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“Nigerian lawmakers on Tuesday declined a proposal aiming to amend the constitution, which would have raised the educational qualifications required for presidential, gubernatorial, and legislative candidacy to a university degree level. Deputy Chief Whip Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, also known as Ijaya, sponsored the bill, contending that higher education standards are imperative for effective leadership. However,…
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The Registrar General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, disclosed on Tuesday, February 13, that social media content creators, Instagram users with larger followers, and TikTok users will soon be forced to register as businesses so they can start paying taxes to the government. The RG disclosed this during a visit by…
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In a collective sigh of relief, a Twitter user expressed gratitude as news spread that Tobywood, the subject of a recent search effort, has been found. The ordeal began when Shygoatblog reported last week that Tobi, also known as Tobywood, had gone missing, raising concerns among family, friends, and the community. According to the initial…
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“Tragic News! Renowned Nigerian Female TikToker ‘Mary,’ Known as ‘Enjoyment Don 75,’ Allegedly Fatally Shot Hours After Online Post Due to Dispute with Business Partners in Warri, Delta State. May Her Soul Rest in Peace.”

“Naira Plummets to Record Low Against US Dollar in Official Foreign Exchange Market The Nigerian currency has hit an unprecedented low against the US dollar, surpassing the N1,500 mark per dollar in the official market. This sharp decline marks the steepest fall in history, alarming both traders and observers. A trader interviewed by Legit.ng shed…
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Nigerian comedian, Ayo Makun, aka AY, has appealed to Nigerians to stop cyber bullying Alex Iwobi. AY, on his Instagram page, urged fans of Super Eagles to halt the cyber bullying towards Iwobi as his only crime was to come and represent his fatherland. Recall that Iwobi was one of the players who came under…
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“Federal Government Threatens 50% Expenditure Cut for Underperforming Power Distribution Companies in Nigeria The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, announced at the 1st NES Stakeholders Meeting of 2024 in Lagos, plans to penalize power distribution companies (Discos) falling short of industry standards. Each Disco’s performance will be scrutinized individually, potentially resulting in…
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  Access Holdings, a prominent financial institution, has appointed Bolaji Agbede as Acting CEO following the sudden passing of Herbert Wigwe. This decision comes as a measure to ensure continuity and stability within the organization during this challenging time. Herbert Wigwe, who served as the CEO of Access Holdings, tragically passed away, leaving behind a…
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“NAFDAC Remains Firm on Prohibition of Sachet Alcohol Sales: Director-General Prof Mojisola Adeyeye Reaffirms Decision for Public Health The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) reiterated its stance on Monday, upholding the ban on the importation, manufacturing, distribution, sale, and consumption of alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets, PET, and glass bottles…
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  The Investigation and Enforcement Directorate of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), accompanied by mobile police, faced aggression on Monday from irate drug hawkers and touts in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The agency’s enforcement team was conducting a raid on fake, unregistered, and counterfeit drugs at the Area…
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  The Lagos State Police Command’s operatives detain Ndubisi George, 49, suspected leader of a one-chance robbery gang, as announced by SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the command’s Public Relations Officer. ‘One chance’ refers to a robbery tactic where criminals pose as commercial drivers to rob unsuspecting passengers. George allegedly operates in Itire, Aguda, Cele, and Surulere…
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