank, symbols and Salary structure 2021 update
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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Nigeria Navy rank, symbols and Salary structure 2021 update

Nigeria Navy rank, symbols and Salary structure 2021 update The Nigeria Navy is considered the strongest in West Africa, and also one of the strongest in Africa as a whole with substantial human resources and are well equipped. They work alongside other international allies to protect the Gulf of Guinea from maritime criminal activities, including kidnapping, oil thefts, piracy, marine ecological protection, subsurface warfare, espionage, and territorial violation. The history of the Nigeria Navy dates back as far as 1914 when it was known as the Nigerian Marine; it later became the Nigerian Naval Force. However, in 1959, the Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II permitted Nigeria to use the title ‘Royal Nigerian Navy’; it was later changed to the Nigerian Navy in 1963 the cou...
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Richest States in Nigeria: Top 10 in 2021 update
16Mar By Emeka OkaforNo Comments
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Richest States in Nigeria: Top 10 in 2021 update

Richest States in Nigeria: Top 10 in 2021 update Nigeria is one of the most leading countries on the Africa continent and one of the most popular in the world. The country, which is tagged the giant of Africa as well, also holds the record of being the most populous black people in the world. Despite the rate of corruption in the country, it continues to thrive. There are beliefs that some nations would not survive the level of corruption the country has and is still facing. For those who don’t know, Nigeria comprises 36 States and six regions, namely, the South West, South East, South-South, North Central, North East and the North West. Even with the level of hardship in the country, some states are considered vital states which are doing quite well for themselves. We ...
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